Baylor Football Parts Ways With Offensive Line Coach Mason Miller Amid 4-4 Season

Baylor University has parted ways with offensive line coach Mason Miller due to a personal matter, as confirmed by head coach Dave Aranda. Miller, who was in his second season with Baylor after serving as offensive coordinator at Tarleton State and previously coaching under Mike Leach and Hal Mumme, had contributed to an improved rushing attack last season. However, Baylor's rushing performance has declined this year, hindered by injuries to key players like running backs Dawson Pendergrass and Bryson Washington. Despite the team's middling performance in the Big 12, with the Bears holding a 4-4 record and ranking low in rushing statistics, the offensive line is reportedly in good shape with a committee of analysts to fill Miller's role temporarily. The timing of Miller's departure comes amid speculation about Aranda's job security, as Baylor has struggled since its 12-2 season in 2023. Aranda expressed his support for Miller and his family, emphasizing the personal nature of the decision.