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Baylor Rallies Past Kansas State 35-34 on Pick-6, 53-Yard Winner, Blocked Last-Second Try

The result sends Baylor to 4-2 entering a bye week, extending Kansas State's run of one-score losses.

Oct 4, 2025; Waco, Texas, USA; Baylor Bears defensive lineman Cooper Lanz (9) blocks a field goal attempt by Kansas State Wildcats quarterback Blake Barnett (13) at the end of the second half at McLane Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Kansas State led 31-17 after a 21-point surge spanning the second and third quarters before Baylor mounted an 18-point fourth-quarter comeback.
  • Jacob Redding returned an interception 66 yards for a touchdown with 4:28 remaining to give Baylor its first lead of the second half.
  • Connor Hawkins converted a 53-yard field goal with 31 seconds left, matching his career long and putting Baylor ahead for good.
  • Luis Rodriguez's 56-yard attempt for Kansas State at the horn was blocked by Cooper Lanz, sealing the one-point outcome.
  • Despite outgaining Baylor and controlling possession, Kansas State fell to 2-4 (1-2 Big 12) as Baylor improved to 4-2 (2-1); K-State hosts TCU next, and Baylor enters a bye.