West Virginia vs. Baylor Short Report | Nov 25, 2023
McLane Stadium
Waco, TX
Nov 25, 2023
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Game Recap
In an intense and thrilling game, the West Virginia Mountaineers edged out the Baylor Bears with a final score of 34-31. The game featured dramatic swings, with standout performances from both teams' key players. Baylor's Richard Reese made history with two sensational kickoff return touchdowns, totaling 247 yards, which kept the Bears competitive throughout the match. Reese’s performance was described by FOX Sports as ‘electrifying,’ and it provided a crucial boost for Baylor.
Garrett Greene led West Virginia with a remarkable effort. He compiled 269 passing yards, threw for two touchdowns, and rushed for 103 yards, adding two more scores on the ground. His dual-threat capability was instrumental, especially during the Mountaineers' decisive final drive. The game-winning moment came with just 29 seconds left, when Greene connected with Jahiem White for a 29-yard touchdown pass, sealing the victory for West Virginia and dashing Baylor's hopes, as highlighted on CBSSports.com.
Key Plays:
Garrett Greene (West Virginia Mountaineers)
Greene's 30-yard touchdown pass to Traylon Ray gave the Mountaineers an early lead, demonstrating their explosive offensive start. The play energized the team and its fans, setting the tone for a high-scoring affair.
Richard Reese (Baylor Bears)
Richard Reese's 96-yard kickoff return touchdown was a spectacular response to West Virginia’s field goal. His speed and agility on this electrifying play kept Baylor in contention and added to his standout performance on special teams.
Garrett Greene (West Virginia Mountaineers)
Greene extended West Virginia's lead with a 23-yard rushing touchdown. His dual-threat capability was on full display as he maneuvered through Baylor's defense, showcasing his athleticism and vision.
Isaiah Hankins (Baylor Bears)
Hankins' 39-yard field goal briefly put Baylor ahead 31-27. His calm under pressure was crucial, giving the Bears a temporary edge late in the game and setting up a dramatic finish.
Garrett Greene (West Virginia Mountaineers)
With just 29 seconds left on the clock, Greene connected with Jahiem White for a 29-yard touchdown. This decisive play clinched the victory for West Virginia and capped a thrilling comeback, as highlighted in the post-game analysis by CBSSports.com.
Standout Players:
Garrett Greene (West Virginia Mountaineers, QB)
Greene led West Virginia with a stellar all-around performance, amassing 269 passing yards and 2 touchdowns alongside 103 rushing yards and 2 rushing scores. His role was pivotal, particularly on the final drive that clinched the game-winning touchdown.
Richard Reese (Baylor Bears, RB)
Reese's remarkable contributions on special teams included 2 kickoff return touchdowns, accumulating 247 yards. His historic performance kept Baylor in the game and was noted for its impact and excitement.
Hudson Clement (West Virginia Mountaineers, WR)
Clement was crucial to West Virginia's aerial attack with 80 receiving yards on 4 receptions. His presence was felt strongly in the final drive, providing essential yardage to set up the game-winning touchdown.
Isaiah Hankins (Baylor Bears, K)
Hankins delivered a significant 39-yard field goal in the fourth quarter, which gave Baylor a temporary lead and underscored his reliability under pressure.
Preston Fox (West Virginia Mountaineers, WR)
Fox added 51 receiving yards on 3 receptions, playing a key role in advancing critical drives for West Virginia throughout the game.
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West Virginia Mountaineers
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20
0
7
34
Baylor Bears
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14
14
3
31
