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GAME 8: Bearcats Beat Baylor, Improve To 5-0 In Big 12

The Cincinnati Bearcats took down the Baylor Bears in convincing fashion, giving UC their 7th straight win and setting up a potential conference title game with BYU at Nippert Stadium. This show is presented by Martino's on Short Vine. Swing by Martino's!
 
Cincinnati Dominates Baylor in Convincing 41-20 Victory, Extends Win Streak to Seven.
In a display of offensive firepower and defensive resilience, No. 21 Cincinnati dismantled Baylor 41-20 on Saturday afternoon at Nippert Stadium, solidifying their status as a Big 12 contender. Quarterback Brendan Sorsby orchestrated the Bearcats' attack with surgical precision, tossing two touchdown passes and scampering for another score himself. The victory propelled Cincinnati to 7-1 overall and a perfect 5-0 in conference play—their seventh consecutive win, a streak not seen since their magical 2021 run to the College Football Playoff. For Baylor, the loss dropped them to 4-4 (2-3 Big 12), exposing vulnerabilities in a game where they started ice-cold but mounted a gritty comeback that ultimately fell short. The Bears trailed 24-0 at halftime, a deficit that felt insurmountable against a Cincinnati squad that's feasted on early momentum all season. Yet, Baylor's Sawyer Robertson, the nation's passing yards and touchdown leader entering the day, refused to fold, engineering a third-quarter surge with two aerial strikes and a sneaky rushing touchdown to claw back within striking distance at 27-20.Cincinnati's fast start set the tone, much like their previous blowouts. The Bearcats' opening possession chewed up 81 yards over 11 plays, methodically marching downfield behind a balanced attack. A third-and-long pass interference call on Baylor's secondary gifted Cincinnati a crucial first down, keeping the chains moving. The drive culminated with running back Tawee Walker's 1-yard plunge into the end zone, igniting the home crowd and putting the Bearcats up 7-0 just over five minutes in. Walker, who finished with a game-high 102 rushing yards, exemplified Cincinnati's ground-and-pound philosophy under head coach Scott Satterfield. Baylor's defense responded with fire, stuffing Cincinnati on third down and forcing a punt. But the Bears' offense sputtered on their ensuing drive, plagued by a third-down sack that sent punter Isaiah Johnson shanking a boot from deep in their territory. Seizing the short field, Cincinnati pounced with a 66-yard, 10-play clinic. Sorsby spread the ball efficiently, mixing checkdowns with intermediate routes, before handing off to Evan Pryor for a 5-yard touchdown burst. The score swelled to 14-0, and the Bearcats' sideline erupted— a stark contrast to Baylor's frustrated huddle. The half's turning point arrived courtesy of a Baylor blunder. Wideout Josh Cameron hauled in a contested grab but couldn't secure the ball, coughing it up on a bone-jarring hit from Cincinnati's secondary. The Bearcats' special teams scooped the fumble and returned it deep into Baylor territory, setting up Sorsby's 6-yard dart to speedy slot receiver Cyrus Allen. With 2:34 ticking away in the second quarter, the rout was on: 21-0 after the extra point. Baylor managed a field goal before the break, but the damage was done. Cincinnati entered halftime owning time of possession (18:42 to 11:18), total yards (212-89), and every momentum swing. The second half brought Baylor's pulse back. Robertson, limited to a measly 137 passing yards—his season low—against Cincinnati's swarming front seven, found his rhythm post-intermission. He connected with tight end Garrett Wolfe for a 22-yard score on a third-quarter fade, slicing the lead to 24-7. Moments later, a 15-yard keeper by Robertson himself knifed through the defense, making it 24-14 after the two-point conversion. The Bears' sideline buzzed with belief as they forced a three-and-out, setting up a 28-yard laser to Drake Dabney that trimmed the margin to 27-20 early in the fourth. For a fleeting moment, Nippert Stadium held its breath—could Baylor's aerial wizardry flip the script? Enter Sorsby, the dual-threat dynamo who's become Cincinnati's X-factor. Facing a 12-play, 75-yard odyssey that consumed over seven minutes of clock, he dissected Baylor's depleted secondary. A mix of Walker’s power runs, Sorsby’s designed keepers, and precise underneath throws bled the Bears dry. The payoff? Sorsby’s electric 23-yard touchdown scamper, his fourth jaunt of 20-plus yards this season, sealing the 34-20 advantage with six minutes remaining. Baylor's final gasp—a late field goal—proved cosmetic, as Cincinnati tacked on a backbreaking 4-yard touchdown run by Corey Kiner to ice the 41-20 final. Defensively, the Bearcats were masterful, sacking Robertson thrice and limiting Baylor to 289 total yards. Linebacker Malik Grant's strip-sack in the fourth nearly sparked another turnover, but Cincinnati's ball security (zero giveaways) was the real story.

Cincinnati Bearcats Basketball Drops UGLY Exhibition Game 89-61 to #14 Arkansas, Shon Abaev STRUGGLES

Nick and Hudson recap the Cincinnati Bearcats’ final exhibition game before the regular season — an ugly loss at No. 14 Arkansas. They break down a rough shooting night for the Cats', Shon Abeav looking human, and a few encouraging takeaways heading into the season opener.
 
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Kerr Kriisa Returning For SEVENTH YEAR?!? Big 12 Hoops Media Day Recap!

Chatterbox Bearcats hosts Nick Niehaus and Eric Lilly discuss the Big 12 Basketball Media Days. Cincinnati guard Kerr Kriisa said he wants to come back to play college basketball for a SEVENTH YEAR? Also, Cincinnati Bearcats head coach Wes Miller breaks down the roster and a talented freshman Shon Abaev. Dayday Thomas and Moustapha Thiam also spoke in Kansas City at Big 12 Media Days as well. Kansas Head Coach Bill Self upset at the NCAA for allowing a G-League player to enter college basketball. What that means for the NCAA and more!

Cincinnati Bearcats BOWL ELIGIBLE and ATOP the Big 12, Can They Stay Undefeated In Conference Play?

Chatterbox Bearcats hosts Nick Niehaus and Eric Lilly break down the Cincinnati win over Oklahoma State and preview the next game against Baylor. Also, they break down the major win over Michigan in exhibition style from last week.

Game 7: Cincinnati Bearcats Crush Oklahoma State, Have Eyes Set On Big 12 Championship

The Cincinnati Bearcats are now bowl eligible after a 49-17 win over Oklahoma State on the road. Chuck Walter and Eric Lilly breakdown the good, the bad, and the chances of UC in remaining games.
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Cincinnati Bearcats BEAT #7 Michigan! Shon Abaev Has ARRIVED!

The Cincinnati Bearcats took down the 7th ranked Michigan Wolverines 100-98, led by a balanced scoring attack that featured six players in double figures. Shon Abaev, Kerr Kriisa, and Moustapha Thiam led the Cats with 15-points a piece.
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Bearcats atop the B12. Oklahoma State preview AVOID THE TRAP

Lilly and Niehaus breakdown the first place team in the B12.
Plus the Oklahoma State preview

Jalen Haynes Injured, Out Indefinitely. HUGE Loss For Wes Miller And The Cats

Jalen Haynes is OUT indefinitely with an undisclosed lower body injury, per sources. Chuck Walter and Eric Lilly discuss what this means and where the Cats go from here.
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Cincinnati Bearcats FINALLY Back In Top 25!! Also, In First Place in Big 12!

The Cats are back!!! Nick Niehaus and Eric Lilly break down the top 25 ranking for the Cincy Bearcats. Also, the Cats in First Place in the Big 12. Can they win the conference? 

Cincinnati beats UCF and moves to 5-1

UC defeats UCF 20-11 to move to 5-1 and 3-0 in the Big 12