Baylor defensive tackle Devonte Tezino is out for the rest of the season because of a leg injury suffered during the Bears’ win over Prairie View A&M. The loss follows an early breakthrough for Tezino, who recorded two sacks against Auburn.
Coach Dave Aranda said Tezino had become one of Baylor’s top performers at defensive tackle after the season opener and said the team would miss the work that helped him reach that level. Aranda pointed to Braylen Jackson as a player who could take on more responsibility.
Jackson has helped against the run, and Aranda called him physical, adding that his run defense gives Baylor confidence.
Baylor began the season with its defensive line considered a major strength, but Tezino’s absence will challenge the unit’s depth for the rest of the schedule. The team was already without senior safety and defensive leader Jacob Redding, who suffered a torn ACL before the opener against Auburn.
