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The Hard Count with J.D. Pickell: SUCCESS for Colorado and Deion Sanders in 2026 IS...
J.D. Pickell breaks down what success looks like for Colorado and Deion Sanders ahead of the 2026 college football season.
11 Observations From Baylor's Thursday Spring Practice
For the first time this spring, I was able to catch a glimpse of the 2022 version of the Baylor football team on Thursday. Here are my initial reactions to the make up of Dave Aranda’s team in his third year on campus. 1. Dave Aranda looked like he had a pep in his step and made sure to check in on most position groups during individual. Quietly fired up is the best way I could put it. 2. Loved the energy and discipline in the warmup it. To continue reading, you must be a SicEm365 Premium subscriber.
Jalen Pitre Discusses 2021 Baylor Football, Collegiate Career & More
Subscribe to CFB With JD on YouTube! In this sitdown with SicEm365’s JD PicKell, Jalen Pitre opens up about his prep for the NFL Draft, the 2021 Baylor football season, his career at Baylor and more.
Chalk Talk: Breaking down Baylor's new offensive scheme
SicEm365’s JD PicKell spends time on the virtual board breaking down Baylor’s new offensive scheme under offensive coordinator Jeff Grimes. To continue reading, you must be a SicEm365 Premium subscriber. Subscribe Try Premium for $1 Log In See Subscription Benefits Trial only available to users who have never subscribed or participated in a previous trial. Join our free email list
Just how good can Baylor's defense be in 2021? | The Hard Count
VIDEO How will Baylor's Defense do in 2021? JD answers the concern of a SicEm365 Premium member who doesn’t believe Baylor’s defense was as good as many believe it was last year. Never miss the latest news from SicEm365! Join our free email list
Grundhoefer: There is still a learning curve with NIL and college programs
SicEm365's Grayson Grundhoefer gives his thoughts on Name, Image, Likeness and how Baylor is or isn't utilizing it at this point. To continue reading, you must be a SicEm365 Premium subscriber. Subscribe Try Premium for $1 Log In See Subscription Benefits Trial only available to users who have never subscribed or participated in a previous trial. Join our free email list
James Akinjo: It was a huge relief to get the waiver to play this season
Baylor guard James Akinjo discusses being granted a waiver to play this season, his time so far at Baylor, and more. Highlights from the conversation: James was having a normal day when coach Tang facetimed him telling him he got his waiver cleared to play this year. It was a huge relief he is going to get to play. This first month at Baylor has been really fun so far. The competition is incredible. It is some of the hardest he has ever worked.
Lady Bears HC Nicki Collen talks all things Women's Basketball in the SicEm365 studio
Lady Bears Head Coach Nicki Collen joins in-studio to discuss all things Lady Bears. Highlights from the conversation: She’s a self-proclaimed technology/sports performance geek and she tested out Baylor’s new force plates. She was pretty disappointed with her vertical and her “elasticity”. She is excited for how the technology can help her team. It’s been really important to get in team workouts this summer. To continue reading, you must be a SicEm365 Premium subscriber.
The Hard Count: How Name, Image and Likeness will impact Baylor
VIDEO SicEm365's JD PicKell discusses NIL implementation and how that will impact Baylor beginning in July. Never miss the latest news from SicEm365! Join our free email list
Baylor commit Zach Pyron heads to Los Angeles to compete at the Elite 11 Finals
Pinson Valley (AL) High School quarterback Zach Pyron heads to Los Angeles, California to compete in the Elite 11 Finals against the top quarterbacks in the country. The event will run from June 30th to July 3rd before eventually deciding the top 11 quarterbacks out of the 20 invitees who will make up The Elite 11. The 6-foot-3, 219-pound prospect earned his invite at the Elite 11 Regional Camp in Nashville on May 16th. He ran a 4. To continue reading, you must be a SicEm365 Premium subscriber.
Thoughts for a Tuesday: Baylor an option for LSU's Dare Rosenthal
The risk and reward of taking Dare Rosenthal and what it would mean for Baylor in 2021, an overview of Derrick Brown and Jeremy Patton, and which Baylor commits need a rankings update. To continue reading, you must be a SicEm365 Premium subscriber. Subscribe Try Premium for $1 Log In See Subscription Benefits Trial only available to users who have never subscribed or participated in a previous trial. Join our free email list
Dan Lust: The Name, Image, and Likeness Rule Goes Into Place July 1
Dan Lust is a sports attorney who is discussing the passing of name, image, and likeness in 24 states and how the NCAA is going to approach these new openings for college athletes. To continue reading, you must be a SicEm365 Premium subscriber. Subscribe Try Premium for $1 Log In See Subscription Benefits Trial only available to users who have never subscribed or participated in a previous trial. Join our free email list
Bryce Hager: My dad told me Baylor probably wouldn't go bowling
Former Baylor football player and current NFL linebacker Bryce Hager discusses his NFL career, time at Baylor, and more. Highlights from the conversation: He’s in Austin right now working out and enjoying family time. Free agency after COVID hit was better for free agent veterans. The increased practice squad size and value on experience were helpful (because rookie camps and offseason workouts were cut or shortened). To continue reading, you must be a SicEm365 Premium subscriber.
Neville (LA) 2022 defensive lineman Enyce Sledge commits to Baylor
On the first night of the second officila visit weekend of the 2022 recruiting cycle Baylor picked up commitment No. 15 in the class as Neville (LA) High School defensive lineman Enyce Sledge gave his pledge to the Bears. He joins Tre Emory as the two defneisve line commits so far in the class. BAYLOR 2022 RECRUITING COMMITMENT LIST The 6-foot-3, 315-pounder earned a Baylor offer immediately following a camp in Waco at the beginning of the month.
Grayson Grundhoefer: Previewing Baylor's first official visit weekend
SicEm365’s Grayson Grundhoefer discusses the most recent recruiting news from Baylor Football and what we should expect from the first official visit weekend of the year. To continue reading, you must be a SicEm365 Premium subscriber. Subscribe Try Premium for $1 Log In See Subscription Benefits Trial only available to users who have never subscribed or participated in a previous trial. Join our free email list
Randy Clements: The SEC schedule makes it a little different than the rest
Former Baylor offensive line coach Randy Clements discusses his time coaching for Baylor and his time coaching at Ole Miss and Florida State. To continue reading, you must be a SicEm365 Premium subscriber. Subscribe Try Premium for $1 Log In See Subscription Benefits Trial only available to users who have never subscribed or participated in a previous trial. Join our free email list
Grayson Grundhoefer: First camp in two years produced five new Baylor offers
SicEm365's Grayson Grundhoefer recaps the first weekend of Baylor Football camps and talks about the recruits that impressed. To continue reading, you must be a SicEm365 Premium subscriber. Subscribe Try Premium for $1 Log In See Subscription Benefits Trial only available to users who have never subscribed or participated in a previous trial. Join our free email list
The FRO: Scholarship shuffle, transfer portal info, why Pyron & WBB info
In Facts, Rumors & Opinions (aka FRO), the SicEm365 staff compiles their knowledge and speculation from a number of conversations for a piece to cover a variety of interesting topics on Baylor University and Baylor Athletics including football, basketball and recruiting. To continue reading, you must be a SicEm365 Premium subscriber. Subscribe Try Premium for $1 Log In See Subscription Benefits Trial only available to users who have never subscribed or participated in a previous trial.
The Hard Count: Breaking down Baylor's new offensive scheme
Former Cornell and Baylor running back and current SicEm365 staff member JD PicKell puts his football knowledge on display as he breaks down Baylor’s new offensive scheme under Jeff Grimes. Never miss the latest news from SicEm365! Join our free email list
The Debate (Pt. 1): Baylor's leading rusher, defensive PPG, an offensive surprise
In this new feature on SicEm365 Premium, Grayson Grundhoefer and Colt Barber debate multiple topics regarding Baylor football and football recruiting leading up to the start of fall camp and the 2021 football season. Question 1: Who will be Baylor’s leading rusher in 2021? Grayson: Trestan Ebner. To continue reading, you must be a SicEm365 Premium subscriber.
The Hard Count: Ranking the top five Baylor quarterbacks of all time
VIDEO SicEm365's J.D. PicKell is breaking down the beautiful game of college football to Waco and beyond. Tune in to "The Hard Count" and stay in the know on all things pertaining to Saturdays in the fall. Today, he looks at the top five Baylor quarterbacks of all time. Never miss the latest news from SicEm365! Join our free email list
The Big Board: Baylor football recruiting about to pick up
SicEm365’s Grayson Grundhoefer joined Up Tempo to discuss his thoughts regarding the latest in Baylor Athletics. Highlights from the conversation: Grayson believed that Baylor Baseball was going to make the NCAA Baseball tournament because of their high-quality wins and top-tier conference. Previous postseason success may have played a role in the decision. Grayson’s issue with Baylor’s baseball team was their away record. To continue reading, you must be a SicEm365 Premium subscriber.
Aaliyah Miller: This is my opportunity and I am going to take full advantage of it
Baylor Track star Aaliyah Miller joins to discuss setting the Baylor 800m record and punching her ticket to Nationals … To continue reading, you must be a SicEm365 Premium subscriber. Subscribe Try Premium for $1 Log In See Subscription Benefits Trial only available to users who have never subscribed or participated in a previous trial. Join our free email list
Match Thread: No. 2-seed Baylor Faces No. 3-seed Tennessee in Final Four Friday
With a win over TCU on Thursday, No. 1-ranked and No. 2 seed Baylor (33-4) advanced to face No. 3 Tennessee (28-3) in the NCAA Semifinals on Friday, May 21, at 1 p.m. CT at the USTA National Campus in Orlando, Fla. TOP QUOTES Head coach Michael Woodson On advancing to the NCAA Semifinals… “It feels great. I’m really excited for these guys, proud of them. Anytime we get to play TCU, it’s an honor and it’s why these guys come to Baylor, to play in the Big 12.
The Hard Count: The College Football Playoff Should Not Expand
VIDEO Former Baylor and Cornell football player and SicEm365's JD PicKell explains why he believes the College Football Playoff should not expand despite the popular opinion to do so. Never miss the latest news from SicEm365! Join our free email list
B1G, PAC-12 programs were in Baylor's way of landing Jacob Gall
Baylor made a massive addition for immediate help just a day ago as offensive lineman Jacob Gall gave his pledge to Dave Aranda’s staff. The 6-foot-2, 305-pound grad transfer from Buffalo entered his name in the portal 10 days ago after the departure of Buffalo Head Coach Lance Leipold who took the job at Kansas. Obviously not the greatest circumstances for him but he was able to find a home with Baylor thanks to a tremendous recruiting effort by Eric Matoes.
The Great Debate: Craig & Paul discuss Baylor's offensive line in 2021, path to a bowl
SicEm365 Radio hosts Craig Smoak and Paul Catalina open the show by discussing Baylor's offensive line after the latest addition of Jacob Gall and what a path to a bowl game looks like for Baylor in 2021. To continue reading, you must be a SicEm365 Premium subscriber. Subscribe Try Premium for $1 Log In See Subscription Benefits Trial only available to users who have never subscribed or participated in a previous trial. Join our free email list
The Hard Count: How Jacob Gall changed my opinion on Baylor taking another OL
VIDEO SicEm365's JD PicKell discusses why his opinion changed on Baylor taking another offensive lineman for 2021 when he learned more about new addition Jacob Gall. Never miss the latest news from SicEm365! Join our free email list
The Big Board: Breaking down the recent recruiting acquisitions for Baylor Football
SicEm365's Grayson Grundhoefer joins Drake Toll on Up Tempo to talk Baylor Football recruiting on The Big Board, a weekly recruiting feature on SicEm365 Radio's Up Tempo. To continue reading, you must be a SicEm365 Premium subscriber. Subscribe Try Premium for $1 Log In See Subscription Benefits Trial only available to users who have never subscribed or participated in a previous trial. Join our free email list
Thoughts For a Tuesday: What Shawn Bell saw in Zach Pyron is no longer a secret
• It only took a little over three months for the national folks to figure out what the Baylor coaching staff loved so much about quarterback Zach Pyron. At the Elite 11 regionals over the the weekend, Pyron’s name was constantly used in the same sentence as Alabama commit and highly regarded four-star quarterback Ty Simpson. Pyron wasn’t awarded a spot in the Elite 11 finals on the spot, but an invite could be coming soon. To continue reading, you must be a SicEm365 Premium subscriber.
SicEm365 Baylor Basketball Documentary Contributors
Working with Baylor grad and award winning documentarian Chris Charles Scott III, SicEm365 has started work on a documentary that will tell the story of Baylor basketball’s last 20 years, including the darkest moments in the history of the program, the hiring of Scott Drew and the process that led to the pinnacle and finishing the ultimate rebuild of a once devastated program.
The Hardcount: Ranking Baylor's 2021 football schedule by toughness
SicEm365's J.D. PicKell is breaking down the beautiful game of college football to Waco and beyond. Tune in to "The Hard Count" and stay in the know on all things pertaining to Saturdays in the fall. In this episode, JD breaks down Baylor's 12-game schedule from weakest to strongest. Click here to watch previous episodes. More Videos... Join our free email list
Recruiting Notes: Two priority Baylor targets gaining momentum on the recruiting trail
Both Dallas (TX) Jesuit safety Robert Fitzgerald and Tenaha (TX) linebacker Jeremy Patton have been key targets for the Baylor staff since they were offered...... As of right now Fitzgerald does not have a date confirmed but he does have visits to Duke on the 10th and Vanderbilt on the 25th. That means the likely date if he were to take an OV to Baylor would be the 18th. To continue reading, you must be a SicEm365 Premium subscriber.
Analyzing Bryce Simpson's commitment & what it means for Baylor's OL recruiting
In this segment of the weekly podcast The Bear Cast, SicEm365’s Grayson Grunhoefer breaks down the commitment of Bryce Simpson, what Baylor is getting in the large offensive lineman, what it means for Baylor’s 2022 recruiting class, and more. Highlights from the converstation: His addition cannot be, you don't want to understate it because he's an offensive lineman. To continue reading, you must be a SicEm365 Premium subscriber.
The Hard Count: Baylor will compete for a Big 12 Championship in 2021
VIDEO Former Baylor and Cornell football player and SicEm365's JD PicKell introduces his new segment where he will discuss a variety of topics regarding Baylor football as well as college football. In this episode, he explains why he believes the Bears will compete for the Big 12 Championship in 2021. Never miss the latest news from SicEm365! Join our free email list
Colt Barber: For this team Gerry Bohanon makes the most sense at QB
Colt Barber talks all things Baylor Football and what needs to happen to have a successful season. To continue reading, you must be a SicEm365 Premium subscriber. Subscribe Try Premium for $1 Log In See Subscription Benefits Trial only available to users who have never subscribed or participated in a previous trial. Join our free email list
Expect or Hope? A perspective on Baylor's Green & Gold Game Saturday
It’s been two years since I have been able to type that Baylor’s Green & Gold Game will be played tomorrow, and this is the first time that it has come on the heels of a National Championship won by the Baylor men’s basketball program. Needless to say, the emotions of the last calendar year surrounding Baylor spring football have been mixed. To continue reading, you must be a SicEm365 Premium subscriber.
19 Takeaways From Baylor WR Coach Chansi Stuckey's Media Session
Only a few years ago, Baylor football was looking to make its claim as the new "Wide Receiver U". Standouts like Kendall Wright, Antwan Goodley, and Corey Coleman, among numerous others, regularly made defenses look silly and in the process turned Baylor into a top destination for elite receivers. Post-WRU teams still saw stars like Jalen Hurd and Denzel Mims come through the program, and in 2019 the future seemed bright for young players like RJ Sneed and Tyquan Thornton.
Jim Nagy: William Bradley-King is one of the most underrated guys in the draft
Reese’s Senior Bowl/NFL Draft Analyst Jim Nagy previews the NFL Draft, highlights William Bradley-King’s draft outlook, and more. To watch this video, you must be a SicEm365 Premium subscriber. Subscribe Try Premium for $1 Log In See Subscription Benefits Trial only available to users who have never subscribed or participated in a previous trial. Join our free email list
SHSU freshman selling shirts for scholarships
HUNTSVILLE, Texas (KBTX) - A freshman at Sam Houston State University in Huntsville is raising money to help her fellow Bearkats. During this COVID-19 pandemic, Madeline Dupont has used social media to develop friendships and connect with some of her future classmates. Dupont says through these online relationships, she learned that some of her future Bearkats had anxiety about the coronavirus ahead of the fall semester.
Brazos County health officials concerned about next two weeks
BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) - Brazos County health officials on Monday expressed growing concern with the number of COVID-19 cases in the area. Dr. Seth Sullivan said "many more are coming" and said the new two weeks could present a challenge to area hospitals and the health department. In the past week, 155 new cases of the virus were reported in Brazos County. Dr. Sullivan said 80% of those cases are due to community spread. He specifically said the spike in numbers is not a result of increased testing.
Senate GOP to restrict police choke holds in emerging bill
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Driven by a rare urgency, Senate Republicans are poised to unveil an extensive package of policing changes that includes new restrictions on police choke holds and other practices as President Donald Trump signals his support following the mass demonstrations over the deaths of George Floyd and other black Americans. Sen. Tim Scott of South Carolina, the sole African American Republican in the Senate, has been crafting the package set to roll out Wednesday.
Europe reopens, Beijing outbreak revives need for vigilance
BERLIN (AP) — European countries reopened borders Monday after a three-month coronavirus shutdown, although international visitors are still being kept away and there was uncertainty over whether many Europeans will quickly embrace travel outside their home countries. The virus is far from being wiped out, and the need for constant vigilance came into sharp focus again as China, where COVID-19 first emerged last year, rushed to contain an outbreak in the capital of Beijing.
Locals help celebrate U.S. Army's 245th birthday
By J.D. PicKell |  Posted: Sun 4:27 PM, Jun 14, 2020 COLLEGE STATION, Tex. (KBTX) - The U.S. Army celebrated its 245th birthday on Sunday. The Army’s recruiting center in College Station took part in the celebration by passing out cake in front of its center inside Post Oak Mall. Paul Hopkins the station’s commander, is proud of the Army’s rich and extensive history as well as the fact that they’re able to share today with the people of Bryan-College Station.
Black Lives Matter of BCS holds voter registration event
By Jessica Gruenling, J.D. PicKell |  Posted: Sun 8:45 PM, Jun 14, 2020 BRYAN, Tex. (KBTX) - On Sunday afternoon, Black Lives Matter of Bryan-College Station hosted a voter registration event at United Full Gospel Baptist Church. With the Texas runoff set for July 14, there is a sense of urgency to have accurate voter representation. Ebony Peterson is the co-founder of Black Lives Matter for BCS and organized Sunday’s event.
Hundreds protest for, against keeping Sully statue on Texas A&M campus
By J.D. PicKell |  Posted: Sat 11:49 PM, Jun 13, 2020 COLLEGE STATION, Tex. (KBTX) - Protestors for and against the removal of the Lawrence Sullivan Ross statue from Texas A&M’s campus met in Academic Plaza to make their voices heard. Both sides of the protest held signs and chanted at the opposition. One group of protestors who support the statue believe Ross, who was once president of the university, is part of A&M's history that should not be removed or forgotten.
Local detective brings community, police together with Peace Party'
By J.D. PicKell |  Posted: Sat 11:16 PM, Jun 13, 2020 BRYAN, Tex. (KBTX) - College Station Police Department Detective and Senior Pastor for Momentum Church BCS, Primo Alaniz, held a “Peace Party” in his church’s parking lot to bring police and the community together. Members of the community and CSPD enjoyed free food, music, and games together.
Brazos Feed it Forward,Salvation Army give 300 free meals to families
By J.D. PicKell |  Posted: Fri 11:05 PM, Jun 12, 2020 BRYAN, Tex. (KBTX) - The Salvation Army of Bryan/College Station teamed up with Brazos Feed it Forward Friday afternoon to supply 300 free meals for those in need. The meals were distributed in drive-thru fashion outside of the Salvation Army’s office and were supplied by six different local restaurants.
Dozens of Aggie athletes participate in 'Unity Walk'
By J.D. PicKell |  Posted: Thu 11:06 PM, Jun 11, 2020  |  Updated: Thu 11:07 PM, Jun 11, 2020 COLLEGE STATION, Tex. (KBTX) - Around 200 people took part in a unity walk on Thursday afternoon that was organized by the Texas A&M athletic community. Aggie linebacker, Keeath Magee II, said the demonstration and the positive response from the public is a sign of things to come. “It shows that people in this community want to see change too.
Law enforcement officers attend local rally to meet with residents, listen to concerns
By J.D. PicKell |  Posted: Sun 10:49 PM, Jun 07, 2020 BRYAN, Tex. (KBTX) - On Sunday afternoon, hundreds of protesters lined Texas Avenue in downtown Bryan to make their voices heard in the wake of George Floyd’s death. Law enforcement officials were in attendance including the police chiefs of Bryan and College Station, the Brazos County Sheriff and the District Attorney.
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