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Sports · October 26, 2026

RG3 '100 percent' interested in Baylor coaching job, has talked with AD

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Robert Griffin III, a former Heisman Trophy winner at Baylor University, has expressed interest in the school's head coaching vacancy following the firing of Dave Aranda. During a Monday appearance on "The Dan Patrick Show," the former NFL quarterback and current sports analyst stated he would "100%" be interested in the role. Griffin mentioned that he has already spoken with Baylor Athletic Director Doug McNamee regarding the position, emphasizing that the program needs leadership that understands how to win and recruit specifically at Baylor.

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Reported by multiple outlets

  • Robert Griffin III stated he is '100%' interested in the Baylor head coaching job.
  • Griffin's comments were made on 'The Dan Patrick Show' on Monday.
  • Baylor University fired head coach Dave Aranda over the weekend.
  • Griffin won the Heisman Trophy while playing for Baylor in 2011.
  • Griffin has spoken with Baylor Athletic Director Doug McNamee.

Reported by only some outlets

  • CBS Sports notes that Griffin has no coaching experience at any level.
  • Newsweek and CBS Sports detail Griffin's professional career as the 2012 NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year.
  • CBS Sports reports that Aranda's firing followed a loss to Kansas.
  • CBS Sports mentions UTSA coach Jeff Traylor as another name in connection with the vacancy.

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