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Key QB Out: Baylor's Advantage Grows vs. LA Tech
18 Sep
Summary
- Louisiana Tech's starting quarterback Blake Baker is out with a hand injury.
- Trey Kukuk will start at quarterback for Louisiana Tech against Baylor.
- DJ Lagway also remains sidelined for the Bears with an ankle injury.
Louisiana Tech's starting quarterback Blake Baker will not play against Baylor on Saturday due to a hand injury. Baker, who had started both previous games this season, sustained the injury in an undisclosed manner and was scheduled to see a specialist on September 15th.
Stepping in for Baker will be Trey Kukuk, who has previous starting experience for the Bulldogs. Kukuk led the team to a 4-1 record in his five starts last season, indicating he is not an inexperienced player. Baylor's defensive coordinator, Joe Klanderman, may find it easier to prepare for Kukuk compared to the dual-threat potential of Baker.
Meanwhile, Baylor will also be without quarterback DJ Lagway for the second week in a row due to an ankle injury. Nate Bennett is expected to start in Lagway's place. Despite their offensive challenges, Louisiana Tech's defense showed its potential in the first half against LSU in Week 2, holding them to 10 points and forcing four turnovers. Baylor's own turnover issues will need to be addressed in this matchup.
