(BCSNN) - Baylor football (5–5, 3–4 Big 12) wraps up its 2025 road schedule Saturday with a high-stakes match-up against surging Arizona (7–3, 4–3 Big 12) at Arizona Stadium in Tucson. Kickoff is set for 12 p.m. CT and will be televised nationally on TNT, truTV, and HBO Max.

The Bears are looking to bounce back from a 55–28 home loss to No. 13 Utah, a game defined by explosive plays and a fourth-quarter surge from the Utes. Despite the setback, Baylor remains one of the nation’s most dangerous passing offenses, led by junior quarterback Sawyer Robertson, who ranks first nationally in passing yards (3,210) and yards per game (321.0), and second in passing touchdowns (29). Robertson threw for 430 yards and three scores against Utah, continuing a season of elite production.

Senior wide receiver Josh Cameron, who eclipsed 2,000 career receiving yards last week, headlines a deep Baylor receiving corps. Cameron posted 13 catches for 165 yards and two touchdowns against Utah, while Ashtyn Hawkins and Kole Wilson combined for over 200 yards. Tight end Michael Trigg, a John Mackey Award semifinalist, adds another layer to the Bears’ aerial attack, ranking among the nation’s top five tight ends in catches, yards, and touchdowns.

Baylor’s special teams remain elite, with punter Palmer Williams leading the NCAA in net punting and earning semifinalist honors for the Ray Guy Award. Freshman kicker Connor Hawkins has been reliable, converting 14-of-17 field goals and all 39 career PATs. Defensively, Baylor ranks No. 36 nationally in passing defense and No. 7 in punt return defense, though the unit struggled to contain Utah’s ground game last week.

Arizona enters the contest riding a three-game win streak, including a 30–24 road victory over No. 22 Cincinnati. The Wildcats used a late field goal and a clutch defensive stand to seal the win, showcasing the poise and balance that have defined their season under second-year head coach Brent Brennan. Arizona is receiving votes in both major polls and has won seven of its last nine games.

Quarterback Noah Fifita leads the Wildcats with 2,494 passing yards, 24 touchdowns, and just four interceptions. Running backs Ismail Mahdi and Kedrick Reescano provide complementary production, while wideouts Kris Hutson and Tre Spivey offer reliable targets. Defensively, Arizona boasts one of the nation’s top passing defenses, ranking seventh in yards allowed and third in efficiency. Safety Jay’Vion Cole leads the team with four interceptions, while linebacker Dalton Johnson has a team-high 76 tackles.

Arizona’s defensive front, anchored by Taye Brown and Riley Wilson, will look to pressure Robertson and disrupt Baylor’s rhythm. The Wildcats have allowed just 20.3 points per game and rank 19th nationally in total defense. Their ability to limit explosive plays and control tempo has been key to their success, especially in close games.

This will be the second-ever meeting between Baylor and Arizona, with the Bears winning the first in the 1992 John Hancock Bowl. Saturday’s matchup carries postseason implications for both programs, with Baylor seeking bowl eligibility and Arizona aiming to solidify its standing in the Big 12 and national rankings.

Prediction: Baylor’s passing game gives it a puncher’s chance, but Arizona’s balanced offense and elite pass defense make the Wildcats a tough out at home. Expect a competitive first half, but Arizona’s defensive depth and late-game execution should carry the day. Wildcats 34, Bears 27.