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5 takeaways from Baylor's Texas Bowl win over Vanderbilt: Charlie Brewer proved he may be the Big 12's best returning dual-threat QB

One year after Baylor went 1-11 under then first-year head coach Matt Rhule, the Bears are a winning football team.

After a 45-38 win in the Academy Sports + Outdoors Texas Bowl on Thursday, the Bears moved to 7-6 on the season to give them their first winning season since 2016.

Here are five takeaways from Baylor’s bowl win.

Charlie Brewer is evolving into one of the Big 12’s best dual-threat QBs

Throughout the season, starting quarterback Charlie Brewer showcased his running ability to the tune of 266 rushing yards and six touchdowns.

On Thursday, Brewer rushed for a career-high 118 yards and a touchdown.