Former Baylor defensive coordinator Phil Bennett opens up about Baylor rape scandal, why he thinks Art Briles should coach again

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Former Baylor defensive coordinator Phil Bennett broke his silence about rape and cover-up allegations surrounding the Baylor program in an extensive interview with Mac Engel of the Star-Telegram.

Among the topics Bennett discussed:

-- Whether he or members of Baylor's staff tried to hide or cover up allegations of sexual assault:

"Never. If I had heard about it, trust me ... no. My integrity, and I could say this when I was 29, my integrity was more important than any job I ever had."

-- How he feels about Art Briles and his quest to return to coaching:

"Every night I say a prayer for him because, without question, I think he deserves to (coach again)."

-- On what he'd do…