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Once questioned for his sanity, here's how Matt Rhule delivered on his pledge to lead Baylor back to bowl eligibility

ARLINGTON - The “bowl game, bowl game” chant came from the Baylor side of AT&T Stadium as the clock ticked down.

Defensive lineman Ira Lewis nearly tackled coach Matt Rhule, who also got a good dousing from his players.

Whether the destination is the Liberty or Texas or even the Cheeze-It Bowl, it doesn’t matter. On their third try this season, the Baylor got to the magic six wins for bowl eligibility Saturday, beating Texas Tech 35-24 at AT&T Stadium.

“Of all the games I’ve been a part of,” senior offensive lineman Blake Blackmar said, “this is probably the most special.