Baylor is coming off arguably its best national signing day ever, after the Bears inked the No. 17-ranked class in 2016 -- a first-ever top 25 class for the program in the 11 years ESPN has ranked prospects and classes.
Back-to-back Big 12 titles in 2013-14, Robert Griffin III's Heisman-winning 2011 campaign, an offense among the best and most explosive in the college game, and an increased number of players on NFL rosters have all been key factors in the Bears becoming relevant in college football -- and sustaining that relevance both on the field in the recruiting trail.