Dallas Fort Worth, TX, October 25, 2026 —

Baylor University has dismissed football coach Dave Aranda and named defensive coordinator Joe Klanderman as interim head coach. The change places Klanderman in charge of the football program on an interim basis, while Aranda is no longer the team’s coach.

The information provided does not state when the decision was made or take effect. It also does not give a reason for Aranda’s dismissal, identify who made the decision, or describe the terms of Klanderman’s interim appointment. No details were provided about a permanent coaching search or the university’s plans for selecting Aranda’s successor.

Klanderman’s role as Baylor’s defensive coordinator is the only additional position detail available. The summary does not describe his coaching background, the team’s performance, or any changes to the football staff beyond naming him interim head coach. It also does not specify whether he will continue to serve as defensive coordinator while leading the team.

The available information does not include a statement from Baylor, Aranda or Klanderman, and it provides no schedule or other next steps related to the coaching change. Further details about the timing, circumstances and longer-term plans for the program were not provided.


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