WACO, Texas (KXXV) — Baylor University announced it will retain head football coach Dave Aranda following a comprehensive review of the athletics program's leadership.

In a letter to the Baylor community, President Dr. Linda A. Livingstone acknowledged that the announcement of this decision would generate strong opinions but emphasized the university's commitment to excellence and accountability.

"Baylor expects excellence, accountability and competitiveness at the highest level," Livingstone said. "We are not complacent, and we are not settling for mediocrity."

The decision comes after what Livingstone described as weeks of prayerful consideration and candid conversations about the football program's future.

Livingstone cited three critical factors in the decision to retain Aranda: pr

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