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Baylor AD Mack Rhoades taking leave of absence amid new allegations

This past week, Baylor Athletic Director Mack Rhoades began a personal leave Wednesday and stepped down as chair of the College Football Playoff selection committee, the university confirmed Thursday.
On Nov. 10, Baylor University said it was made aware of separate allegations and is investigating, while a university spokesperson said Rhoades' leave is unrelated to an incident involving Michael Trigg; Yahoo Sports reporter Ross Dellenger linked the allegations to violations of the faith-based policies.
During the game against Arizona State, Mack Rhoades, Baylor athletic director, allegedly grabbed Michael Trigg, Baylor tight end, by a gold, long-sleeved shirt and used an expletive, prompting a heated exchange with Dave Aranda, Baylor head coach, and Jarrett Anderson, Baylor tight ends coach.
Baylor named Jovan Overshown and Cody Hall as co‑interim athletic directors, Utah AD Mark Harlan replaced Rhoades on the College Football Playoff Selection Committee, and Rich Clark said Hunter Yurachek leads the committee through the remainder of the 2025 football season.
Contextually, Mack Rhoades was hired at Baylor University in July 2016 after Art Briles, and the university said the allegations do not involve Title IX, NCAA rules, or student welfare.

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Baylor AD Mack Rhoades taking leave of absence amid new allegations

DALLAS — Baylor athletic director Mack Rhoades is taking a leave of absence for personal reasons, a university spokesperson confirmed to The Dallas Morning News Thursday. Rhoades also stepped down as chair of the College Football Playoff selection committee. He…

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