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Mondays move to fire Washington State coach Nick Rolovich following the Cougars three-game winning streak was abrupt but not blindsiding, and in some ways, it was not unprecedented.

Saturdays 38-24 loss on the road in a future conference rivals home stadium didnt just end anything but a Independence Bowl bid for the Cougars, but showed just how far the program needs to grow to live up to the Big 12s standard.

Baylor offensive coordinator Jeff Grimes, who held the same position at BYU as recently as a year ago, isnt the only common connection between Kalani Sitakes team and Dave Arandas Bears.

Baylor offensive coordinator Jeff Grimes, who held the same position at BYU as recently as a year ago, isnt the only common connection between Kalani Sitakes team and Dave Arandas Bears.

Some things to watch in Week 7 of the Big 12 Conference:

The Cougars first trip outside of the intermountain corridor of the year will be to a place the program hasnt been since the season opener in 1983.

BYU coach Kalani Sitake knows his players are looking forward to the change of scenery, the chance to try some different foods and a game in a different region of the country.

Some things to watch in Week 7 of the Big 12 Conference: GAME OF THE WEEK No. 12 Oklahoma State at No. 25 Texas. The Cowboys are 5-0 for the first time since 2015, and have a chance to win three consecutive games over Top 25 teams for the first time in program history.

No. 19 BYU (5-1) at Baylor (5-1), Saturday at 3:30 p.m. ET (ESPN). Line: Baylor by 6 1/2, according to FanDuel Sportsbook . Series record: Tied 1-1.

The Texpert explains whether Texas A&M can replicate its performance against Alabama and if Texas tough loss will impact recruiting.