As expected, Baylor University and athletic director Mack Rhoades have come to agreement to end his time there.

WACO, Texas (KWTX) - Baylor University on Oct. 13 welcomed back Hall of Famer Jim Turner to the Texas Sports Hall of Fame. Turner, a former basketball player, greeted friends and former players. Visitors listened to Turner talk about his success in Baylor basketball and how his career later expanded into beverage and car companies.

Baylor will keep football coach Dave Aranda, citing stability, roster retention and financial stewardship as the university searches for a new athletic director.

Baylor athletic director Mack Rhoades has resigned, a week after he took a leave of absence for personal reasons. He also stepped down last week from his role

Rooted in Baylor’s four pillars of academic excellence, athletic success, character formation, and spiritual growth, this year’s team is pursuing more than wins and rankings. They are pursuing faith, identity, and a brotherhood that stretches far beyond the court. For two players in particular, that journey became life-changing.

WACO, Texas — Mack Rhoades, Baylor University’s longtime athletic director known for rebuilding and rebranding the school’s once-fledgling sports scene, is making headlines, but not the kind that bring praise. On Thursday, the university announced Rhoades had taken a leave of absence.

WACO, Texas — Baylor Athletic Director Mack Rhoades has announced his decision to step away from the university, Baylor has announced. Baylor said Rhoades' decision is "effective immediately."

One day after Baylor made a statement by retaining head coach Dave Aranda for the 2026 season, the Bears went to Arizona and got demolished by the Wildcats. Now, Baylor has one game left in hopes of gaining bowl eligibility.