Cincinnati defeated Baylor 41-20 in Week 9, with the Bearcats controlling the game from start to finish. Cincinnati scored 14 points in the first quarter and added 10 more in the second to establish early dominance. Baylor managed only 6 points through the first half before adding 6 more in the third quarter.

The second half saw both teams trade scores, with Cincinnati adding 3 points in the third quarter and 14 in the fourth, while Baylor scored 8 in the fourth to close the deficit somewhat. Despite the late push, Baylor could not overcome Cincinnati's early advantage.

Baylor's offense was led by quarterback Sawyer Robertson with 137 passing yards. Running back Michael Turner rushed for 90 yards, including a notable 40-yard gain in the third quarter. Receiver Kobe Prentice led Baylor receivers with 8 catches. Cincinnati's defense generated multiple high-impact plays throughout the contest, with several significant defensive stops proving crucial to the Bearcats' victory. Cincinnati covered the 3.5-point spread.