Dominic Richardson News, Rumors, Updates - Baylor Bears

Switches to New Mexico Richardson has committed to New Mexico for the 2025 season.

Impact Richardson spent the 2024 season with Baylor, but he was limited to just 31 carries across four games, a significantly lower workload than the one he endured in the previous two seasons in which he logged triple-digit touches out of the backfield. Richardson will aim to handle a bigger role in the Lobos' rushing attack in 2025.

JANUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Enters transfer portal Richardson has entered the transfer portal, Pete Nakos of On3 reports.

Impact Richardson can redshirt his 2024 season, giving himself a second shot at a senior year. With him, interested suitors can get a proven running back for multiple teams in the Big 12 Conference.

JANUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Saturday Richardson (undisclosed) will suit up Saturday against West Virginia, SicEm365.com reports.

Impact It'll be Richardson's first game since suffering an injury in Week 5 against BYU. The senior running back rushed for 109 yards on 31 carries in four contests this season after posting 519 yards and a touchdown in 11 games last year.

NOVEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Inactive Week 10 Richardson (undisclosed) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against TCU, Zach Smith of the Waco Tribune-Herald reports.

Impact Richardson will miss his fourth-consecutive game as the Bears host the Horned Frogs in Week 10. The 6-foot-1 senior running back, who logged 671 total yards and two touchdowns last season, has been severely limited by injuries this season.

NOVEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out versus Oklahoma State Richardson (undisclosed) is out Saturday versus Oklahoma State, Zach Smith of The Waco Tribune reports.

Impact Richardson will miss his third straight game Saturday as he deals with an undisclosed injury. Prior to his injury he rushed 31 times for 109 yards and one touchdown through four games.

OCTOBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Still working through injury Richardson (undisclosed) is still working through his injury, Foster Nicholas of 247Sports reports.

Impact Richardson working through his injury far from assures him of being available for Baylor's next game, currently scheduled Saturday against Oklahoma State. He will be questionable before then, with his injury status ideally updated via a prior report.

OCTOBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out Saturday Richardson (undisclosed) is out Saturday at Texas Tech, Zach Smith of The Waco Tribune-Herald reports.

Impact Richardson will miss his second consecutive game Saturday as he deals with an undisclosed injury. He has rushed 31 times for 109 yards this season so his contributions could be missed.

OCTOBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

DNP Saturday Richardson (undisclosed) did not appear in Saturday's 43-21 loss to Iowa State.

Impact Richardson missed his second game of the season as the Bears were taken down by the Cyclones in Week 6. The 6-foot-1 senior has handled 31 carries this season, totaling 109 yards on the ground. Richardson's next opportunity to return will come against Texas Tech in Week 8, but his expected status for the contest is uncertain.

OCTOBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable vs. Iowa State Richardson (undisclosed) is listed as questionable for Purdue's clash with Iowa State, per Zach Smith of the Waco Tribune-Harold.

Impact Richardson missed the opener but has played in every game since then. He's been a significant part of Baylor's backfield this season, running for 109 yards on 31 carries. If Richardson can't go, expect Dawson Pendergrass to handle the No. 2 running back duties for the Bears.

OCTOBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available but limited in loss Richardson (undisclosed) recorded four rushes for 11 yards during Saturday's 23-12 loss versus Utah.

Impact Richardson (undisclosed) was a question mark going into Saturday's contest, and he ended up being very limited, ceding most of the touches to Dawson Pendergrass. Richardson's status will remain up in the air but should crystallize as the week progresses.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Status remains uncertain for Week 2 Richardson (undisclosed) is uncertain for Week 2 and it's "too early to tell" if he'll be available according to head coach Dave Aranda, Baylor beat writer Eric Kelly reports.

Impact Richardson was slated to be the Bears' top running back this fall, but an injury is holding him back from seeing the field. Last season, he ran for 519 yards and one touchdown while reeling in 21 grabs for 152 yards and a score. In Richardson's absence, Dawson Pendergrass was the lead tailback in Week 1.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

TD reception against TCU Richardson logged 17 carries for 66 yards and caught both of his targets for 18 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 42-17 loss versus TCU.

Impact Richardson recorded his first touchdown reception of his collegiate career as the Bears were blown out by the Horned Frogs. Richardson has received 17 carries in each of his last two games which suggests he's the primary back when healthy. Baylor will finish the season against a good West Virginia defense.

NOVEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Commits to Baylor Richardson announced Thursday on his personal twitter that he will transfer to Baylor.

Impact Richardson will have one year of eligibility with the Bears. Richardson played in 26 games across three seasons for Oklahoma State.

DECEMBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Dominic Richardson clinches the game after a seven-yard rushing TD for the Cowboys to beat Texas Tech, 41-31

OCTOBER 8, 2022 • FOX SPORTS

Totals 91 yards and TD in win Richardson rushed for 73 yards and a touchdown on 24 carries while also grabbing four catches for 18 yards in Saturday's 36-25 win at Baylor.

Impact Richardson's 3.0 yards per carry was nothing to write home about, but he's seeing plenty of volume when Oklahoma State goes up against Power Five opponents. He does have a touchdown in three of four games and should be a strong play against Texas Tech next week.

OCTOBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Not needed in blowout win Richardson rushed for 23 yards on seven carries while also nabbing two catches for 39 yards in Saturday's 63-7 win over Arkansas Pine-Bluff.

Impact Richardson did not need to fill his typical workhorse role as the Cowboys rolled over their inferior opponent. The lead back also had his first lost fumble of the year which made it easier for the coaching staff to see what they have with their reserve backs. Richardson should be back to his usual role when the Cowboys come back from a bye week to play at Baylor on Oct. 1.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go for Week 1 Richardson (undisclosed) is listed as a co-starter to begin the 2021 season, Cody Nagel of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Richardson missed some time in the spring for an undisclosed reason, but it all good to go. He was solid as a true freshman in 2020 and will hope to do more in 2021. Richardson is a co-starter with four other players.

AUGUST 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Not dressed Saturday Richardson is not dressed out for Saturday's spring game, Cody Nagel of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact There wasn't an explanation provided as to why Richardson is not in pads as he's expected to hold a backup role in a loaded running back group for the Cowboys. He logged 44 carries for 223 yards and three touchdowns as a true freshman in 2020.

APRIL 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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Dominic Richardson clinches the game after a seven-yard rushing TD for the Cowboys to beat Texas Tech, 41-31