Gandy, Jackson to Join Baylor Football Radio Crew
6/29/2026 9:00:00 AM | Football, Athletic News, Radio
WACO, Texas -- Baylor football has finalized its 2026 radio broadcast crew, adding Geff Gandy and Bryson Jackson to the Baylor Sports Media Network, joining legendary Voice of the Bears, John Morris, on the call throughout the season, it was announced by Baylor and Playfly Sports.
Gandy will serve as the in-booth color commentator, alongside Morris, while Jackson will roam the sidelines as the analyst. Gandy replaces former BU quarterback Nick Florence, who served in the role in 2025, and Jackson will take over the sideline commentating duties from Ricky Thompson, who spent 26 years fulfilling the duties. The triumvirate boasts six decades of Baylor football coverage and experience.
"I am excited to work with Geff and Bryson on our radio crew this year," Morris said. "These guys know the game inside-and-out and have a love and institutional knowledge about Baylor football that can not just be replicated easily. Their passion and feel for the game will come through in our broadcasts. Looking forward to bringing Baylor football to life for our fan base with a great group in the booth and on the sideline."
The trio will complete the broadcast crew for the Bears, who are supplemented by behind-the-scenes veterans in Bob Baker, who will be in his 14th season as the engineer, and Jeff Walter, who provides statistical and spotting input. Derek Smith, the Voice of Baylor Baseball and Women's Basketball, and the esteemed public address announcer at McLane Stadium, will be in his 17thseason of the Baylor Gameday Tailgate Show, presented by Baylor Alumni, and the Post-Game 5th Quarter Show.
Gandy, a four-year letterman and linebacker for the Bears from 1979-82, was a two-year starter and former team captain. He helped lead Baylor to the 1979 Peach Bowl, which featured a win over No. 10 Clemson. In 1980, he helped lead the Bears to an 8-0 league record and a Southwest Conference Championship, advancing to the Cotton Bowl. Gandy still ranks third in program history in single-season tackles (137, 1982). He was drafted by the Washington Redskins, who ultimately advanced to Super Bowl XVIII.
"It is truly an honor and a blessing to come home to Baylor," Gandy said. "I'm grateful for the opportunity to work alongside award-winning broadcaster John Morris, former Baylor Bear Bryson Jackson, and the outstanding Baylor Sports Network radio team. I'm excited for this new season and look forward to contributing to such a talented group."
Jackson spent seven years with the Bears from 2017-23, serving as a key pass-rushing outside linebacker and nickelback during his career. He played in 60 games over his career with 71 tackles, 14 for a loss and 7.5 sacks. He helped spur the Bears to the 2021 Big 12 Championship and Sugar Bowl title with a 3.5-sack season. Jackson ranks second only to Trestan Ebner (2017-21) for career games played in Baylor history.
"It is truly an honor to return to Baylor in this role," Jackson said. "This university has had a tremendous impact on my life, and I'm grateful for the opportunity to remain part of a program that means so much to me. Having spent seven years in that locker room, I know the commitment, preparation and passion it takes to represent Baylor every Saturday. I'm excited to bring that perspective to our broadcasts, help listeners better understand the game from the sideline, and work alongside John Morris, Geff Gandy and the entire Baylor Sports Media Network team. I can't wait to get the season started."
The two former Baylor standouts join Morris on the call, who is in his 32nd season as the signature voice of Baylor Athletics. This marks his 40th season overall, which included eight years working with the legendary Frank Fallon. He has also been behind the mic for Baylor Basketball, Women's Basketball, Baseball, Softball, Volleyball, Soccer, Track & Field, Equestrian, Men's & Women's Tennis and Acrobatics & Tumbling. Morris, who was honored with the Chris Schenkel Award in 2024 by the National Football Foundation and the Dave Campbell Award from the Waco Chamber of Commerce, has called 454 consecutive Baylor football games. He was named the Texas Sportscaster of the year in 2019 by the National Sports Media Association.
Gandy will serve as the in-booth color commentator, alongside Morris, while Jackson will roam the sidelines as the analyst. Gandy replaces former BU quarterback Nick Florence, who served in the role in 2025, and Jackson will take over the sideline commentating duties from Ricky Thompson, who spent 26 years fulfilling the duties. The triumvirate boasts six decades of Baylor football coverage and experience.
"I am excited to work with Geff and Bryson on our radio crew this year," Morris said. "These guys know the game inside-and-out and have a love and institutional knowledge about Baylor football that can not just be replicated easily. Their passion and feel for the game will come through in our broadcasts. Looking forward to bringing Baylor football to life for our fan base with a great group in the booth and on the sideline."
The trio will complete the broadcast crew for the Bears, who are supplemented by behind-the-scenes veterans in Bob Baker, who will be in his 14th season as the engineer, and Jeff Walter, who provides statistical and spotting input. Derek Smith, the Voice of Baylor Baseball and Women's Basketball, and the esteemed public address announcer at McLane Stadium, will be in his 17thseason of the Baylor Gameday Tailgate Show, presented by Baylor Alumni, and the Post-Game 5th Quarter Show.
Gandy, a four-year letterman and linebacker for the Bears from 1979-82, was a two-year starter and former team captain. He helped lead Baylor to the 1979 Peach Bowl, which featured a win over No. 10 Clemson. In 1980, he helped lead the Bears to an 8-0 league record and a Southwest Conference Championship, advancing to the Cotton Bowl. Gandy still ranks third in program history in single-season tackles (137, 1982). He was drafted by the Washington Redskins, who ultimately advanced to Super Bowl XVIII.
"It is truly an honor and a blessing to come home to Baylor," Gandy said. "I'm grateful for the opportunity to work alongside award-winning broadcaster John Morris, former Baylor Bear Bryson Jackson, and the outstanding Baylor Sports Network radio team. I'm excited for this new season and look forward to contributing to such a talented group."
Jackson spent seven years with the Bears from 2017-23, serving as a key pass-rushing outside linebacker and nickelback during his career. He played in 60 games over his career with 71 tackles, 14 for a loss and 7.5 sacks. He helped spur the Bears to the 2021 Big 12 Championship and Sugar Bowl title with a 3.5-sack season. Jackson ranks second only to Trestan Ebner (2017-21) for career games played in Baylor history.
"It is truly an honor to return to Baylor in this role," Jackson said. "This university has had a tremendous impact on my life, and I'm grateful for the opportunity to remain part of a program that means so much to me. Having spent seven years in that locker room, I know the commitment, preparation and passion it takes to represent Baylor every Saturday. I'm excited to bring that perspective to our broadcasts, help listeners better understand the game from the sideline, and work alongside John Morris, Geff Gandy and the entire Baylor Sports Media Network team. I can't wait to get the season started."
The two former Baylor standouts join Morris on the call, who is in his 32nd season as the signature voice of Baylor Athletics. This marks his 40th season overall, which included eight years working with the legendary Frank Fallon. He has also been behind the mic for Baylor Basketball, Women's Basketball, Baseball, Softball, Volleyball, Soccer, Track & Field, Equestrian, Men's & Women's Tennis and Acrobatics & Tumbling. Morris, who was honored with the Chris Schenkel Award in 2024 by the National Football Foundation and the Dave Campbell Award from the Waco Chamber of Commerce, has called 454 consecutive Baylor football games. He was named the Texas Sportscaster of the year in 2019 by the National Sports Media Association.
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