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College GameDay reveals picks for LSU-Alabama, BYU-Texas Tech games

ESPN’s flagship college football program hit the road again this weekend, as College GameDay pitched its tent in Big 12 country, as Texas Tech looks to take another step forward in the conference title race against undefeated BYU in a battle of insurgent conference contenders.

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Is BYU out of the playoff? Explaining Cougars' CFP chances after Big 12 loss to Texas Tech

Here is more on whether or not the Week 11 loss will keep BYU out of the College Football Playoff.

Texas Tech Red Raiders News / Heartland College Sports / November 8

The Viral Texas Tech Couple Actually Did It

A Texas Tech couple found themselves in the national spotlight this weekend after pulling off what most fans only joke about. Taylor Karrh and Rachael Lenhart became overnight legends in Lubbock by moving their wedding to Friday night just so they could attend ESPN’s College GameDay on Saturday morning.

Texas Tech Red Raiders News / Texas Tech Red Raiders on SI / November 8

Best and Most Interesting ESPN 'College GameDay' Signs for Texas Tech vs. BYU

We will look at the best and most interesting signs from ESPN's "College GameDay" in Lubbock, Texas, for the Texas Tech vs. BYU game. But first, a look at the history of signs for "College GameDay." When the program first gained popularity, it was broadcast live from college campuses.

Texas Tech Red Raiders News / ESPN / November 8

Sources: BYU's Phillips set to play vs. Texas Tech

No. 7 BYU is expected to start wide receiver Jojo Phillips, who has been out since early September, against No. 8 Texas Tech, sources told ESPN.

Texas Tech Red Raiders News / Texas Tech Red Raiders on SI / November 8

Who Is Texas Tech's Guest Picker on 'College GameDay'?

Jones AT&T Stadium is set to host its biggest game in over a decade. The No. 8 Texas Tech Red Raiders welcome the No. 7 BYU Cougars to Lubbock, Texas, the site of this week's "College GameDay" ahead of a critical top-10 matchup.

Texas Tech Red Raiders News / Sporting News / November 8

BYU tries to keep unbeaten record intact against Texas Tech

Cougars and Red Raiders featured in College Football's Game of the Week.

Texas Tech Red Raiders News / CFB-HQ on SI / November 8

Texas Tech vs. BYU prediction: Who wins, and why?

What happens between Texas Tech and BYU will go a considerable distance in helping determine who gets to play for the Big 12 championship, and consequently who will take part in the College Football Playoff, making this the most important game in the conference so far in 2025.

College Basketball News / Field Level Media / November 7

JT Toppin has huge debut as No. 10 Texas Tech pulls away from Sam Houston

Preseason Big 12 Player of the Year JT Toppin led No. 10 Texas Tech with 31 points and 14 rebounds on Friday.

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College Football News / Larry Brown Sports / November 7

Texas Tech paid a defensive lineman $3 million in NIL

If you’re wondering how Texas Tech became a top-10 team in the country, look no further than their NIL practices. The Texas Tech Red Raiders are 8-1 and ranked No.

Texas Tech Red Raiders News / Texas Tech Red Raiders on SI / November 7

Three Reasons Texas Tech will Defeat BYU by More than a Field Goal

3. Superior dominance and overall balance through special teams, offense, and defensive units. One of the few teams in the nation to place in the top five for both scoring offense and scoring defense is Texas Tech.

Texas Tech Red Raiders News / Heartland College Sports / November 7

Texas Tech Earns Highest Defensive Grade in Nation from PFF College

The No. 8 Texas Tech Red Raiders have been one of the nation’s most consistent teams this season, sitting at 7-1 and strongly in the Big 12 title hunt.

Texas Tech Red Raiders News / CFB-HQ on SI / November 7

Fans relive iconic Lee Corso moment ahead of ‘College GameDay’ return to Texas Tech

On Saturday morning, 'College GameDay' will return to the wonderful Texas town of Lubbock, home to the No. 8 Texas Tech Red Raiders, who square off against No.

Texas Tech Red Raiders News / CFB-HQ on SI / November 7

BYU vs. Texas Tech score prediction by expert football model

Texas Tech and BYU square off in a battle of ranked Big 12 title contenders that will have a direct impact on how the conference championship and College Football Playoff race plays out.

Texas Tech Red Raiders News / CFB-HQ on SI / November 6

Former UCLA coach Rick Neuheisel flipped his prediction for BYU- Texas Tech game

Former UCLA coach and CBS analyst Rick Neuheisel delivered a bit of a surprise with a big pick (or a couple of big picks) in the BYU-Texas Tech game. With No.

Widespread Praise Pours In Over Kirk Herbstreit’s Actions Days Before 'College GameDay'

ESPN’s College GameDay is heading to Lubbock in Week 11 for the No. 8 BYU Cougars vs. No. 9 Texas Tech Red Raiders matchup. Kirk Herbstreit remains the longest-tenured analyst on the show following Lee Corso’s departure.

Texas Tech Red Raiders News / Texas Tech Red Raiders on SI / November 5

Texas Tech Loses 2026 LB Tieson Ejiawoko to Decommitment

In a surprising twist to Texas Tech’s 2026 recruiting cycle, linebacker Tieson Ejiawoko has officially decommitted from the Red Raiders. The move comes amid growing buzz around Ejiawoko’s rising stock and potential fit in multiple Power Four schemes.

College Football News / Mike Farrell Sports / November 5

Texas Tech is the Total Package, Big 12’s Best Team

Before the 2025 season, many in the media had the opinion that the Big 12 Conference would be wide open. There really wasn’t a consensus preseason conference champion selected.

LJ Martin News / Heartland College Sports / November 4

BYU Will Have a Big Piece in Action This Week vs. Texas Tech

BYU is getting some good news heading into one of its toughest games of the season. Starting running back LJ Martin is expected to be available for Saturday’s road trip to Lubbock, where the Cougars will face off against No.

Texas Tech Red Raiders News / Texas Tech Red Raiders on SI / November 4

Texas Tech Basketball Non-Conference Game-by-Game Predictions

No. 10-ranked Texas Tech hosts the Lindenwood Lions from the Ohio Valley Conference, who are going into their fourth season in Division 1 play. They are coming off of their best season since making the jump to D1, having won 16 games last season.

College Football News / 5 GOATs / November 2

BYU vs. Texas Tech odds: Opening point spread released, How to Watch

BYU travels to Texas Tech for a Week 11 clash in the Big 12 Conference. With game day approaching, the opening odds and point spread have been revealed.

Texas Tech Red Raiders News / Heartland College Sports / October 29

Rece Davis Implies That GameDay Will Head to BYU vs. Texas Tech

College GameDay hasn’t officially announced where they’re headed next week, but Rece Davis might’ve let the cat out of the bag. During this week’s show,

Texas Tech Red Raiders News / Gridiron Heroics / October 21

'Let’s Not Risk Penalizing Our Team': Texas Tech Says Goodbye to Tortilla Tossing

Texas Tech Director of Athletics Kirby Hocutt on Monday announced the Red Raiders would no longer allow fans to throw tortillas at Jones AT&T Stadium, bringing an end to a tradition that has defined game days in West Texas for more than three decades.

Texas Tech Red Raiders News / Larry Brown Sports / October 20

Texas Tech is ending a longtime tradition over a Big 12 rule change

The Texas Tech Red Raiders are putting a stop to a longstanding tradition after the NCAA cracked down on it.

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Sam Leavitt News / Yardbarker / October 18

Top 10 upset reshapes Big 12 Championship picture

Saturday in the college football landscape was a shocking day, as four top 10 teams fell. One of those teams was the No. 7-ranked Texas Tech Red Raiders.

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