Texas Tech Red Raiders: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Red Raiders Coach in Search for Answers After Disappointing End to Season

LUBBOCK, Texas — The celebration after winning a conference championship can create momentum that carries a program forward for weeks. But the new postseason calendar in college football can just as easily erase it, according to Texas Tech coach Joey McGuire.

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McGuire Offers High Praise to New Look Position Group Ahead of Spring Ball

LUBBOCK, Texas — Spring football is officially here with kickoff to the 2026 college football season just 176 days away. Fresh off its first appearance in the College Football Playoff, Texas Tech is gearing up to defend its Big 12 championship crown this fall.

Texas Tech Lady Raiders Women's Basketball Shocked in Kansas State Comeback

March basketball has a way of turning comfort into chaos in the blink of an eye. On Thursday afternoon at the T-Mobile Center in Kansas City, the Texas Tech Lady Raiders women’s basketball team experienced exactly how quickly a postseason game can unravel.

Christian Anderson News / Texas Tech Red Raiders on SI / March 5

Christian Anderson Could Break Texas Tech Record vs BYU in Regular Season Finale

Sophomore guard Christian Anderson can break a Texas Tech record against BYU in the regular season finale Saturday. The Red Raiders are coming off their first loss of the season without All-American big man JT Toppin and will look to bounce back against the Cougars this weekend.

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

Texas Tech Needs Favorable Matchups to Make Run in NCAA Tournament

LUBBOCK, Texas — Physicality, not talent, was the central theme in the aftermath of Texas Tech’s 73-65 home loss to TCU. The Red Raiders led by three at the half, but were outrebounded throughout the game 39-25.

No. 21 Texas Tech Lady Raiders Open Big 12 Tournament Against 12-Seed Kansas State

The postseason has officially arrived in Kansas City, and the spotlight is bright inside the T-Mobile Center. For the No. 21 Texas Tech Lady Raiders, the road to a potential conference title begins Thursday morning at 11 a.m.

Texas Tech Red Raiders News / Heartland College Sports / March 4

Tim Tadlock Comments on Texas Tech’s DWI Arrest

The Texas Tech Red Raiders baseball team is dealing with the arrest of freshman Jesse Rusinek. The 19-year-old was arrested early Monday morning on suspicion of driving while intoxicated with an open container of alcohol on campus.

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

Texas Tech Senior Snudda Collins Earns Sixth Player of the Year Recognition

The Texas Tech Lady Raiders are heading into postseason play with more than momentum. They are bringing hardware. After a regular season that flipped expectations and pushed the program back into national relevance, the Big 12 Conference announced its annual awards, and the Scarlet and Black were everywhere.

Christian Anderson News / Texas Tech Red Raiders on SI / March 4

Texas Tech’s Christian Anderson Jr Wins Third Big 12 Player of the Week

The national college basketball spotlight is officially shining bright over West Texas. As of March 4, 2026, the Texas Tech Red Raiders have surged to No.

College Basketball News / Texas Tech Red Raiders on SI / March 3

Texas Tech's Home Finale vs. TCU: What the Red Raiders Need to Win

With one final home game to play, Texas Tech takes on the Horned Frogs in their home finale, a game that could be sneakier than expected. TCU is not a team to take lightly despite their 19-10 record.

Texas Tech Red Raiders News / Softball On SI / March 2

Tennessee, Texas Tech, Belmont Top Softball America’s March Pitcher Rankings

With a full month of college softball down, Softball America ranked the top pitchers going into the month of March. From underdogs to breakout stars to undefeated outings, the list is loaded with talent.

Texas Tech Red Raiders News / Heartland College Sports / March 2

Texas Tech is Playing Defense for 2027’s No. 1 Prospect

No one said retaining the top prospect in the 2027 class was going to be easy. Texas Tech is finding itself in the middle of a battle to keep five-star defensive lineman Jalen Brewtser committed to the Red Raiders, and the list of suitors doesn’t exactly inspire confidence.

Texas Tech Red Raiders News / Softball On SI / February 28

Blowouts by OU, Florida, and Texas Tech Prompt Former Division I Softball Coach to Call for Change

Three NCAA Division I softball programs posted ridiculous scores on Thursday, prompting one former coach to call for change. After Oklahoma, Florida, and Texas Tech combined to outscore their opponents 84-0, Todd Bradley wants mid-major coaches to fight for larger guarantees.

Texas Tech Red Raiders News / Yardbarker / February 25

Which LBs should Bears consider targeting in 2026 NFL Draft after Tremaine Edmunds' trade request?

Linebacker wasn't considered one of the Chicago Bears' bigger needs entering the offseason, but they should now consider targeting one in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Bears allow ex-Pro Bowl player to seek a trade

GM Andrew Berry's potential NFL Draft plans could mean Browns QB carousel isn't stopping anytime soon

Cowboys predicted to select Offensive Rookie of the Year in 2026 NFL Draft

NFL Draft intel: Sonny Styles' buzz, Jermod McCoy's medicals and QB with most to gain at NFL Scouting Combine

25 bold predictions for the 2026 NFL offseason

The 'Big 12 football championship winners' quiz

College Football News / Yardbarker / February 24

Texas Tech five-star DT commit takes over as No. 1 recruit for 2027

Texas Tech five-star DT commit takes over as No. 1 overall recruit in 2027 class

If the Red Raiders can keep him through signing day, it will mark one of the most significant recruiting victories in program history.

Top eight college football stars who passed on the 2026 NFL Draft

The 'Schools to win a CFP game' quiz

Texas Tech Red Raiders News / Softball On SI / February 20

Texas Tech, UCLA, OU Softball Highlight Day 1 at Mary Nutter

The Mary Nutter Collegiate Classic kicked off on Thursday in Cathedral City, Calif., and the action has already been intense. Auburn upset No. 14 Oregon 10-5, but then UCLA turned around and completely dominated the Tigers in a historic 23-1 outing.

Texas Tech Red Raiders News / Yardbarker / February 18