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Texas Tech Now Has a Top-Five Rating in SP+ Update

It’s official: Texas Tech is sitting at No. 4 in the latest ESPN SP+ rankings. The Red Raiders trail only Ohio State, Indiana, and Oregon in the updated metrics, putting them squarely in the national conversation as one of the top analytical teams in college football.

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Does Texas Tech’s Jacob Rodriguez Have a Legitimate Heisman Case?

Texas Tech linebacker Jacob Rodriguez is putting together one of the best defensive seasons in college football. With elite production, game-changing plays, and a weak offensive Heisman field, why not Rodriguez?

Texas Tech Red Raiders News / Athlon Sports / November 9

2025 Bowl Projections after Week 11: Texas Tech Rising, ACC Chaos Shakes Up Playoff Field

College football’s Week 11 schedule produced several results that significantly altered the projected playoff field and bowl projections following Saturday’s action.

Texas Tech Red Raiders News / Athlon Sports / November 9

Texas Tech Bracing for Punishment After BYU Game

ESPN's "College GameDay" was in Lubbock, Texas, for Week 11, as No. 7 BYU faced No. 8 Texas Tech in a Big 12 Conference game. Former Texas Tech quarterback Patrick Mahomes was the celebrity guest picker, and it was a packed house in Lubbock in a battle of top-10 teams.

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

Despite the Win, This One Factor Is Holding Texas Tech Back From Greatness

A 9-1 start with wins against teams that were ranked seventh and 13th heading into Week 11 is a strong résumé, especially by a combined margin of 63-17.

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

A Year After Its Colorado Loss, Texas Tech Gets Its Signature Win Over BYU

Nearly a year ago, a then 6-3 Texas Tech team hosted No. 21 Colorado with a chance to position itself toward a Big 12 Championship berth — something the Red Raiders have yet to do in the program's history — but came up short.

Texas Tech Red Raiders News / ESPN / November 8

USC's sneaky fake punt, newlywed Texas Tech fans top college football Week 11 superlatives

USC got tricky with its jersey numbers for a fake punt, Texas Tech fans made it to "College GameDay" after a wedding and more from Week 11.

College Football News / ESPN / November 8

Texas Tech hands BYU 1st loss, improves to 9-1

Texas Tech linebacker Jacob Rodriguez authored two takeaways on Saturday, as the No. 9 Red Raiders defeated No. 8 BYU 29-7, holding the previously-unbeaten Cougars to a season-low 255 total yards in a game with Big 12 and playoff implications.

Texas Tech Red Raiders News / Sporting News / November 8

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.

College Football News / Yardbarker / November 8

No. 8 Texas Tech in a class of its own in Big 12 after blowout win over No. 7 BYU

The Red Raiders are in a class of their own within the conference, and it might take the playoff for them to find an opponent in their weight class.

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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 / CFB-HQ on SI / November 8

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.

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 / 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 / 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

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.

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.

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.

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 / 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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