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Texas Tech’s Joey McGuire Named Finalist for Bear Bryant Coach of the Year

The transformation of Lubbock, Texas, into a national epicenter for college football is now officially recognized across the sport. After a season that reshaped Texas Tech history, head coach Joey McGuire might earn new Coach of the Year honors.

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Blueprint for Red Raiders' 2026 playoff run already in place

Texas Tech's special season fell short of preseason national championship expectations surrounding the program after building one of the most talented rosters in college football.

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

Texas Tech Lady Raiders Hold Off Mountaineers in Thrilling 71-66 Win

The No. 17 Texas Tech Lady Raiders showed exactly why they sit atop the Big 12 standings on Wednesday night. They took out a dramatic 71-66 road win over West Virginia at Hope Coliseum.

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

Another Star Wide Receiver is Big 12 Bound

Texas Tech just added another weapon to its growing arsenal, landing a commitment from former Pitt wide receiver Kenny Johnson. The 6-foot pass catcher hauled in 94 balls for 1,232 yards and eight touchdowns over the last two seasons with the Panthers, and now he’s headed to Lubbock to join one of the most active portal classes in the country.

College Football News / Heartland College Sports / January 7

Texas Tech is Looking to Reload in 2026

To say the result of the Orange Bowl was a disappointment for Texas Tech would be an understatement. The Red Raiders looked awful in their 23-0 loss to Oregon in the College Football Playoff.

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

Red Raiders Visiting With 2-Way Former Freshman All-American

The transfer portal window is the perfect time for teams to add experienced playmakers who can have an immediate impact on a new program. Whether players are looking for a new scheme or a different culture, sometimes a change in scenery unlocks the most in a player.

Texas Tech Red Raiders News / Texas Tech Red Raiders on SI / January 6

Red Raiders Strengthen Front 7 With Key Transfers, Including Mateen Ibirogba, Adam Trick

Texas Tech made its defensive priorities unmistakable with a front‑seven transfer portal haul headlined by Trey White, Julien Laventure, Austin Romaine, Amarie Fleming, Bryce Butler, Mateen Ibirogba, Adam Trick, and Jojo Johnson.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / January 7

No. 7 Houston snags huge conference win over No. 14 Texas Tech

The Cougars are rolling down the track, and there's not much that appears to be standing in their way.

The 'Big 12 mens basketball Player of the Year since 2000-01' quiz

Texas Tech Red Raiders News / Texas Tech Red Raiders on SI / January 6

Red Raiders Star Announces Future Plans Following College Football Playoff

Texas Tech has been in the headlines for many reasons, but a lot of it has linked back to the same original umbrella of the transfer portal. The Red Raiders

Softball News / Softball On SI / January 6

Texas Tech Softball Earned Massive Payday in 2025 Guarantee at South Carolina

The Texas Tech softball program was one of the biggest storylines of 2025. From signing NiJaree Canady to a $1 million NIL deal to a national runner-up finish, the Red Raiders lit the softball world on fire.

College Football News / Texas Tech Red Raiders on SI / January 6

A Look at Where Texas Tech is Ranked in the Team Transfer Portal Rankings

Texas Tech is ranked high in the team transfer portal rankings, but let's first look at the social media reactions to the Red Raiders getting top players via the portal.

College Football News / Heartland College Sports / January 6

Tuesday Takes: New Big 12 QBs, Texas Tech’s Future, and On-Campus Playoff Games

Welcome to Tuesday Takes, where I give you four takes from the Big 12. It was a jam-packed week full of exciting news, but there were several things that caught my attention over the last few days.

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

David Bailey 2026 NFL draft prospect profile, grades, rank, measurements

Texas Tech's edge rusher David Bailey along with his counterpart on the opposite side Romello Height, sent opposing offensive lines into the abyss this season.

Behren Morton News / Gridiron Heroics / January 2

Watch: Behren Morton’s Heartbreakingly Honest Farewell After Texas Tech Tough Loss

Behren Morton walked into the post-game press room at Hard Rock Stadium with emotion all over his face. The Texas Tech quarterback had just played his final collegiate game, and the weight of that reality was visible.