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Red Raiders could be in for historic year with preseason ranking, individual accolades

The Texas Tech softball program continues to make program history, and the 2026 squad hasn't even played a game together yet. On Tuesday, Softball America revealed its Preseason Top 25 and the Red Raiders sat atop the chart.

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Red Raiders Defensive Star Announces Next Step in NFL Draft Future

After one of the best seasons ever for a player at his position, Texas Tech linebacker Jacob Rodriguez finally announced what is next for him in his football career.

College Football News / Yardbarker / January 12

Texas Tech lands former Auburn WR Malcolm Simmons in transfer portal

It's no surprise that Texas Tech has already brought in a great portal class this offseason, and it just got better on Monday.

Oregon may have found its next successful transfer QB in Dylan Raiola

Alabama Crimson Tide get good news regarding 2026 defense

HC Lane Kiffin hopes he has found LSU's next Jayden Daniels in Arizona State transfer QB Sam Leavitt

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Texas Tech Red Raiders News / Texas Tech Red Raiders on SI / January 12

Three and Out: Can Red Raiders close in on top portal class?

Texas Tech has been predicted to land Minnesota three-way star Koi Perich for nearly a week now, but his recruitment remains silent despite trips to visit with Red Raiders coaches and Oregon.

Texas Tech Red Raiders News / Texas Tech Red Raiders on SI / January 12

Texas Tech Softball Leads All Programs in Softball America’s Preseason Top 100

The 2026 softball season is just weeks away, and the Texas Tech Red Raiders have eight of the country's Top 100 players, according to Softball America.

Texas Tech Red Raiders News / Texas Tech Red Raiders on SI / January 11

Red Raiders' Recruits Stand Out at High School All-Star Games

As the 2025 college football season concludes, many teams shift their focus to 2026 and prepare to compete next season. One critical component will be adding and developing the upcoming crop of freshmen, many of whom will be enrolling early to train for spring ball.

Joey Mcguire News / Athlon Sports / January 11

Joey McGuire, Texas Tech Predicted to Land All-American Safety in College Football Transfer Portal

The Texas Tech Red Raiders, under head coach Joey McGuire, are coming off one of the best seasons in the program's history. Texas Tech finished the season with a record of 12-2 and won the Big 12 Championship for the first time in the program's history.

Texas Tech Red Raiders News / Texas Tech Red Raiders on SI / January 11

Red Raiders survive ferocious comeback, earn road Big 12 win at Colorado

The No. 14 Texas Tech Red Raiders escaped a road upset bid at Colorado Saturday evening, surviving with a 73-71 victory against the Buffaloes. The Red Raiders took a 16-point lead into halftime but had to hold on in a second-half rally by Colorado to hold on and win Saturday at the CU Events Center.

Joey Mcguire News / Texas Tech Red Raiders on SI / January 11

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.

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.

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 / 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.

Texas Tech Red Raiders News / Field Level Media / January 3

Report: Texas Tech adding tallest player in women's college basketball

Texas Tech Lady Raiders coach Krista Gerlich reportedly landed a big recruit on Thursday -- the biggest in women's college basketball history.

Dante Moore News / Yardbarker / January 1

No. 5 Oregon's Orange Bowl shutout of No. 4 Texas Tech shouldn't overshadow QB Dante Moore's poor play

While the Oregon defense was simply sensational with four turnovers, its offense left a lot to be desired.

QB Behren Morton's struggles lead to Texas Tech's collapse in CFP against Oregon

Oregon HC Dan Lanning makes salient point when ripping CFP schedule

Ryan Day assigns blame for Ohio State's stunning loss to Miami in CFP

HC Ryan Day deserves blame for sudden play-calling change after Ohio State's loss to Miami in CFP

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Behren Morton News / Yardbarker / January 1

QB Behren Morton's struggles lead to Texas Tech's collapse in CFP against Oregon

The Texas Tech Red Raiders fielded a national-championship-caliber defense this season, but not a national-championship-caliber quarterback.

Oregon HC Dan Lanning makes salient point when ripping CFP schedule

Ranking the head coaches ahead of CFP quarterfinal games

The 'Big 12 football championship winners' quiz

Texas Tech head coach had words for CFP-snubbed Notre Dame

The Notre Dame Fighting Irish have enough heartbreak after missing the College Football Playoff, but Texas Tech head coach Joey McGuire added to it with some words.