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Texas Tech's JT Toppin shares first messages since season ending injury

LUBBOCK, Texas — It's been over a week since Texas Tech star forward JT Toppin was ruled out for the rest of the season after tearing his ACL in his right knee against Arizona State. Toppin released his first message since the injury ahead of No.

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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 / Texas Tech Red Raiders on SI / February 27

Which Three Texas Tech Official Visitors Are Most Likely to Commit Next?

LUBBOCK, Texas — Texas Tech is in position to sign another talented high school recruiting class with commitments of four highly rated 4-star prospects already aboard.

Texas Tech Red Raiders News / Texas Tech Red Raiders on SI / February 26

What Christian Anderson Said About Texas Tech Competing Without JT Toppin

Texas Tech sophomore guard Christian Anderson revealed his honest thoughts about the team competing without All-American big man JT Toppin. Following the Red Raiders' 80-68 victory over Cincinnati, Anderson made a blanket statement on the team's success without Toppin.

Texas Tech Women’s Basketball Falls at Kansas After Fourth-Quarter Struggles

For the second consecutive game, the Lady Raiders found themselves in prime position to secure a high-stakes road win. And for the second straight time, that opportunity slipped away in the final minutes.

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

Texas Tech Red Raiders News / Texas Tech Red Raiders on SI / February 25

Ranking Texas Tech's 2026 Opponents by Tiers of Difficulty

The Texas Tech football schedule has been released, and it is time to look ahead and see what the 2026 season has in store. Last season, the Red Raiders used their NIL efforts to build a team and catapult themselves into the playoffs, earning a first-round bye before falling to Oregon in the second round.

Christian Anderson News / Texas Tech Red Raiders on SI / February 25

Christian Anderson Reveals Key Change Made Against Cincinnati, Extend Win Streak

Texas Tech's Christian Anderson revealed the key change made against Cincinnati that helped the team extend its win streak to 2-0 without JT Toppin. The Red Raiders are now 2-0 without their All-American big man.

Texas Tech Red Raiders News / Texas Tech Red Raiders on SI / February 25

Texas Tech Among 6 Ranked Big 12 Teams Featured in AP Top 25 Poll

The Texas Tech Red Raiders are among six Big 12 teams ranked in this week's AP Top 25 Poll. Despite the loss of junior forward JT Toppin, the squad has pressed forward without their biggest star.

Texas Tech Red Raiders News / Texas Tech Red Raiders on SI / February 24

McCasland Details What He Needs From Anderson as Focal Point of Red Raiders

LUBBOCK, Texas — The Texas Tech Red Raiders are navigating a pivotal stretch of the season after losing star forward JT Toppin to a season-ending knee injury, and head coach Grant McCasland said Tuesday that leadership from Christian Anderson will be vital as the team adapts.

No. 20 Texas Tech Women’s Basketball Travels to Kansas for Key Big 12 Matchup

The Big 12 race is heating up, and the No. 20 Texas Tech Lady Raiders basketball team is heading into one of college basketball’s most iconic arenas. For their pivotal road showdown.

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 / Softball On SI / February 20

Texas Tech's NiJaree Canady Becomes First College Softball Player with Exclusive Adidas Cleats

Texas Tech softball ace NiJaree Canady continues to make history. The All-American became the first college softball player to have a player-exclusive cleat after she unveiled her line with Adidas via social media on Wednesday. The “ADIZERO Instinct 2.0 PT Nija” is a stunning nod to the historic impact she’s made on Texas Tech’s program so far.