Jacob Rodriguez: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

College Football News / Texas Tech Red Raiders on SI / December 12

Jacob Rodriguez Finishes 5th in Heisman Trophy Voting

Texas Tech football has enjoyed a season defined by dominant defense. That excellence helped push for one of college football’s biggest acknowledgements.

Jacob Rodriguez News / Texas Tech Red Raiders on SI / December 10

Jacob Rodriguez, David Bailey Win Pony Express Award as Nation's Top Duo

In the second year of the Pony Express Award, the recipients are once again members of the Big 12. First handed out at the end of the 2024 season, the award recognizes "college football players who uplift teammates and embody the sport's core values on and off the field," according to its website.

College Football News / Texas Tech Red Raiders on SI / December 9

Red Raiders Star Jacob Rodriguez Earns Bronko Nagurski Award

The defensive excellence of Jacob Rodriguez has officially been recognized as unmatched in the nation. In an achievement for Texas Tech football, the star senior linebacker has been named the winner of the Bronko Nagurski Trophy.

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College Football News / NCAA Football on ClutchPoints / December 8

Jacob Rodriguez caps off incredible season with Bronco Nagurski award

Texas Tech football linebacker Jacob Rodriguez missed the final Heisman cut Monday. But he snatched one prominent college football award: The Bronco Nagurski.

College Football News / Last Word On Sports / December 8

Jacob Rodriquez Wins The Bronko Nagurski Award

The 2025 college football season has been a banner year for the Red Raiders. They just secured their first-ever Big 12 championship Saturday over BYU. Linebacker Jacob Rodriguez already received the Butkus Award during a team meeting Friday night before the Big 12 championship game.

College Football News / Yardbarker / December 9

Heisman finalists announcement reveals needed change to selection process

Some outstanding players were left disappointed following the 2025 Heisman Trophy finalists reveal, but maybe they wouldn't be if the Heisman Trust made a sensible change.

Indiana establishes itself as team to beat in CFP with Big Ten title

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College Football News / Texas Tech Red Raiders on SI / December 8

Has Jacob Rodriguez Solidified His Spot as a Heisman Finalist? Examining the Star Linebacker's Candidacy

The 2025 Heisman Trophy is set to be announced on Saturday, Dec. 13, and the ballots close as championship weekend concludes. One Heisman contender, Texas Tech linebacker Jacob Rodriguez, has been a point of contention for fans, especially those of the Red Raiders who hope to see the star defender included.

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

Red Raiders Win Big 12 Championship Game, Making History Against BYU

The crowd was a sea of red. While Arlington, Texas, is not home for the No. 4 Texas Tech Red Raiders, it's not too far — and they quickly made themselves feel comfortable as the crowd popped at every swing.

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

Jacob Rodriguez Makes History as Texas Tech’s First Butkus Award Winner

Texas Tech linebacker Jacob Rodriguez has etched his name into Red Raider history, becoming the program’s first-ever recipient of the prestigious Butkus Award.

College Football News / Texas Tech Red Raiders on SI / December 4

Jacob Rodriguez Named Finalist for Walter Camp Player of the Year

In a season defined by leadership, versatility, and relentless production, Texas Tech linebacker Jacob Rodriguez has earned one of college football’s highest honors, finalist recognition for the Walter Camp Player of the Year Award.

College Football News / NCAA Football on ClutchPoints / December 3

BYU vs. Texas Tech bold predictions for Big 12 Championship Game

It is the Big 12 Championship Game as BYU faces Texas Tech. The winner of the game will be heading to the College Football Playoff. It will be a rematch of a regular-season tilt that Texas Tech won 29-7.

Texas Tech Red Raiders News / Texas Tech Red Raiders on SI / November 30

Texas Tech's Jacob Rodriguez Named Chuck Bednarik Award Finalist

The Texas Tech Red Raiders' defense has been a force throughout the season, and now the unit's unquestioned leader is receiving the highest national recognition.

Texas Tech Red Raiders News / Heartland College Sports / November 29

Yikes, Jacob Rodriguez Throws a Pick While Trying to Boost Heisman Campaign

Texas Tech is doing everything it can to make linebacker Jacob Rodriguez a Heisman name, but on Saturday in Morgantown, that plan might’ve hit its first real snag.

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

Jacob Rodriguez, David Bailey, Several Red Raiders Among Contenders for Nation's Top Awards

It has been a miracle season for the Texas Tech Red Raiders. A 10-1 start — 7-1 in conference play — has the program just one win away from a first-ever Big 12 Championship and ranked fifth in the country heading into their Week 13 bye week.

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College Football News / Mike Farrell Sports / November 22

Jacob Rodriguez Heisman Candidacy Gains Steam

The 2025 race for the Heisman Trophy has been a tight one, with no clear-cut favorite and just two weeks to go in the regular season. It certainly hasn’t been because there is a lack of anyone standing out—the contrary, actually.

College Football News / Texas Tech Red Raiders on SI / November 18

David Bailey and Jacob Rodriguez Announced as Lombardi Award Finalists

David Bailey and Jacob Rodriguez have officially been named finalists for the prestigious Lombardi Award, a recognition reserved for college football’s most dominant linemen or linebackers.

College Football News / Texas Tech Red Raiders on SI / November 17

Is Jacob Rodriguez an Award-Season Favorite After 3rd Straight Weekly Conference Honors?

Following another strong week, the Texas Tech Red Raiders have only further padded linebacker Jacob Rodriguez's campaign. He caught an interception and scored a rushing touchdown — the first offensive score of his career — cementing his late Heisman Trophy push in style.

Texas Tech Red Raiders News / Texas Tech Red Raiders on SI / November 17

Recruit Reactions To Texas Tech's 48-9 Win Over UCF

Texas Tech achieved its tenth victory of the season yesterday with an impressive performance. The highlight of the game was a touchdown run by linebacker Jacob Rodriguez, who took a snap at quarterback.

College Football News / Texas Tech Red Raiders on SI / November 16

Will Positional Value Hurt Jacob Rodriguez's Heisman Chances? History Says Yes

Texas Tech linebacker Jacob Rodriguez added more highlights to his Heisman campaign in the Red Raiders dominant 48-9 win over UCF on Saturday, Nov. 15.

College Football News / NCAA Football on ClutchPoints / November 15

Texas Tech’s Jacob Rodriguez adds to Heisman campaign with 4th interception

When it comes to defensive players at the college football level, few are as exciting as Jacob Rodriguez, the do-it-all linebacker from Texas Tech who has forced his way into the Heisman conversation through his once-in-a-lifetime season in Lubbock.

College Football News / Yardbarker / November 16

CFB Week 12 winners, losers: Oklahoma, Georgia appear formidable after statement Top 25 wins

Another week of the college football regular season is in the books, and with it, another round of our winners and losers. Here is the best and worst from Week 12.

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Texas Tech Red Raiders News / Heartland College Sports / November 13

Red Raiders’ Jacob Rodriguez Lands No. 5 Spot in Latest PFF Heisman List

No. 6 Texas Tech has been one of the top teams in college football this season, thanks in large part to the defensive impact of linebacker Jacob Rodriguez.

College Football News / Field Level Media / November 12

LB Jacob Rodriguez leading No. 6 Texas Tech's rise as Red Raiders ready for UCF

Texas Tech is on the verge of its first 10-win season in 17 years and is chasing a high seed in the College Football Playoff as it prepares for Saturday's Big 12 game against UCF in Lubbock.

College Football News / Last Word On Sports / November 12

Jacob Rodriguez 2026 NFL Draft Early Scouting Report

Texas Tech has one of the best defenses in college football, allowing just 12.6 points per game. One of the biggest reasons for Texas Tech’s success on defense is senior linebacker Jacob Rodriguez, who leads the team in tackles and forced fumbles as a leader of the 9-1 Red Raiders.