New York, December 01, 2025
Texas Tech football has secured a historic milestone by entering the top five of the national AP Poll for the first time, setting the stage for the upcoming Big 12 Championship Game against BYU on December 6 at AT&T Stadium. This advancement reflects the Red Raiders’ dominant 2025 season and positions them in strong contention for a College Football Playoff berth.
Texas Tech’s 11-1 regular season, including an 8-1 conference record, culminated in their first-ever Big 12 regular-season championship. The team’s only loss came on October 18 against Arizona State. Entering the Big 12 title game, Texas Tech holds the No. 5 spot in the AP Poll and has maintained the No. 1 position in Big 12 power rankings consecutively for ten weeks.
The championship matchup will pit Texas Tech against BYU, which boasts an 11-1 overall record and also an 8-1 record in Big 12 play. This contest is a rematch of their earlier season meeting, where Texas Tech decisively defeated BYU 29-7. The winner of this decisive game is projected to earn a spot in the College Football Playoff.
Key contributors to Texas Tech’s success include quarterback Behren Morton, who threw for 310 yards in their last regular-season outing, showcasing a potent offensive attack. Defensively, linebacker Jacob Rodriguez is recognized as a leading candidate for national honors, reinforcing the team’s historically robust defense.
Nationally, Texas Tech’s ascent is significant. Alongside their Big 12 championship claim, their performance challenges the traditional perceptions of the conference’s competitiveness. The rising program’s success can be attributed to consistent execution and effective leadership, marking a turning point for the Red Raiders and the Big 12 as a whole.
As December unfolds, Texas Tech’s performance in the upcoming Big 12 Championship Game will determine their postseason trajectory, potentially securing a College Football Playoff berth and solidifying their status among the nation’s elite programs. The outcome of this game will be closely watched by stakeholders across college football and beyond.