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Texas Tech Ranked 12th Enters 2026 Strong | Texas Tech Red Raiders Football News
Texas Tech rockets into the 2026 season ranked No. 12 in both polls—only behind their historic No. 8 spot in 1977—showing sustained elite status under Coach Joey McGuire. Last year’s dominant run, capped by a Big 12 title and College Football Playoff berth, included a school-record 12 wins—all by at least 20 points. Eleven key starters return, led by All-Big 12 defensive standout A.J. Holmes Jr., setting up a powerhouse squad poised to challenge for another top finish. Nationally, Ohio State leads, followed by Oregon, Georgia, Notre Dame, and Texas, while Texas Tech tops the Big 12 with BYU…
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