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Four Texas Tech players named to ESPN's preseason All-America team - Red Raiders Wire
Four Texas Tech Red Raiders, including two first-team selections, were named to ESPN's preseason All-America teams for the 2026 college football season.
Adding to that early recognition, running back J'Koby Williams and defensive tackle A.J. Holmes Jr. Were both selected for the second team. Williams specifically earned an all-purpose nod. This showcases his versatility for the Red Raiders. Such national attention highlights the depth of talent emerging from the Texas Tech roster ahead of the 2026 campaign.
These four players are widely expected to be key figures for the Red Raiders as they prepare to take the field and aim to repeat as Big 12 champions. Their individual accolades suggest a team primed for a strong showing. This will certainly boost spirits for fans from the Depot District to Tech Terrace. For folks across Lubbock, this kind of national preseason nod places a high bar for the team's performance, generating buzz for the upcoming year. Having two players on ESPN's preseason first team positions Texas Tech among a select few programs earning such significant national attention before the season even begins.
Common questions
Which Texas Tech players made ESPN's preseason All-America first team?
- Tight end Terrence Carter Jr. and cornerback Brice Pollock both secured coveted spots on the prestigious first team for the 2026 college football season. Their selections bring national attention to the Texas Tech program on University Avenue and help set high expectations before the season officially kicks off.
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