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Red Raiders Daily Blitz: No. 12 Ranking as Texas Tech Faces Bigger Test - Yahoo Sports
Texas Tech football begins the 2026 season ranked No.
The team also secured a Big 12 championship and made a College Football Playoff appearance in 2025. This No. 12 position, as discussed on The Red Raiders Daily Blitz on FanStreamSports.com, represents more than just preseason hype for the university here in Lubbock.
For regular fans across the 806, this means Texas Tech has officially become the team all other Big 12 opponents are now chasing. The high ranking gives the Red Raiders increased national respect and positions them as a formidable presence in college football. This is only the second-highest preseason position in program history, showing how far the team has come.
Only the 1977 Red Raiders, who opened their season at No. 8, started a season with more national respect.
Common questions
What is Texas Tech's national ranking for the 2026 football season?
- Texas Tech football begins the 2026 season ranked No. 12 in both the AP Top 25 and U.S. LBM Coaches Poll. This marks a significant national spotlight for the Red Raiders program in Lubbock.
Why is Texas Tech football ranked No. 12 nationally?
- The high preseason ranking follows a breakthrough 2025 season under Joey McGuire. The Red Raiders achieved a school-record 12 wins, secured a Big 12 championship, and made a College Football Playoff appearance.
What does this No. 12 ranking mean for the Red Raiders in the Big 12?
- For fans across the 806, this means Texas Tech has officially become the team all other Big 12 opponents are now chasing. The high ranking gives them increased national respect and positions them as a formidable contender.
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