No. 13 Texas Tech coming off loss in same spot as 2025 when it won 1st Big 12 title and made CFP

Texas Tech, currently sitting at the same juncture in their season as they did last year when they clinched their first Big 12 title and secured a spot in the College Football Playoff, is facing a challenging match against No. 22 Arizona. Texas Tech, ranked No. 13, enters the game having lost their previous game to Cincinnati, suffering a 37-24 defeat.

The Red Raiders start the season 6-1, 3-1 in the Big 12, while Arizona matches that record. Texas Tech's coach, Joey McGuire, draws a direct comparison between this season and the one that led to their championship, emphasizing the need for the team's unity and resilience. The Wildcats, on the other hand, are riding a five-game winning streak, with their quarterback Noah Fifita providing steady performance.

Meanwhile, Texas Tech's quarterback situation remains inconsistent, with their new starter, Will Hammond, facing challenges and ups and downs throughout the season. The outcome of this game could significantly influence the Big 12 championship game on December 4, as both teams are locked in a tight race for the conference's undefeated status.