Texas Tech Unveils Preseason Depth Chart Ahead of New Era
The Red Raiders' coaching staff has released a detailed depth chart, highlighting emerging talent and strategic shifts for the upcoming season.
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The Red Raiders' coaching staff has released a detailed depth chart, highlighting emerging talent and strategic shifts for the upcoming season.

A six‑part series produced by Micah Brown and Skydance Sports will debut before the 2026 college football season, offering an inside look at the Red Raiders’ preparation, a coaching transition and a high‑profile eligibility battle.

A forthcoming four‑episode docuseries on Paramount+ delves into the gambling scandal that engulfed former Texas Tech player Brendan Sorsby, featuring insights from industry veteran Greg Groggel.

BYU head coach Kalani Sitake reflects on a flight conversation with a grandmother, his commitment to staying at his alma mater, and the family‑centric values that shape the Cougars' rise.

Paramount+ announces a behind‑the‑scenes docuseries on Texas Tech football, produced by Skydance Sports and Second Wind Creative, set to premiere ahead of the 2026 season

The streaming platform greenlights a behind‑the‑scenes look at Texas Tech’s preparation for a pivotal campaign after a high‑profile betting scandal.

Paramount+ has greenlit a docuseries that will give fans an inside look at Texas Tech's transformative offseason, from its first Big 12 championship to the high‑profile gambling scandal involving former quarterback Brendan Sorsby.
A four‑part documentary will stream on Paramount+ this summer, offering an inside look at Texas Tech’s football program after its Orange Bowl appearance.

The upcoming docuseries chronicles Texas Tech’s offseason under Head Coach Joey McGuire, blending behind‑the‑scenes footage with insights from university leaders and production partners.

A lengthy investigation found that Sorsby wagered over $90,000, including on his own team, prompting the CFL to bar him for the 2026 season and the NFL to decline a supplemental draft.
Drafted 18th overall by the Charlotte Hornets, Christian Anderson arrives with a college résumé that blends record‑setting assists, elite three‑point shooting and a reputation for crafty playmaking.

The Atlanta Hawks selected point guard Kingston Flemings with the eighth overall pick, capping a breakthrough freshman season that saw him set records, earn All‑America honors and capture national player of the week awards.
Brendan Sorsby, a highly rated high school quarterback from Texas, saw his NFL supplemental draft prospects evaporate after the league and NCAA flagged serious conduct and gambling violations.

Texas Tech navigates a new quarterback era, Tunisia seeks fresh leadership after a World Cup disappointment, and a New Orleans restaurant celebrates a James Beard honor.

Texas Tech enters the 2026 season as the clear favorite to win the Big 12, buoyed by a top‑three SP+ defense, a returning offensive line anchor, and a sophomore quarterback expected to be fully healthy by fall camp.

Recent discussions among college football's top conferences explored expanding the playoff, while a quarterback's betting scandal added a layer of complexity to the sport's off‑field landscape.

A series of legal challenges surrounding Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby culminated in his withdrawal from college football and entry into the NFL Supplemental Draft, straining relations with the Big 12 Conference and raising financial and legal concerns.

The NFL's supplemental draft operates on a bidding system for future picks, and former Texas Tech signal-caller Brendan Sorsby is now eligible for the 2026 edition. While the New York Jets and Cleveland Browns are unlikely to pursue him, the Miami Dolphins, Minnesota Vikings and Tampa Bay Buccaneers each see a potential fit for a quarterback room in flux.

Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian’s offseason critiques of the NCAA and Texas Tech’s schedule have sparked legal and competitive debates, especially after a Lubbock court granted quarterback Brendan Sorsby a temporary injunction and Sarkisian joked about Patrick Mahomes returning to the program.

In recent interviews, Colorado head coach Deion Sanders denounced betting on college games, advocated for structural changes such as a salary cap and expanded playoff, and opened up about his cancer treatment and a renewed lifestyle that includes a beachfront property in St. Croix.

The Bruins lose several key players but welcome fresh talent like Xavier Booker, Trent Perry, Jaylen Petty and Joe Philon, each poised to shape the team's fortunes.
Four-star safety Kaston Lewis announced his commitment to Texas Tech on June 13, bringing a potent mix of playmaking ability and top-tier rankings to Lubbock. His pledge adds to a growing class that already includes offensive tackle Dontae Perkins.

In a dramatic Class 3A semifinal, Mahtomedi overcame an early deficit with a nine‑run third inning, driven by strong relief pitching from Alex Kurpis and timely hitting from Frank Schwieters and Connor Finn.

Texas Tech's recent Big 12 title and College Football Playoff appearance are overshadowed by its support for Brendan Sorsby, a player who admitted to betting on college games, prompting a shift from ambition to controversy.