Paramount+ is set to premiere a four‑episode docuseries that will air before the 2026 college football season, pulling back the curtain on the Texas Tech Red Raiders and their head coach Joey Maguire as they gear up for a pivotal campaign. The series is being produced by Skydance Sports in partnership with Second Wind Creative, marking a collaboration that has been in development since January.
A season under the microscope
The Red Raiders entered the 2025 season riding a historic Big 12 Championship victory, a triumph that lifted the program to a national Top 10 ranking. Their momentum was abruptly halted when they fell 23‑0 to Oregon in the Orange Bowl on New Year’s Day, a loss that underscored the fine line between triumph and setback.
Central to the narrative is quarterback Brendan Sorsby, whose NCAA career was derailed by a gambling addiction that led to tens of thousands of dollars in wagers and ultimately an eligibility ruling that removed him from the roster. The scandal adds a personal dimension to the team’s preparation, illustrating how off‑field challenges can reverberate on the field.
Skydance Sports’ SVP Unscripted Greg Groggel said the series aims to capture the raw emotions and strategic decisions that define the Red Raiders’ journey, while Jane Wiseman, Head of Originals at Paramount+, highlighted the project’s focus on authenticity and the unique access granted to the production team.
With the docuseries slated for release ahead of the 2026 season, viewers can expect an intimate portrait that blends on‑field action with behind‑the‑scenes revelations, offering a comprehensive look at a program poised for redemption.