No.13 Texas Tech Faces Kansas State in Crucial Big 12 Showdown

The No. 13 Texas Tech Red Raiders face a challenging road game against the Kansas State Wildcats at Bill Snyder Family Stadium, with kickoff at 2:30 p.m. Central. Texas Tech is bolstered by the return of quarterback Behren Morton and boasts a top-ranked run defense, but must contend with Kansas State's aggressive defense known for turnovers, having recovered a remarkable number of fumbles and interceptions this season. Historically, Kansas State has dominated this rivalry, winning eight straight home games against Texas Tech, adding psychological pressure to the Red Raiders. However, Texas Tech's team identity has transformed under head coach Joey McGuire, now emphasizing a strong defense that limits opponents to just over 12 points per game. Kansas State, after a rocky start in the season, rejuvenated their approach by reopening fall camp, which helped them improve significantly and maintain hopes for Big 12 success. This matchup is pivotal for both teams' conference standings and postseason prospects, with Texas Tech aiming to break the historic losing streak in Manhattan and Kansas State seeking to defend its home turf and bolster bowl eligibility.