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LSU is on the verge of a massive recruiting coup, targeting five-star defensive tackle Jalen Brewster—formerly committed to Texas Tech. With Lane Kiffin leading the charge, LSU’s aggressive NIL offers and strong brand are creating internal division in Brewster’s camp, giving the Tigers a crucial edge. Texas Tech, also relying on NIL to land top talent, now faces an uphill battle as the December si...

Texas Tech is dominating the 2027 recruiting class, sitting at No. 9 nationally and the only Big 12 team in the top 30 — with most top recruits in the conference headed to Lubbock. They’ve locked down elite talent including No. 1 overall prospect Jalen Brewster, who remains committed despite LSU’s efforts, plus five-star edge rusher Anthony Sweeney, who praised the unique vibe in Lubbock. They’ve...

Texas Tech’s handling of Brendan Sorsby’s gambling-related ineligibility fallout has sparked major conference backlash, igniting a firestorm over NCAA compliance, institutional accountability, and the growing pressure on schools to align with state legislative demands. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This...

Texas Tech’s leadership, from head coach Joey McGuire to the athletic director and boosters, stood firmly behind quarterback Brendan Sorsby amid his NCAA and legal battles over gambling allegations — even as the school clashed with the Big 12 and NCAA. Former Notre Dame star Brady Quinn noted that while coaches like McGuire may publicly defend players, they often have little control over complex d...

Big 12 commissioner Brett Yormark delivered a bold, forward-looking address this week, defending the conference’s 16-team future despite Texas Tech’s legal hurdles and fan skepticism. He unveiled a $20M annual Monster Energy deal, with each school earning $1M, and championed the bipartisan Protect College Sports Act to bring structure to NIL and player eligibility. With the College Football Playof...

Texas Tech’s quarterback race is heating up, and Will Hammond is emerging as the frontrunner to start against Abilene Christian. After stepping in heroically last season when the starter went down—throwing for 100+ yards and two TDs—Hammond’s comeback is on track despite tearing his ACL in October. Head Coach Joey McGuire confirmed at Big 12 Media Days that Hammond is rehabbing well and poised to...

Texas Tech’s QB battle is over — Will Hammond is poised to start Week 1 against ACU. After tearing his ACL last season, the redshirt sophomore battled back, earning coach Joey McGuire’s confidence with a standout performance in the Utah game. The team’s belief in him is electric, and with spring practices behind him, Hammond’s return to the field feels real — and the Red Raiders are ready to roll....

Texas Tech allegedly reached out to quarterback Tayven Sorsby while he was still playing for Cincinnati, sparking a potential tampering scandal as the season neared its end. Satterfield confirmed the contact, saying Cincinnati couldn’t match any offer, while Sorsby’s agent claims no other teams reached out — creating a conflicting narrative. With no official statements from either school, the situ...

Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby is at the center of a brewing NCAA scandal tied to a bizarre “sorbet” rumor—but it’s really about rampant recruiting tampering fueled by NIL deals. Coaches are reportedly scrambling to poach talent before seasons end, even as schools claim ignorance. One coach admits they were already eyeing backups because they couldn’t compete financially with offers already on the t...

When Texas Tech’s Joey McGuire hit rock bottom this summer—navigating a QB crisis involving gambling, addiction, and a lawsuit—his fellow coaches stepped in with unwavering support. Oklahoma State’s Eric Morris, a Lubbock native with deep ties to Texas Tech, was the first to call, offering a reassuring voice when a court ruling briefly cleared the QB to play. Morris didn’t just text—he dialed dire...

Texas Tech and the Big 12 met at a Fort Worth steakhouse to mend fences after the Brendan Sorsby gambling scandal, with coach Joey McGuire saying healing will take time. The NCAA is now investigating Cincinnati’s role, though the school insists no staff knew of any wrongdoing. Texas Tech, spending nearly $40 million on its roster, is pushing other Big 12 schools to invest more—while a Netflix seri...