The Flatland Sports Podcast

What does it take to "win the bye week"? I break down what I'd focus on most if I were the coach during the off week, from self-scouting to health to game-planning for what's next. 🛒 Shop the Flatland Sports Store: https://flatland-sports-shop.fourthwall.com/ 🎵 Music Credits: Intro Track: "Old Timer" by Musicoman Free YouTube: @musicomanfree Instagram: /musicomanfree Website: http://www.musicoma...

It's a Mailbag episode! We're talking Mack Leftwich, whether Texas Tech could realistically land in the SEC or Big Ten, and why Battered Raider Syndrome is still in full effect despite being 5-0. Plus, an update on Cam Dickey. 🛒 Shop the Flatland Sports Store: https://flatland-sports-shop.fourthwall.com/ 🎵 Music Credits: Intro Track: "Old Timer" by Musicoman Free YouTube: @musicomanfree Instagra...

We're recapping Texas Tech's win over Colorado, handing out grades for every position group, and asking the big question: do we need to talk about Mack Leftwich? Plus, it's time for the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly! 🛒 Shop the Flatland Sports Store: https://flatland-sports-shop.fourthwall.com/ 🎵 Music Credits: Intro Track: "Old Timer" by Musicoman Free YouTube: @musicomanfree Instagram: /musicoma...

It's a Mailbag episode! We're breaking down the potential 24-team College Football Playoff being discussed by the CFP committee, plus the Protect College Sports Act that just passed in the Senate. We're also answering your listener questions! 🛒 Shop the Flatland Sports Store: https://flatland-sports-shop.fourthwall.com/ 🎵 Music Credits: Intro Track: "Old Timer" by Musicoman Free YouTube: @musico...

This week we're previewing the Sam Houston Bearkats and breaking down our picks for every Big 12 game this week! 🛒 Shop the Flatland Sports Store: https://flatland-sports-shop.fourthwall.com/ 🎵 Music Credits: Intro Track: "Old Timer" by Musicoman Free YouTube: @musicomanfree Instagram: /musicomanfree Website: http://www.musicomanfree.com Facebook: /musicoman-free-1120120... #nocopyrightmusic #co...

It's a Mailbag episode! We're answering your listener questions, breaking down what Texas Tech's potential College Football Playoff landing spot could look like, and going team-by-team through the Big 12 to share what drives us crazy about each one. 🛒 Shop the Flatland Sports Store: https://flatland-sports-shop.fourthwall.com/ 🎵 Music Credits: Intro Track: "Old Timer" by Musicoman Free YouTube:...

The Red Raiders are 3–0! 🔴🏈 No. 13 Texas Tech opened Big 12 play with a wild one at Galaxy Stadium, holding off No. 22 Houston 28–26 in a game that came down to the final play. Houston jumped out to a 10–0 lead, but the Red Raiders battled back behind Will Hammond, J'Koby Williams, Cameron Dickey and a defense that made the biggest play of the night when it mattered most. Conner Weigman and the...

The Big 12 opener is here! On this episode of the Flatland Sports Podcast, we're breaking down Texas Tech vs. Houston and everything surrounding Friday night's matchup in Lubbock. I'll preview the Cougars, break down the biggest storylines, discuss what I'm watching for, and talk about what Texas Tech needs to do to come away with the win. Then it's time for the Flatland Sports Mailbag! 📬 🔥 In t...

The Red Raiders went into Corvallis and came out with a hard-fought win over Oregon State! 🌧️🏈 It wasn't always pretty, but Texas Tech found a way to get the job done in a wet night in Oregon. On this episode of the Flatland Sports Podcast, I recap the win over the Beavers and explain why NO, THE SKY IS NOT FALLING! ☀️ Then it's time for The Good, The Bad & The Ugly — breaking down what Texas...

The Red Raiders are headed for a matchup with Oregon State! On this episode of the Flatland Sports Podcast, I break down what Texas Tech needs to do to come away with another win and give you my keys to the game. Then it's time to make my Big 12 Week 2 picks! 🏈 🔥 In this episode: Texas Tech vs. Oregon State preview Players to watch Keys to a Texas Tech victory My final score prediction Big 12 We...

It's a mailbag episode! Listeners send in the questions and we tackle them: why Texas Tech can't finish drives in the red zone, whether the ads plastered across the field at Galaxy Stadium have gone too far, and what exactly Oregonians are grilling up at tailgates. Grab a plate and settle in. 🏴‍☠️ Shop Flatland Sports: https://flatland-sports-shop.fourthwall.com/ 🎵 MUSIC CREDITS Title: Old Timer...

Texas Tech is back in action against Abilene Christian! 🏈 On today’s episode, I preview the matchup and talk about what I want to see from the Red Raiders heading into the game. Can the defense pick up where it left off? Can Will Hammond continue making plays? And can Texas Tech take care of business against ACU? I break down the matchup, the players I’m watching, and what I’m expecting on the la...

I go through every team in the conference and break down their best-case and worst-case scenarios heading into the season — from Texas Tech and the Big 12 contenders to the teams fighting to avoid the bottom of the conference. Who could make a run at the Big 12 title? Who could surprise us? And who could completely fall apart? I break it all down on the latest Flatland Sports Podcast. 🏴‍☠️ Shop F...

Today I’m joined by Red Raider great Ty Ardoin! Ty talks about his time at Texas Tech, his football career, and the journey that led him to create The Focused Group Fitness, a nonprofit focused on helping kids in underserved areas of Texas through fitness and community. If you’re interested in supporting The Focused Group Fitness or getting involved: 📞 832-966-2453 📧 Thefocusedgroupinfo@gmail.co...

The first-ever Flatland Sports Mailbag is here! I answer your questions about Texas Tech football, including the vibes around the program, whether Behren Hammond is the quarterback Tech needs, Arkansas, the Big 12, and more. The Mailbag will become a weekly series, so send me your questions for future episodes. 🏴‍☠️ Shop Flatland Sports: Flatland Sports Store⁠ X: @Flatland_Sports TikTok: @Flatlan...

LSU is bringing former NFL players back to college football, and the SEC has now created a rule addressing it. But why was the media reaction so different when Texas Tech and Brendan Sorsby were at the center of a similar debate over exploiting a flawed system? I break down the LSU situation, the SEC's new policy, the media double standard, and why the penalty matters more than the rule. Also, I a...

The Flatland Sports Podcast is BACK! After what was supposedly an uneventful summer, Chris Johnston breaks down one of the wildest offseasons in recent Texas Tech history. We start with the Brendan Sorsby saga, including the gambling investigation, his legal battle with the NCAA, the fallout at Texas Tech and the bigger questions surrounding gambling, NIL and college athletics. Then we get into St...

Texas Tech could be headed for a showdown with the Big 12. Today’s Flatland Sports Minute: 🏈 Brendan Sorsby fallout ⚖️ Big 12 discussing possible fines 🏛️ Protect College Sports Act update 🔴⚫ Tech recruiting stays hot with Zayden Smith commitment 🛍️ Flatland Sports Store: https://flatland-sports-shop.fourthwall.com/ #TexasTech #Big12 #WreckEm

🚨 BREAKING NEWS 🚨 Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby has officially been granted a temporary injunction against the NCAA and will be eligible to play during the 2026 season. In this Flatland Sports Summer Edition, we break down the latest details surrounding the ruling, what the injunction means moving forward, and the immediate impact on Texas Tech football. #TexasTech​ #WreckEm​ #BrendanSor...

Momentum continues building toward another College Football Playoff expansion. According to CBS Sports, the ACC is now publicly supporting movement toward a 24-team playoff model — adding even more fuel to the growing expansion conversation around college football. We break down: 🏈 Why the 12-team playoff may only be the beginning 📺 The television and money side driving expansion 👀 The growing...

The White House has unveiled a sweeping college sports reform proposal that could completely reshape the future of college athletics. The proposal includes: 🏈 Coach salary caps 📺 Pooled media rights 📋 Transfer portal reform ⚖️ A new governing body to replace NCAA authority We break down what it all means — and why this may be the biggest shift in college sports history. Plus: 🥎 Texas Tech soft...

The NCAA Tournament is officially expanding from 68 teams to 76, marking a major shift in the structure of both the men’s and women’s postseason fields. We break down what this means for March Madness, the bubble, and the future of college basketball. Plus: 🥎 Texas Tech softball opens Big 12 Tournament with a 7-0 shutout over Baylor ⚾ Texas Tech baseball takes Game 1 over BYU 2-1 College sports...

The College Football Playoff expansion conversation is gaining serious momentum, with reports indicating coaches are now supporting a move toward a 24-team format. Discussions are already happening at the conference level, signaling that expansion beyond 12 teams may be closer than expected. On the field, Texas Tech baseball takes down DBU 9-7 behind another strong offensive performance, while sof...

Texas Tech baseball opens a four-game homestand against Dallas Baptist tonight at 6:30 PM looking to bounce back after a tough weekend against Baylor; big update on quarterback Brendan Sorsby’s potential eligibility lawsuit against the NCAA over gambling allegations. 🛡️ Episode Sponsor: Midwest Helmets Looking for a high-quality, custom football helmet? Midwest Helmets has you covered. Flatland Sp...

Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby, currently under NCAA investigation related to gambling activity, has retained noted attorney Jeffrey Kessler in an effort to regain eligibility. If that effort is unsuccessful, Sorsby could turn to the NFL supplemental draft, with a decision deadline of June 30. On the field, Texas Tech softball closes the regular season with a series win over Baylor, highlighted by a...