# Texas Tech college football season progression

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/texas-tech-college-football-season-progression
> Updated: 2026-09-08T19:37:04.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2.

The Texas Tech Red Raiders entered the preseason ranked No. 12 in the Associated Press college football poll, following a season in which they won the Big 12 title. The program faced roster changes due to the departure of starting quarterback Brendan Sorsby following sports gambling controversy, leading to Will Hammond taking over the position.

After a 33-10 season-opening victory over Abilene Christian, the team rose to a No. 13 national ranking. Texas Tech remains the highest-ranked team in the Big 12 as they prepare to face Oregon State.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-08: Texas Tech prepares to face Oregon State following No. 13 national ranking

No. 13 Texas Tech prepares to face Oregon State this Saturday at Reser Stadium following a strong season opener. The game will be televised on CBS.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/texas-tech-prepares-to-face-oregon-state-following-no-13-national-ranking

### 2026-08-17: Texas Tech ranked No. 12 in preseason AP college football poll

Texas Tech is ranked No. 12 in the preseason AP poll following a Big 12 championship season, despite recent quarterback turnover due to gambling-related controversy.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/texas-tech-ranked-no-12-in-preseason-ap-college-football-poll

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