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Texas Tech Blasts BYU 34–7 to Win First Big 12 Title, Eyes Top-Four CFP Seed

The victory likely secures a first-round CFP bye, intensifying calls for the Red Raiders to validate the Big 12 on the postseason stage.

Overview

  • A dominant defense forced four BYU turnovers, including two interceptions by linebacker Ben Roberts.
  • Quarterback Behren Morton finished with 215 yards, two touchdowns and zero interceptions.
  • Texas Tech captured its first Big 12 title and its first outright conference championship since 1955.
  • Patrick Mahomes celebrated the win on X, urging focus with a 'Job not done' message ahead of the CFP.
  • Coverage highlighted heavy roster investment and transfer success as catalysts for Tech’s rise, with analysts saying postseason results could shape the Big 12’s national standing.