Brice Pollock sets high expectations for Texas Tech football in 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 9:02 AM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
Texas Tech cornerback Brice Pollock has outlined personal and team goals for the upcoming season during the Big 12 Media Days on August 3, 2026. Pollock aims to be a semifinalist for the Jim Thorpe Award and earn All-American honors, as well as be selected in the first or second round of the NFL Draft. After a strong performance in his first season with the Red Raiders, where he recorded five interceptions, he plans to improve on takeaways and consistency. Pollock decided to return to Texas Tech instead of entering the NFL Draft, citing inconsistent feedback regarding his projected draft position.
- •Pollock led Texas Tech with five interceptions last season.
- •He seeks to improve on forced fumbles and penalty issues.
- •Pollock ranked as the No. 1 cornerback in EA Sports College Football 27.
- •He received draft feedback suggesting a range from third to sixth round.
- 9:02 AMYahoo Sports — EXCLUSIVE: Texas Tech football's Brice Pollock sets high expectations for 2026
"Brice Pollock has high expectations for himself in 2026, a big reason he returned to Texas Tech football instead of heading for the NFL Draft.
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