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Joey McGuire claims Texas Tech is college football's most hated team

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 7:00 PM

Last updated Aug 10, 2026

Joey McGuire claims Texas Tech is college football's most hated team

Summary

Texas Tech head coach Joey McGuire expressed pride in his program's reputation as the most hated team in college football. He voiced this sentiment ahead of the 2026 season, which begins on September 5 against the Abilene Christian Wildcats. The Red Raiders concluded a successful 2025 season with a 12-2 record and a Big 12 title but faced criticism for their strategies, including high NIL spending. The team will feature a new starting quarterback, Will Hammond, following last year's performance by Behren Morton.

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By the Numbers

•Texas Tech finished the 2025 season with a 12-2 record.
•The Red Raiders won the Big 12 title before losing in the CFP quarterfinals.
•McGuire likes the team's villain status among fans.
•Texas Tech opens the 2026 season on September 5 against Abilene Christian.
•Will Hammond steps into the starting quarterback role for 2026.

Latest Updates

5:02 PMYahoo Sports — Joey McGuire ‘loves’ Texas Tech being the most ‘hated team’ in college football
7:00 PMYahoo Sports — Joey McGuire feels Texas Tech is the most ‘hated’ team in college football

What they're saying

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Texas Tech coach Joey McGuire declared the Red Raiders the most hated team in college football and said he absolutely loves the villain role.
— Yahoo Sports