Texas Tech football faces scheduling challenges after USC talks fall through
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 9:07 AM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
Texas Tech football's plans for a non-conference matchup with USC in 2027 and 2028 have fallen through, as confirmed by athletics officials from both schools. Texas Tech was seeking new opportunities after recent cancellations from other programs due to scheduling conflicts. The Red Raiders are now left with limited options for their non-conference schedule and may need to request an exemption from the Big 12 to meet scheduling requirements. Texas Tech's athletics director and deputy director indicated they are actively exploring creative solutions to fill the gaps in their schedule.
- •Texas Tech and USC planned games in Houston and Las Vegas for 2027 and 2028.
- •Recent cancellations from NC State and Mississippi State left Tech with few options.
- •Texas Tech may seek an exemption from the Big 12's scheduling mandates.
- •Athletics officials emphasize the importance of creative scheduling solutions.
- •Tech's coach is open to any matchup as they search for opponents.
- 9:07 AMYahoo Sports — After USC-Texas Tech football talks fizzle, here's Tech's thinking
"Texas Tech football has few power-conference options for its 2027 non-conference schedule, possibly forcing a Big 12 exemption to play a Group of Six.
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