Texas Tech hosts Abilene Christian at Galaxy Stadium on Saturday
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Texas Tech opens its 2026 college football season on Saturday against Abilene Christian at Galaxy Stadium in Lubbock. The game is scheduled to kick off at 6 p.m. and will be broadcast nationally on FS1, with streaming options available via Fubo. This matchup marks the return of the two programs to the field following a 2024 contest that required overtime for Texas Tech to secure a victory. The Red Raiders enter the season as the 12th-ranked team, beginning a campaign that features subsequent games against Oregon State and Houston. Staff members continue to monitor the roster for injury updates and team news throughout the week leading up to the Saturday evening kickoff. Further information regarding coaching insights, player availability, and analytical projections for the Week 1 clash is expected to be released as game day approaches.
- •Texas Tech hosts Abilene Christian at Galaxy Stadium on September 5 at 6 p.m.
- •The game will be broadcast nationally on FS1 and available for streaming on Fubo.
- •The two teams previously met in 2024 when Texas Tech won in overtime.
- •Texas Tech enters the 2026 season ranked 12th in the nation.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 31, 2026, 9:09 AMWhen does Texas Tech play Abilene Christian? Time, TV schedule to watch Week 1 game
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Everything you need to know for Texas Tech vs. Abilene Christian, including kickoff time, TV channel, injury updates, the latest news, predictions and storylines.
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