UH faces tough Texas Tech defense in Big 12 opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 10:30 PM
Last updated Sep 14, 2026
The No. 23 University of Houston Cougars face the No. 13 Texas Tech Red Raiders Friday in Lubbock for the Big 12 opener. Texas Tech, after significant talent losses to the NFL, returns key players like A.J. Holmes and Ben Roberts. The Red Raiders started the season with wins over Abilene Christian and Oregon State, but their defense ranks near the bottom in FBS total defense. Meanwhile, UH aims to improve from last year's 35-11 loss, focusing on solidifying its offensive line and minimizing mistakes. The game kicks off at 7 p.m. at Galaxy Stadium.
- •Texas Tech has added impact transfers to their defense.
- •Houston's offensive line has been revamped for better protection.
- •Texas Tech ranks 13th nationally in run defense, allowing 65 yards per game.
- •UH's defense has statistically performed better than Texas Tech's early this season.
- 10:30 PMYahoo Sports — UH faces another deep, reloaded Texas Tech defense in a crucial Big 12 opener
"The Red Raiders lost six defensive players to the NFL, but their depth could make Friday's matchup another major challenge for the Cougars.
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