Texas Tech football didn’t even step on the field in Week 6, but they sure as heck held onto their spot in the national polls. Seriously, the Red Raiders maintained their No. 9 slot in the US LBM Coaches poll without playing a single down. It’s wild to see them stay so locked in, even during a bye week.
Unbeaten and Unmoved in the Top 10
That No. 9 ranking isn’t some fluke either. Texas Tech is sitting pretty with a 5-0 overall record, including a perfect 2-0 in conference play. They are absolutely owning it right now. The Red Raiders are sandwiched in the top 10 between No. 8 BYU and No. 10 Ole Miss, which just shows you the kind of company they’re keeping. Other teams like Utah are at 11th, Houston at 18th, and Oklahoma State at 20th, so the landscape around them is definitely shifting, but Tech is holding firm.
What’s Next for the Red Raiders
While Texas Tech was resting, other teams were battling it out. BYU, sitting right above them, is gearing up for a huge matchup against No. 2 Notre Dame. And Houston is hosting Oklahoma State, another game that could shake up the rankings. For the Red Raiders, though, it’s back to business. They return to action this Saturday when they’ll face off against Arizona State. Kickoff is set for 2:30 p.m. inside Galaxy Stadium. This game is huge for Tech to prove they deserve that No. 9 spot and keep their undefeated run going.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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