Texas Tech Falls to Arizona State, Shaking Up Big 12 Title Race
An upset loss for Texas Tech against Arizona State complicates the landscape for the Big 12 title race, putting multiple teams in contention.
The Big 12’s Competitive Landscape
The Big 12 has established itself as perhaps the most unpredictable power conference in the nation. Following Texas Tech’s recent upset by Arizona State, the race for the conference title has become even more tangled.
Key Highlights:
- Texas Tech, previously seen as a potential national title contender, stumbled in Tempe, losing by a tight score of 26-22.
- Playing without starting quarterback Behren Morton, Texas Tech was expected to leverage its depth acquired through the transfer portal.
- Meanwhile, the Sun Devils pulled off the unexpected victory, largely due to the performances of Sam Leavitt and Jordyn Tyson.
Despite this setback, Texas Tech remains in contention for the College Football Playoff.
Implications for the Big 12
The loss reshapes the title race, meaning several other teams now sit in a competitive position for a chance at the Big 12 Championship. Currently, BYU and Cincinnati are the only teams without any losses in the conference as of their last matchups.
Key takeaway: Every team, including Kansas, Iowa State, and Baylor, now looks capable of competing fiercely within the conference.
As the season progresses, the dynamics of the Big 12 title race will be closely watched.
