Texas Tech no longer controls its destiny after disastrous Cincinnati loss
Texas Tech's undefeated season came to an end following a 37-24 loss to Cincinnati, significantly impacting their standing in the Big 12 and College Football Playoff race. The Red Raiders struggled defensively against Cincinnati's rushing attack and now face a difficult path to regain control of their championship aspirations.
Why it matters
The loss creates a major shift in the college football landscape, as Texas Tech was previously a top-ranked contender for the national playoffs.
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The late-game chants told the story even better than the scoreboard.
“Overrated! Overrated!” echoed throughout Nippert Stadium.
Strike another undefeated team from college football ’s dwindling list.
And now Texas Tech needs help, both to defend its Big 12 championship and return to the College Football Playoff.
The Red Raiders entered Saturday undefeated and ranked No. 5 in the US LBM Coaches Poll . They left Cincinnati with their season suddenly looking much different after Scott Satterfield’s Bearcats handed them a 37-24 loss , Cincinnati’s first home victory over a top-10 opponent since 2006.
For Texas Tech, the damage goes beyond one loss.
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