REACTION: Texas Tech CRUSHES BYU w/Elite Defense, Cougars Likely ROBBED of Playoff Spot by Committee

Dec 6, 2025

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BYU should make the College Football Playoff after going 11-1 in the Big 12 this year. The Committee isn't likely to reward that after Texas Tech dominated them.

On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin discusses Texas Tech's outlook in the Playoff. The Red Raiders look like a complete team that can win it all.

Tulane punched its ticket to the College Football Playoff after winning the American Championship against North Texas. Meanwhile, Boise State still owns the Mountain West.

04:26 BYU's Strategy and Struggles

07:24 BYU Deserves Playoff Consideration

15:19 Texas Tech’s Defensive Dominance

17:35 Texas Tech's Resilient Season

23:08 Tulane's Playoff Case Debate

28:49 Boise State's Missed Opportunity

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