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The NCAA Tournament is officially expanding from 68 teams to 76, marking a major shift in the structure of both the men’s and women’s postseason fields.We break down what this means for March Madness, the bubble, and the future of college basketball.Plus:🥎 Texas Tech softball opens Big 12 Tournament with a 7-0 shutout over Baylor⚾ Texas Tech baseball takes Game 1 over BYU 2-1College sports continue to evolve in real time.#TexasTech #CollegeBasketball #FlatlandSports

The College Football Playoff expansion conversation is gaining serious momentum, with reports indicating coaches are now supporting a move toward a 24-team format. Discussions are already happening at the conference level, signaling that expansion beyond 12 teams may be closer than expected.On the field, Texas Tech baseball takes down DBU 9-7 behind another strong offensive performance, while softball heads to Oklahoma City for the Big 12 Tournament, opening against Baylor.Watch the Flatland Sports Podcast here:https://youtu.be/vlP9cJwGj6M?si=cq-MA-gTSHrtfw4Y⁠🛡️ Presented by Midwest HelmetsCustom, high-quality football helmets designed to display your team pride.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwest_helmets?igsh=MTd0b253bjhmbmpocw==⁠Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1B5qYSBgwK/⁠🎵 Music Credit:Song: Banjo FeverComposer: Alexander NakaradaWebsite: https://creatorchords.com/⁠License: Creative Commons (BY 3.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/⁠Music powered by BreakingCopyright: https://breakingcopyright.com⁠#TexasTech #CollegeFootball #FlatlandSports

Texas Tech baseball opens a four-game homestand against Dallas Baptist tonight at 6:30 PM looking to bounce back after a tough weekend against Baylor; big update on quarterback Brendan Sorsby’s potential eligibility lawsuit against the NCAA over gambling allegations.🛡️ Episode Sponsor: Midwest HelmetsLooking for a high-quality, custom football helmet? Midwest Helmets has you covered.Flatland Sports listeners receive 10 percent off any custom helmet when you mention Flatland Sports in your order request.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwest_helmets?igsh=MTd0b253bjhmbmpocw==Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1C85JMTP4x/#TexasTech #RedRaiders #CollegeBaseball #BrendanSorsby #FlatlandSports

Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby, currently under NCAA investigation related to gambling activity, has retained noted attorney Jeffrey Kessler in an effort to regain eligibility.If that effort is unsuccessful, Sorsby could turn to the NFL supplemental draft, with a decision deadline of June 30.On the field, Texas Tech softball closes the regular season with a series win over Baylor, highlighted by a perfect game from Nijaree Canady in an 8-0 run-rule victory. The Red Raiders now turn their focus to the Big 12 Tournament.Texas Tech baseball drops the series in Waco but avoids the sweep with a Sunday win, while Tracer Lopez eclipses 230 career hits and moves into sixth all-time in program history.🛡️ Presented by Midwest HelmetsLooking for a custom football helmet? Midwest Helmets builds high-quality, one-of-a-kind designs.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwest_helmets?igsh=MTd0b253bjhmbmpocw==⁠Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1B5qYSBgwK/⁠🎵 Music Credit:Song: Banjo FeverComposer: Alexander NakaradaWebsite: https://creatorchords.com/⁠License: Creative Commons (BY 3.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/⁠Music powered by BreakingCopyright: https://breakingcopyright.com⁠#TexasTech #RedRaiders #FlatlandSports

Texas Tech softball continues its dominant run with a 5-0 win over Baylor, backed by another strong outing from Mackenzie Terry.The Red Raiders return to action tonight at 6 PM on ESPN+ before closing the regular season Saturday at 1:30 PM.We also preview Texas Tech baseball’s weekend series at Baylor, with games set for Friday (6 PM), Saturday (2 PM), and Sunday (1 PM).Plus, Texas Tech basketball had six players earn Big 12 Academic honors.🛡️ Presented by Midwest HelmetsLooking for a custom football helmet? Midwest Helmets builds high-quality, one-of-a-kind designs.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwest_helmets?igsh=MTd0b253bjhmbmpocw==⁠Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1B5qYSBgwK/⁠🎵 Music Credit:Song: Banjo FeverComposer: Alexander NakaradaWebsite: https://creatorchords.com/⁠License: Creative Commons (BY 3.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/⁠Music powered by BreakingCopyright: https://breakingcopyright.com⁠#TexasTech #RedRaiders #FlatlandSports

Brendan Sorsby remains the central storyline in Texas Tech football as new reporting details more than 10,000 wagers dating back to 2022, according to sources reviewed by Pete Nakos.We also preview Texas Tech softball’s regular season finale against Baylor, set for 6 PM on ESPN+.Plus, a major Big 12 private capital investment deal adds another layer to the evolving business side of college athletics.🛡️ Presented by Midwest HelmetsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwest_helmets?igsh=MTd0b253bjhmbmpocw==⁠Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1B5qYSBgwK/⁠🎵 Music Credit:Song: Banjo FeverComposer: Alexander NakaradaWebsite: https://creatorchords.com/⁠License: Creative Commons (BY 3.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/⁠Music powered by BreakingCopyright: https://breakingcopyright.com⁠#TexasTech #RedRaiders #WreckEm #CollegeFootball #Big12 #FlatlandSports

This week on Flatland Sports:🏈 The Brendan Sorsby situation changes everything for Texas Tech football. We break down the NCAA investigation, what it means for the quarterback room, and why Will Hammond now becomes one of the biggest names to watch.🏈 Texas Tech made noise in the NFL Draft. David Bailey goes No. 2 overall, the highest Red Raider selected in decades, as multiple former Red Raiders continue building Tech’s NFL presence.🛡️ Presented by Midwest HelmetsCustom football helmets built for real fans.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwest_helmets?igsh=MTd0b253bjhmbmpocw==⁠Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1B5qYSBgwK/⁠#TexasTech #RedRaiders #WreckEm #NFLDraft #CollegeFootball #Big12 #FlatlandSports

Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby is expected to enter a gambling addiction treatment program, according to ESPN.Sorsby transferred from Cincinnati and had earned the starting quarterback job heading into the season. The NCAA is now investigating him after reports of more than $1,000 in wagers placed while he was at Indiana — including bets on Indiana (a game he did not play in), Cincinnati Reds games, and UCF. He is now widely expected to be ruled ineligible this season.That situation immediately reshapes the Texas Tech quarterback room, with Will Hammond reportedly progressing quickly in his recovery from last fall’s ACL injury.Also today: Texas Tech baseball’s game vs Oklahoma in Frisco was canceled due to weather, and softball hosts Tarleton State tonight at 6 PM on ESPN+.🛡️ Presented by Midwest HelmetsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwest_helmets?igsh=MTd0b253bjhmbmpocw==⁠Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1B5qYSBgwK/⁠#TexasTech #RedRaiders #WreckEm #FlatlandSports #Big12

Texas Tech baseball was swept by Oklahoma State (7-4, 13-10, 11-2). Softball responded with a dominant road sweep of Arizona State (6-0, 6-5, 7-5) to secure another Big 12 regular season championship share.NiJaree Canady, Taylor Pannell, and Mia Williams led the way in a statement weekend for the Red Raiders.We also break down Pac-12 expansion rumors and ACC / Big 12 realignment chatter.🛡️ Presented by Midwest HelmetsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwest_helmets?igsh=MTd0b253bjhmbmpocw==⁠Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1C85JMTP4x/⁠

Texas Tech makes NFL Draft history as David Bailey goes No. 2 overall to the New York Jets — the highest Red Raider draft pick since 1964. In today’s Flatland Sports Minute, we break down why Bailey’s top-2 selection matters for the program, recap a huge weekend ahead for Texas Tech baseball vs Oklahoma State, and preview a major road test for No. 1/2 softball at Arizona State.Also included:Bailey’s dominant 2025 season (14.5 sacks, unanimous All-American)Why this baseball series is about execution, not potentialWhy Arizona State is a real measuring-stick matchup for softball🛡️ Presented by Midwest HelmetsCustom football helmets built for real fans, collectors, and one-of-a-kind ideas.Mention Flatland Sports for 10% off your custom helmet.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwest_helmets?igsh=MTd0b253bjhmbmpocw==⁠Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1C85JMTP4x/⁠Follow Flatland Sports for daily updates and weekly podcast episodes covering Texas Tech, the Big 12, and college sports through a West Texas lens. 🌵

College football playoff expansion is back on the table — and this time, 24 teams has real momentum.In this episode of the Flatland Sports Podcast, we break down why the CFP conversation is shifting again, why 16 and 24 team formats are both alive, and what expansion could mean for programs like Texas Tech and the Big 12.We also recap the Texas Tech spring game under the lights in Lubbock. What stood out, what still needs sorting out, and why spring football is more about direction than final answers.Then we shift to baseball after a rough road sweep at Utah followed by a bounce-back run-rule win over Tarleton. Is consistency becoming the biggest question for the Red Raiders?Also included:Why playoff expansion feels inevitableTexas Tech quarterback and roster takeaways from springBaseball concerns heading deeper into conference playThe bigger picture for Texas Tech athletics right now🛡️ Presented by Midwest HelmetsCustom football helmets built for real fans, collectors, and one-of-a-kind ideas.Mention Flatland Sports for 10% off your custom helmet.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwest_helmets?igsh=MTd0b253bjhmbmpocw==⁠Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1C85JMTP4x/⁠Follow Flatland Sports for weekly episodes covering Texas Tech, the Big 12, and college football with a West Texas point of view.#TexasTech #RedRaiders #CollegeFootball #CFP #Big12 #CollegeBaseball #FlatlandSports

On today’s show, we’ve got a full lineup for Red Raider Nation!We kick things off with Red Raiders in Action before diving into a full Kansas State recap. Then, we hand out position group grades and turn our attention to the next matchup with a preview of BYU.Plus, we break down The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly from the weekend and look around the Big 12 to see how the rest of the conference fared.All that and more — only on The Flatland Sports Podcast.Follow along on X: @flatland_sports 🏈

Lance Leipold’s pocket knife drama? We’re calling cap. 😤We break down Texas Tech’s win over Kansas, hand out position grades, and get you ready for the Arizona State matchup.Plus — The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly from the Big 12, a full conference rundown, and where Red Raider hoops landed in the new AP & KenPom polls.🎙️ Tune in now — it’s all Red Raiders, all real talk, all Flatland Sports.#WreckEm #TexasTech #Big12 #GunsUp #FlatlandSports #TTU #CollegeFootball #RaiderPower

Welcome back to the Flatland Sports Podcast, your weekly deep dive into all things Texas Tech athletics.This week, I break down the latest in Red Raider Nation — starting with the headline everyone’s talking about: “The Bevel Has Been Leveled.” We react to Texas Tech’s bold logo change and what it means for the brand going forward.Then we recap the Houston game, handing out position group grades and highlighting who stood out — for better or worse. Next, we turn our attention to Kansas, previewing what the Red Raiders need to do to keep momentum rolling.Plus, we take you around the conference for “The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly” from last weekend in the Big 12, and preview the biggest matchups to watch this coming week.It’s another full week on the South Plains — tune in, subscribe, and stay locked in with Flatland Sports, where Texas Tech talk runs deep.

Get ready for an action-packed episode of The Flatland Sports Podcast! 🏈 We dive deep into the upcoming clash between No. 23 Texas Tech Red Raiders and Kent State Golden Flashes at Jones AT&T Stadium on September 6, 2025. Can the Red Raiders keep the momentum rolling after their 67-7 rout of Arkansas-Pine Bluff? We’ll break down key matchups, players to watch, and what Texas Tech needs to do to dominate this non-conference battle. 🦅Plus, we take a spin around the Big 12, checking in on the latest storylines, standings, and surprises from the conference as the 2025 season heats up. 🔥 In our "One Thought One Take" segment, we drop bold predictions and hot takes you won’t want to miss! And don’t miss our breakdown of the exciting news: Texas Tech and Arkansas will face off in the 2030 Las Vegas Kickoff Classic, adding a thrilling neutral-site game to their rivalry. 🎰Tune in for expert analysis, insider insights, and all things Texas Tech sports! Wreck ‘Em! 🙌 #TexasTech #Big12 #CollegeFootball #FlatlandSportsSubscribe, like, and hit the bell for the latest Texas Tech and Big 12 content every week!

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I discuss the SEC meltdown over Texas Tech's recent success on the NIL and recruiting trail.