Red Raiders Reign Supreme: No. 4 Texas Tech Dominates No. 11 BYU in Big 12 Championship

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A stifling defense and a strong performance from quarterback Ben Morton propelled No. 4 Texas Tech to a 34-7 victory over No. 11 BYU in the Big 12 championship game on Saturday. The Red Raiders' convincing win earned them a spot in the College Football Playoff and likely a first-round bye. Ben Roberts made a significant impact with two interceptions, including a crucial pick that ignited a Texas Tech scoring drive in the fourth quarter. Butkus Award winner Jacob Rodriguez led the team with 13 tackles, while Coy Eakin hauled in two touchdown receptions and Cameron Dickey rushed for a score. Texas Tech quarterback Ben Morton completed 20 of 33 passes for 215 yards and two touchdowns. The Red Raiders' defense was equally impressive, forcing four turnovers without committing any. Anthony Holmes Jr. forced a key fumble, and the team's stingy defense held BYU to just 200 yards of total offense. BYU's Bear Bachmeier completed 16 of 27 passes for 115 yards, but was intercepted twice. LJ Martin rushed for a touchdown for the Cougars, who are expected to miss the postseason. The Red Raiders' victory marked their 12th win of the season, all of which have come by 20 or more points. The team's defense played a crucial role in the win, with Roberts' interception and subsequent return sparking a scoring drive that sealed the game. Texas Tech's victory also set a new school record for most wins in a season. The Red Raiders' performance was a testament to their strong defense and impressive offense. With this win, they secured a spot in the College Football Playoff and are likely to receive a first-round bye. Texas Tech's Big 12 championship win will go down in history as one of the team's most impressive victories of the season.