Texas Tech Doesn't Have The Talent To Get Into Shootout With Baylor

A rivalry dating back to 1929, Baylor vs. Texas Tech has been played every year since 1956. Both teams joined the Big Eight conference to form the now legendary Big 12 conference in 1996. Tech then dominated the rivalry, beating Baylor 15 times in a row from until 2010. Since then, Baylor’s program has changed completely and have won five games in a row, including their dominant performance yesterday in front of a crowd of 60,000 at AT&T stadium.

The Bears dominated their first three games: SMU, Rice and Lamar. This week saw more of the same, as Baylor showed no mercy against Texas Tech in a 63-35 beatdown. The Bears ran the ball for 368 yards on 7.1 yards per rush as a team and produced four turnovers. QB Seth Russell threw four TDs as the team cruised to victory.

The Red Raiders entered the game near the top of the country in multiple offensive categories but were 122nd in total defense. The glaring weaknesses of the Red Raiders never cease to amaze.

Bears RB Shock Linwood ran for 221 yards, including a 79 yard TD on the third play from scrimmage. Regarding the hole that opened up on the line, Russell said, “You could probably drive a semi-truck through it.”

Lost in Baylor’s dominance however, was the excellent play of Texas Tech QB Patrick Mahomes. The sophomore threw for 415 yards and 3 TDs, rushing for another. He needs to learn to take care of the ball better, but that’s not all his fault. He was trying to do to much because he knew he had to score every time he was out there.

Texas Tech learned the hard way not to get into a shootout with Baylor. As effective as its offense can be, it doesn’t have the talent to measure up. Baylor may not face similar success when it visits TCU on November 27. All eyes will be on that one.