2008 Texas Tech Football Preview:
Head Coach: Mike Leach
The Texas Tech Red Raider football team has one of the most explosive and exciting offenses to watch in all of college football. Competing in the ultra-competitive Big 12 Conference, the Red Raiders have proven to be a tough competitor over the years. Under the leadership of head coach Mike Leach, Texas Tech will look to win its first Big 12 title and compete for a BCS Bowl bid. Historic Jones Stadium will be teeming with fans this season as Texas Tech puts up incredible scores and offensive numbers on their way to a conference title.
In the 2008 preseason, the Texas Tech Red Raiders are already racking up strong reviews. As of July 2008, the team is ranking as low as #12 and as high as #8 in the nation, according to several preseason polls. This means that if the Raiders keep a strong defense - and learn to run the ball better than they did in 2007 - they could be prime contenders against Texas and Oklahoma for all the marbles in the Big 12 south. Quarterback Graham Harrell is a key mover for the team, and should have no trouble keeping their passing game alive. Also, the entire offensive line is returning in 2008, making the Red Raider offense a force to deal with.
Head Coach Mike Leach is looking for another bowl game berth this season, after winning in last year's Gator Bowl. This year is either going to be a huge season for the Raiders, or a huge disappointment. As long as Texas Tech's defense keeps up with their heralded offense, the Red Raiders are going to make the plays they need to dominate the Big 12. Make sure to come watch this dynamic team make moves at Jones AT&T Stadium in 2008!