For Tech to find a way to win in Fort Worth and propel itself back into the Big 12 race, it starts with playing better defense. The Red Raiders sit 128th in the country in total defense and 124th in scoring defense, both marks that are near or at the bottom of the conference.

Baylor football played its most complete game of the season, dominating Texas Tech 59-35. The offense was firing on all cylinders. Sawyer Robertson had his best game in a Baylor uniform, tossing five touchdown passes.