No. 7 BYU vs. No. 8 Texas Tech: Big 12 Battle with Playoff Implications The Big 12 spotlight shines bright this Saturday as No. 7 BYU travels to Lubbock to face No. 8 Texas Tech in what could be one of the season’s defining matchups. Both teams have made strong statements this year, combining for a 16–1 record, and now meet in a clash that will shape the conference race — and perhaps the College Football Playoff picture.