It is no secret that Texas Tech’s football program went on a spending spree in the offseason, landing some of the top talent in the transfer portal, particularly on defense.

After a week and a half of watching film on the No. 8-ranked Red Raiders’ defense, BYU offensive coordinator Aaron Roderick says it was money well-spent.

“This is the best defense we have played, probably since Texas in 2023, I would say. They are right up there with those guys,” Roderick said Tuesday. “This (defensive) line, they are freaks and they are really good players. Their linebackers are great. Everybody knows that. Good secondary. They have no personnel weaknesses.”

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