Opening weekends in Lubbock usually bring fireworks, and this year was no exception. Texas Tech opened the 2025 season by flattening its non-conference opponent 67–7, a scoreline that looked familiar to fans who have come to expect offensive explosions in early September. From the first series, the Red Raiders looked sharper, faster, and deeper. Quarterback Behren Morton, the senior leader of the offense, was locked in. He completed 16 of 20 passes for four touchdowns, distributing the ball across the field with ease. Receivers found space everywhere, and the offensive line kept the pocket clean. By halftime, Tech had already cleared 40 points and rested key players to preserve health. The ground game was just as effective. Running back Tahj Brooks sat after limited early action, leaving opportunities for backups to shine. Freshman back Dickie drew attention with 90 rushing yards and a touchdown, displaying power and burst that brought cheers from the home crowd. By the third quarter, Tech was deep into its rotation, and still the scoreboard kept climbing. The final totals told the story of domination. Texas Tech piled up more than 600 yards of offense, 340 through the air and 260 on the ground. They averaged nearly eight yards per play and converted eight of ten third downs. The defense contributed as well, forcing two turnovers and holding the opponent under 200 total yards until garbage time. For head coach Joey McGuire, the performance checked every box for a Week 1 blowout. “We wanted to set the tone early,” he told reporters afterward. “Our guys executed on both sides, and the younger players got valuable reps. It was a good first step.” Lubbock responded with the energy of a fan base that knows what is coming. The Big 12 will not allow these kinds of nights every week. The league is deep, physical, and competitive. But for one night in September, the Red Raiders put on a show that reminded everyone of their potential. The win also showed off the depth of this roster. Morton looked every bit the steady veteran, but the highlights came from emerging players who will be needed as the grind of conference play sets in. Dickie’s burst on the ground, sophomore receiver J.J. Sparkman’s contested catches, and a defensive front that recorded five sacks all provided glimpses of the weapons Tech can deploy. The crowd left satisfied but realistic. They have seen plenty of September blowouts before. The real question is whether this team can translate Week 1 dominance into consistency in November. Still, opening night was exactly what it needed to be: clean, overwhelming, and injury free. The 67–7 final will not carry much weight nationally, but inside the Big 12 it sets a tone. Texas Tech expects to contend, and they started by handling business in emphatic fashion.