Texas Tech heads into the 2018 season with contrasting realities of both sides of the ball. Defensively, Tech returns ten starters and 19 members of last season’s two-deep rotation. But offensively, Tech must replace as many as five starters including the quarterback and three receivers that started the Birmingham Bowl.
But on either side of the ball, new faces are certain to emerge as key contributors. Here are some new names that Red Raider fans should get to know as they are likely to be significant contributors this season.
DT – Preston Gordon
The one member of last season’s starting defense that is no longer on the team is defensive tackle Mych Thomas who is in training camp with the New York Jets.