In an eagerly awaited showdown, the Texas Tech Red Raiders are set to clash with the Central Florida Knights in Lubbock, with both teams eyeing their sixth win for a shot at bowl eligibility. This matchup marks the first meeting between the programs and promises to be a closely-contested affair. UCF's journey through the Big 12 has been revealing. Starting the season with three non-conference wins against weaker opponents, they struggled in conference play, enduring a five-game losing streak. This challenging phase coincided with an injury sidelining starting QB John Rhys Plumlee. Cowboy Channel