Texas Tech Football Loses Two Games in 2027 Due to ACC Scheduling Changes
2 TTU games in '27 nixed in wake of ACC changes
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Texas Tech University in Lubbock, Texas, has canceled two nonconference football games scheduled for 2027 after NC State invoked a buyout clause due to changes in the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) schedule. The Red Raiders are seeking new opponents to fill the gaps left by these cancellations.
- 01Texas Tech's 2027 schedule now has two open slots due to cancellations.
- 02NC State canceled a game in Lubbock after changes in the ACC schedule.
- 03Texas Tech also canceled its game at North Texas in response.
- 04North Texas will now face TCU instead, filling the scheduling gap.
- 05The ACC is moving to a nine-game league schedule, impacting nonconference matchups.
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Texas Tech University, the reigning Big 12 champion, announced the cancellation of two nonconference football games scheduled for 2027. The cancellations stem from NC State's decision to utilize a buyout clause in their agreement with Texas Tech, citing changes in the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) scheduling. NC State was set to visit Lubbock after defeating Texas Tech in 2022. Consequently, Texas Tech also canceled its scheduled game against North Texas, which will now play TCU instead. The ACC's shift to a nine-game league schedule, requiring teams to play at least 10 games against power-conference opponents, has led to significant scheduling changes for several teams, including North Carolina State, which is set to host Kansas State in 2027 to meet the ACC's new requirements.
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The cancellations could affect Texas Tech's ability to attract fans and revenue for the 2027 season. The university is actively seeking new matchups to maintain a competitive schedule.
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