By Spencer McLaughlin of Locked on CFB for SuperWest Sports
November 4, 2025
BYU and Texas Tech square off in a colossal Big 12 showdown in Lubbock this week.
Why are the Cougars underdogs of almost 10 points as an unbeaten?
On today’s episode of Locked On College Football, I discuss Utah’s Playoff chances after a blowout win over Top 25 Cincinnati.
Are there chances better or worse than USC?
Michigan State HC Jonathan Smith has not won a Big 10 game this year and could easily wind up 0-9 in league play. Is he on the way out?
Plus, San Diego State is a legitimate G5 Playoff threat.
1:01 BYU vs Texas Tech betting line dilemma
3:02 Texas Tech’s dominant season with Baron Morton
6:06 BYU’s magic and finding ways to win
9:10 Utah and USC playoff paths discussion
16:16 USC’s clearer path to playoff than Utah
19:50 Michigan State’s downward spiral under Jonathan Smith
26:28 San Diego State emerging as Group of Five contender
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