The 2015 Texas Tech Red Raiders football team represented Texas Tech University in the 2015 NCAA Division I FBS football season. The Red Raiders competed as a member of the Big 12 Conference and played their home games at Jones AT&T Stadium in Lubbock, Texas. The team was led by second‑year head coach Kliff Kingsbury, who also served as the offensive coordinator and implemented an air‑raid offense.
Season overview
- Overall record: 7 wins, 6 losses
- Conference record: 4 wins, 5 losses (Big 12)
- Final standing: Tied for seventh place in the Big 12 Conference
Coaching staff
- Head coach: Kliff Kingsbury (2nd season)
- Defensive coordinator: David Gibbs
Bowl game
The Red Raiders were invited to the Texas Bowl, played on December 29 2015 in Houston, Texas. Texas Tech was defeated by the LSU Tigers, 56–27.
Key players
- Quarterback: McLane Carter (starting quarterback)
- Running back: Aaron Green (primary rusher)
- Wide receiver: Jordan Jefferson (leading receiver)
Season highlights
- The Red Raiders secured four conference victories, including wins over Kansas State and Texas.
- The offense continued to emphasize a high‑passing attack, ranking among the nation’s leaders in passing yards per game.
Post‑season awards
- Several Texas Tech players received All‑Big 12 honors; specific awardees are documented in the conference’s official release for the 2015 season.
The 2015 season marked the continuation of Kliff Kingsbury’s rebuilding effort at Texas Tech, culminating in a bowl appearance despite a sub‑.500 conference record.
