Josh Ortega

Joined: Feb 11, 2026

Josh Ortega is a beat writer covering Texas Tech On SI. Josh earned a degree from the University of North Texas in Sports Journalism and Communications. At UNT, Josh appeared on air, covering both collegiate and professional athletics for the on-campus television station North Texas Television. Ortega brings in-depth analysis combined with a passion for storytelling, delivering fans insight beyond the final whistle.

Oct 11, 2025; Lubbock, Texas, USA; A general view of Texas Tech Red Raiders helmets in the second half on the bench during the game against the Kansas Jayhawks at Jones AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Michael C. Johnson-Imagn Images

Basketball

Senior forward Jamichael Stillwell was one of multiple student-athletes who filed a lawsuit against the NCAA and was granted a fifth year. So as he heads to Tech, how does he fit into Head Coach Grant McCasland’s team heading into the season.

Football

As the summer days begin to wind down as quickly as the longer days begin to fade, the early rankings across college football begin to slowly release. Today, the Texas Tech Red Raiders had their first appearance inside the top 25, finishing at No. 12

Mar 20, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; UCF Knights forward Jamichael Stillwell (4) looks to pass against the UCLA Bruins in the first half during a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

Basketball

Over the weekend, the Texas Tech Red Raiders landed a commitment from former UCF senior forward Jamichael Stillwell. Stillwell was vital to the Golden Knights' first NCAA Tournament appearance since 2019, but Stillwell was one of 16 different athletes who

Nov 15, 2025; Lubbock, Texas, USA; A general view of a Texas Tech Red Raiders helmet on the bench in the first half of the game against the Central Florida Knights at Jones AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Michael C. Johnson-Imagn Images

Texas Tech Athletics

There's no question that every collegiate athletic department faces a plethora of challenges every day. Whether big, small, or medium, every athletic department faces a similar challenge each offseason: fundraising.

Oct 25, 2025; Lubbock, Texas, USA; Texas Tech Red Raiders quarterback Will Hammond (15) passes against the Oklahoma State Cowboys in the first half at Jones AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Michael C. Johnson-Imagn Images

Football

Since the entire saga surrounding Sorsby, whom Tech initially signed via the transfer portal, began, question marks rose around who would start week 1. However, with the dust settling around the saga surrounding former Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsb

Oct 11, 2025; Lubbock, Texas, USA; Texas Tech Red Raiders defensive tackle AJ Holmes Jr. (33) reacts after a play against the Kansas Jayhawks in the second half at Jones AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Michael C. Johnson-Imagn Images

Football

A conference high seven different Texas Tech Red Raiders were named to the 2026 Preseason All-Big 12 Team

Cedar Hill, Texas 5-star defensive lineman Jalen Brewster was named the No. 1 prospect in the 2027 class Monday morning.

Football

Brewster has a high impact level at the next level as one of eight defensive linemen in Tech’s recruiting class, spanning 19 different prospects thus far. Brewster is one of the crown jewels of the class for Texas Tech. Could have a different decal on his

Football

Former TTU QB Brendan Sorsby is left ineligible to enter the NFL in 2026, after the league opted not to hold a Supplemental Draft this summer.

Football

Despite the summer Sorsby has had, NFL teams should still have a high interest in the 22-year-old signal caller after three very strong years in college. Here are three potential suitors who could bring in Sorsby at the next level during the NFL Supplemen

Football

So far this off-season, Tech has a top-20 class with 13 firm commitments from over a dozen players across the country.

Football

This summer, Texas Tech has found itself having to hear the word “court” surrounded by its name a lot. Public opinion surrounding Texas Tech has been overwhelmingly negative regarding Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby’s major gambling scandal.

Football

An official date has been set for the NCAA’s appeal of the ruling against Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby, who was granted an injunction to reinstate his eligibility for the 2026 college football season by Judge Ken Curry.

Josh Ortega

Joined: Feb 11, 2026

Five Star and No. 1 DL Prospect Jalen Brewster Shuts Down Recruitment to Build Legacy at Texas Tech

Texas Tech lands 2028 Five-Star No.3 Tackle Prospect Austin Attalah

An In-Depth Preview of All 8 of Texas Tech MBB'S Home Non-Conference Opponents

Texas Tech MBB Continues to add to 2027 Roster after Key Losses in the Spring

Basketball

Stillwell granted 5th year what role will he play for Texas Tech?

Football

Texas Tech comes in the Top 12 in the First USA Today Coaches Poll in the Buildup to the Season

Basketball

Texas Tech Basketball Lands Jamichael Stillwell, but Certain Factors will Determine a 5th Year of eligibility

Texas Tech Athletics

Cody Campbell calls for future of the Big 12 to follow the Texas Tech model

Football

Here is why Hammond is in line to be the Starter for Texas Tech come Week 1

Football

Texas Tech leads Big 12 in selections for preseason All-Big 12 Team

Football

Crown Jewel of Texas Tech's 2027 Recruiting Class Jalen Brewster surrounded by Recruiting Mystery

Football

NFL will not Hold Supplemental Draft Leaving Former Tech QB Brendan Sorsby Ineligible for the NFL in 2026

Potential landing spot for Brendan Sorsby via the NFL Supplemental Draft

Tech 2027 recruiting class continues to take shape with commitment of 4-star S Kaston Lewis

Texas Tech vs the Court of Public Opinion

Brendan Sorsby's case against the NCAA is tabled for Feb 2027 after the College Football Playoffs