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Cincinnati defeats No. 8 Texas Tech 37‑24 at Nippert Stadium

The Bearcats beat Texas Tech 37‑24 in Cincinnati, giving the Red Raiders their first loss of the season and marking the program’s first home win over a Top‑10 team since 2006.

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Cincinnati defeats No. 8 Texas Tech 37‑24 at Nippert Stadium

Key points

  • Cincinnati won 37‑24 over No. 8 Texas Tech at Nippert Stadium.
  • Quarterback JC French IV threw three first‑half touchdowns; running back Cole Tabb rushed for 173 yards.
  • Texas Tech trailed 18 points at halftime and scored only a late touchdown in the fourth quarter.
  • Fans stormed the field after the win, prompting the Big 12 to consider a fine.
  • The victory was Cincinnati’s first home win over an AP Top‑10 opponent since 2006 and the fourth in 45 seasons.

Cincinnati defeats No. 8 Texas Tech 37‑24

On Saturday at Nippert Stadium in Cincinnati, Ohio, the University of Cincinnati defeated No. 8 Texas Tech 37‑24, handing the Red Raiders their first loss of the 2026 season.

Texas Tech trailed by 18 points at halftime and did not score a touchdown until the fourth quarter, when Quinten Joyner ran for a three‑yard score with under a minute remaining.

Cincinnati fifth‑year quarterback JC French IV threw three first‑half passing touchdowns, the most Texas Tech’s defense has allowed in an opening period this season.

Junior running back Cole Tabb, the nation’s No. 11‑ranked rushing team, recorded a single‑game season‑high 173 rushing yards on 16 carries, including a 58‑yard touchdown that extended Cincinnati’s lead to 37‑18.

Following the victory, Bearcats fans stormed the field, prompting the Big 12 to consider a possible fine that could be announced as soon as Tuesday.

The win marked Cincinnati’s first home victory over an AP Top 10 opponent since 2006 and the program’s fourth such win in the past 45 seasons.

Your questions, answered

What was the score of the Cincinnati vs. Texas Tech game?

Cincinnati defeated Texas Tech 37‑24.

Why did the Big 12 consider a fine after the game?

Fans stormed the field after the win, prompting the Big 12 to consider a possible fine.

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