In this episode of the 23 Personnel Podcast, hosts Spencer and Michael discuss the current state of Texas Tech football, analyzing their performance in recent games, injury updates, and the impact of special teams on their success. The conversation then transitions to Texas Tech soccer, highlighting their impressive season and upcoming championship scenarios. The hosts emphasize the importance of both teams in the context of their respective conferences and the challenges they face moving forward. In this conversation, the hosts discuss the upcoming season for the Texas Tech Lady Raiders basketball team, focusing on player insights, team chemistry, and the impact of injuries. They also delve into the current state of Texas Tech football, emphasizing the need for patience as the program develops and the challenges faced by both the basketball and football teams in terms of performance and expectations. The conversation delves into the contrasting styles of football in the Big Ten and Big 12, highlighting the offensive strategies and defensive challenges faced by teams. Shelby shares insights on soccer and the upcoming matches, while discussing the cultural aspects of game day, including the tradition of throwing tortillas. The hosts express frustrations with offensive strategies and the utilization of tight ends, while also previewing the TCU matchup and addressing team performance issues. In this episode, the hosts delve into the performance of TCU and Texas Tech, analyzing their offensive and defensive strategies, and discussing the implications of Baylor’s influence. They also make predictions for the upcoming game, review other Big 12 matchups, and preview the basketball season with community events. The conversation reflects on the football season’s ups and downs, highlighting personal anecdotes and humorous moments.