The Texas Tech Defense could dominate against Oklahoma

The Texas Tech defense is emerging this season as a certified asset, and against Oklahoma on Saturday, expect business as usual.

The Texas Tech defense has been earning high praises this season, even from fans of teams outside the conference. It’s hands-down the most improved component of the Kliff Kingsbury era, and even surpasses defenses of Texas Tech teams in the past.

Although most fans can’t see it, Texas Tech quarterback Nic Shimonek’s production in the passing game is stride-by-stride comparable to Oklahoma quarterback Baker Mayfield. Penalties, turnovers, and complacency while leading are why Texas Tech isn’t sitting at 6-0, but for the Sooners–tonight’s opponent–its offense has been…