Texas Tech's Jacob Rodriguez earned Big 12 Defensive Player of the Week after a four-interception game, including a pick-six, and 100 tackles.

Texas Tech linebacker Jacob Rodriguez earned his fourth Big 12 Defensive Player of the Week honor this season after a standout performance in a 48-9 win over UCF, recording his fourth interception of the year—returned for a touchdown—and reaching 100 tackles. He also scored on a two-yard quarterback keeper, helping the No. 6-ranked Red Raiders build an early lead. His dual impact on offense and defense has drawn attention to his Heisman Trophy candidacy, though defensive players remain rare winners. The team is idle before facing West Virginia on November 29.