Ranking the projected starting quarterbacks in the Big 12 for 2023

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7. Tyler Shough, Texas Tech

As much buzz as the Red Raiders have in 2023, they will go as far as Tyler Shough takes them. He is in a unique position where if Texas Tech meets expectations, he could quickly become a top-three QB in the league.

He has also struggled with staying healthy, playing just 11 games in his two seasons in Lubbock. He hasn’t played more than seven games in a season in his career.

It gives off a ton of “make or break” vibes.

He has yet to complete a full season anywhere he has gone, and it creates uncertainty if he will in his final season in college.

The positives for Shough come from the attention around the program. He led the team to rattle off four-straight wins to end the season, including a thrilling win over Oklahoma, where he threw for 436 yards.

He followed it up with over 350 total yards and three touchdowns in a dominant win over Mississippi State in the Texas Bowl.

If he stays healthy, the hype could be real.