The short version: West Virginia (5-3) visits No. 13 Texas Tech (7-1) for an 8:30 PM local kickoff in Lubbock, the latest Saturday kickoff on our list.

Game info
When	Sat, Nov. 7, 9:30 PM ET
TV	ESPN
Where	Galaxy Stadium, Lubbock, Texas

Part 1: Watching at Home

How to watch

Kickoff is Sat, Nov. 7, 9:30 PM ET on ESPN.

The storyline

Texas Tech leads the all-time series 8-7 and has won the last two. The Red Raiders run behind J’Koby Williams. West Virginia counters with Cam Cook, who’s closing in on 1,000 rushing yards.

Key players

Team	Player	Season so far
TTU	QB Will Hammond	1,561 pass yards, 6 TD
TTU	RB J’Koby Williams	794 rush yards, 6 TD
TTU	WR Kenny Johnson	548 rec. yards
WVU	QB Michael Hawkins Jr.	1,598 pass yards, 11 TD
WVU	RB Cam Cook	923 rush yards, 7 TD
WVU	WR D.J. Epps	556 rec. yards, 5 TD

Season stats as of Nov. 1 from AP, ESPN and official team pages.

What to watch for

• Two strong running backs: Cook and Williams.
• A late kickoff. It ends well after midnight ET.
• Tech’s Big 12 title push.

Watch-party menu

• Red Raiders side: Texas brisket or chili.
• Mountaineers side: West Virginia pepperoni rolls.
• Late game: keep a slow cooker going and save dessert for the fourth quarter.

Hosting a watch party? A slow cooker keeps the main dish warm all game, and party platters make serving easy. Keep drinks cold in a cooler so nobody misses a play. Hang a Texas Tech Red Raiders flag or an West Virginia Mountaineers flag for the house divided, and a soundbar helps you hear the crowd.

Part 2: Traveling to the Game

Heads up: The stadium is now called Galaxy Stadium (formerly Jones AT&T Stadium).

Gates and entry

Gates 1, 3, 3A, 4, 4A, 5, 8 and 10 open 90 minutes before kickoff. Student, club, suite and some premium gates open 2 hours before.

Bag policy

• Clear plastic, vinyl or PVC bag up to 12 x 6 x 12 inches, a one-gallon clear freezer bag, or a small hand-sized clutch.

Parking and tailgating

• Parking lots open at 7:30 AM.
• Tailgate only in designated areas and inside your assigned space.
• Tents can be up to 10 x 10 feet.

Where to eat and stay

Lubbock hotels along the Marsha Sharp Freeway and near campus are the closest. Book early for a Saturday night game.

Weather

West Texas nights cool off fast, and wind is common, so bring a jacket. Check the National Weather Service forecast the day before.

Rules can change. Check the official athletics site during game week.

What to pack

Driving in? A phone mount and a car charger keep the directions running, and car games for kids help on a long drive. Flying in? A neck pillow helps on the flight, and a packable rain poncho fits in a pocket.

At the stadium: Pack a clear stadium bag that fits the 12 x 6 x 12 limit. Bring a seat cushion for the bleachers and a portable power bank so your phone ticket doesn’t die. It gets cold, so pack hand warmers and a stadium blanket.

Tailgating: Set up a 10×10 canopy (most lots cap tents at that size), some folding chairs and a cornhole set. Where the rules allow it, a portable propane grill takes care of lunch. Rep your team with Texas Tech Red Raiders gear or West Virginia Mountaineers gear.

Places near the stadium

Where to eat

• Chimy’s: A Tex-Mex hangout on Broadway near campus.
• Cagle Steaks & BBQ: A West Texas steakhouse. Check the site for hours.

Where to stay

• Overton Hotel: The official hotel of Texas Tech Athletics, near the stadium.
• Cotton Court Hotel: A boutique hotel in Lubbock.

We checked that these places exist and have working official websites as of Nov. 2, 2026. Hours change on game weekends, so check before you go. These are not paid or affiliate links.

Game Day Gear

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Sources: Gameday in Raiderland, Texas Tech football parking, Texas Tech 2026 fan info, WVU TV announcement, Series history, AP preview. Ranks from the AP Top 25 released Nov. 1, 2026. Times ET.

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