The 1972 Texas Tech Red Raiders football team represented

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in the

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(SWC) during the 1972 NCAA University Division football season. In their third season under head coach

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, the Red Raiders compiled an 8–4 record (4–3 against conference opponents), tied for second place in the SWC, and outscored opponents by a combined total of 282 to 188. The team's statistical leaders included Joe Barnes with 1,142 passing yards, George Smith with 740 rushing yards, and Andre Tillman with 285 receiving yards.2017 Media Guide, p. 158. The team played its home games at Clifford B. & Audrey Jones Stadium.

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