‘College GameDay’ Reveals Celebrity Guest Picker for Week 11 at Texas Tech
In an exciting announcement for college football fans, Texas Tech’s legendary player Patrick Mahomes will return to Lubbock this weekend. He will be a celebrity guest picker on ESPN’s College GameDay during a pivotal clash between the No. 9 Red Raiders and No. 8 BYU.
Patrick Mahomes Returns to Texas Tech
Mahomes, currently enjoying a bye week with the Kansas City Chiefs, is set to join a lineup that includes renowned personalities like Pat McAfee and Nick Saban. The event takes place on Saturday morning, adding an extra layer of excitement for fans and participants alike.
Career Highlights of Patrick Mahomes
Patrick Mahomes had an illustrious college career at Texas Tech from 2014 to 2016. During this time, he:
- Threw for 11,252 yards
- Completed 93 touchdown passes
- Had 29 interceptions across 32 games
He ranks third in the program’s history for passing yards. Notably, Mahomes is one of only three quarterbacks in FBS history to record over 5,000 yards of total offense in two different seasons.
Honors and Recognition
In 2022, Mahomes was inducted into the Texas Tech Athletics Hall of Fame, solidifying his legacy in the university’s history.
Guest Picker Lineup
In a remarkable coincidence, Mahomes is the second former Kansas City Chiefs quarterback to participate in this season’s College GameDay as a guest picker. Last week, Alex Smith filled the same role during an event at Utah.
As the excitement builds for this weekend’s College GameDay, fans eagerly anticipate Mahomes’ predictions and insights as the Red Raiders take on BYU in what promises to be a thrilling matchup. Stay tuned for updates and highlights from the event on El-Balad.
