Texas Tech general manager James Blanchard joins Adam Breneman to break down how he helped turn the Red Raiders into one of the most well-resourced, forward-thinking programs in college football.
He shares what a day in the life of a GM looks like, how Texas Tech built the No. 1 transfer portal class, and why NIL (name, image, and likeness) has completely changed the landscape. Blanchard explains the NFL-style structure of their front office and how they evaluate players before they even enter the portal. He also talks about turning down the Notre Dame job, building a $250 million football “resort,” and what it will take to bring a Big 12 title to Lubbock.