Texas Tech Falls in Women’s College Basketball Power Rankings

Women’s college basketball is constantly shifting, and the latest CBS Sports power rankings really show it. Texas Tech, after an incredible 19-0 start, suddenly dropped to No. 22 after two rough losses.

Vanderbilt and UConn, on the other hand, just keep rolling at the top. Their dominance on the court is something to behold. There’s a lot to unpack with recent developments, key games, and what might be coming up next.

The Rise and Fall of Texas Tech

Texas Tech looked unstoppable at first. Then, back-to-back losses to Kansas State and BYU knocked them down to No. 22 in the rankings.

It’s wild how quickly things can change in college basketball. Even the strongest teams hit bumps in the road.

Unbeaten Giants: UConn and Vanderbilt

While Texas Tech slipped, UConn and Vanderbilt kept their records spotless. UConn, still No. 1, crushed Notre Dame 85-47, making a real statement.

Vanderbilt, now at No. 5, edged out Michigan 72-69 at the Coretta Scott King Classic. That win just adds to their growing confidence.

SEC Showdowns: Vanderbilt’s Upcoming Challenges

Vanderbilt’s climb into the top five is impressive, but the schedule doesn’t get any easier. Shea Ralph’s team hosts Auburn on Thursday.

Then comes a tough road game against No. 2 South Carolina on Sunday. Surviving the SEC is never simple, and Vanderbilt can’t afford to let their guard down.

SEC’s Unpredictable Nature

The SEC loves to throw curveballs. Just ask No. 18 Ole Miss, who got stunned by Georgia 82-59.

Ole Miss had beaten Georgia earlier, but couldn’t repeat it this time. You never really know what’s coming in this conference, and that’s what keeps fans hooked.

Kentucky’s Fall and the Battle for Redemption

Kentucky took a hit with a 71-59 loss to Mississippi State, dropping out of the top 10 to No. 15. Now, the Wildcats look for a bounce-back when they face No. 17 Tennessee on Thursday night.

This game feels huge for Kentucky’s hopes of climbing back up.

Oklahoma’s Struggles

Oklahoma, sitting at No. 16, hasn’t had it easy either. Losses to Ole Miss, Kentucky, and LSU have put them under pressure.

And it doesn’t get any easier—they’ve got South Carolina on Thursday. It’s a real test of their resilience.

Big Ten Battles: UCLA, Ohio State, and Iowa

The Big Ten is a battleground. UCLA leads the way, while Ohio State keeps moving up and Iowa just cracked the top 10.

Ohio State and Iowa meet Sunday afternoon, but first, they’ve got to get through Thursday. Iowa faces Maryland, and Ohio State matches up with Indiana.

Upcoming Key Matchups

These next Big Ten games could shake up the rankings all over again. Iowa vs. Maryland and Ohio State vs. Indiana both feel like must-wins.

It should be intense, and honestly, who doesn’t love a little chaos in the standings?

First Five Out: Teams on the Brink

While the spotlight stays on the top teams, a few others are right on the edge. Nebraska, Notre Dame, Oklahoma State, Illinois, and Georgia make up the first five out.