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Breakout players to watch at Texas Tech: Can Derrick Willies fill the void left by Jonathan Giles?

Related Topics: Jonathan Giles, Patrick Mahomes

You know the big names but here are five guys who are about to burst on the scene for Texas Tech:

Nik Shimonek, Sr., QB

Shimonek has the keys to the Red Raiders' high scoring offense, and will be asked to replace Patrick Mahomes. No matter what Texas Tech's final record looks like, Shimonek should still put up gaudy numbers regardless in Kingsbury's system. He threw for 464 yards, six touchdowns and one interception as Mahomes' backup and looked comfortable running the show when asked. This season will be his first as a full time starter, but the offense and a veteran group of receivers should help Shimonek have some success.