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Arizona State searches for intensity ahead of Texas Tech matchup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 13, 2026, 1:41 AM

Last updated Oct 13, 2026

Arizona State searches for intensity ahead of Texas Tech matchup
Summary

Arizona State football coach Kenny Dillingham is seeking to reignite his team’s passion as they prepare for a matchup against No. 9 Texas Tech on Saturday. The Sun Devils, holding a 3-2 record, aim to build on their recent win over Hawaii but face a formidable opponent. Dillingham expressed concerns about the team’s current lack of energy and has emphasized the need for improvement in practice. With two starting offensive linemen set to return, Arizona State hopes to elevate its performance and shake off past disappointments. They seek to emulate last season’s upset over Texas Tech, a win that remains significant for the program.

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  • •Arizona State is 3-2 and traveling to Lubbock to face Texas Tech
  • •Dillingham noted a lack of passion in recent performances
  • •Return of offensive linemen Wade Helton and Tana Ala-Tupuola expected
  • •ASU seeks to replicate last season's upset over Texas Tech
  • •Owen Long and Cardae Mack received Big 12 honors following the win against Hawaii
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  • 1:41 AMYahoo Sports — Arizona State football looking for spark before Texas Tech game
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Looking at game film, Arizona State football coach Kenny Dillingham said he doesn't see the passion the team has been known for in previous seasons.

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