Coy Eakin to miss weeks for Texas Tech with broken hand

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Last updated Nov 8, 2026

Coy Eakin to miss weeks for Texas Tech with broken hand
Summary

Texas Tech wide receiver Coy Eakin suffered a broken hand during the first quarter of the game against West Virginia on November 7. Head coach Joey McGuire stated Eakin will be sidelined for a few weeks. Eakin had started the game strong with a 22-yard reception and has amassed 156 career catches, 1,968 yards, and 18 touchdowns. Freshman Chase Campbell filled in for Eakin during the game, making two catches for 56 yards. The Red Raiders remain in solid position in the Big 12 with an 8-1 record, but also face several other injuries, including running backs Cameron Dickey and Quinten Joyner.

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  • •Coy Eakin broke his hand in the first quarter against West Virginia.
  • •Eakin will miss a few weeks per coach Joey McGuire.
  • •Freshman Chase Campbell caught 2 passes for 56 yards in Eakin's absence.
  • •Texas Tech is currently 8-1, 5-1 in the Big 12.
  • •The Red Raiders have three games left on the schedule.
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  • 10:34 AMYahoo Sports — Texas Tech football WR Coy Eakin to miss time with broken hand
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Texas Tech football coach Joey McGuire said the Red Raiders will miss wide receiver Coy Eakin 'a few weeks' with broken hand.

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