Texas Tech edges Houston in close contest on September 19
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 3:21 PM
Last updated Sep 19, 2026
No. 13 Texas Tech narrowly defeated No. 22 Houston 28-26 in Lubbock on September 19. Houston started strong, holding a 10-0 lead and competing closely throughout. Texas Tech came back with a surge, but Houston kept the game tight, highlighting standout performances from players like Patrick Overmyer, who scored a late touchdown. The match could be a precursor to a potential rematch in the upcoming Big 12 championship game, according to players.
- •Houston led 10-0 early in the first quarter.
- •Patrick Overmyer contributed a touchdown, increasing his role in the offense.
- •Texas Tech responded with strong plays in the second and third quarters.
- •The game featured numerous penalties, impacting Houston's scoring opportunities.
- •A rematch in the Big 12 championship game is anticipated by players.
- 3:21 PMYahoo Sports — What we learned from UH's loss to Texas Tech? This might just be the first act
"The Cougars and Red Raiders could meet again in a much bigger game, and some roles are starting to be defined after three games for UH.
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days- NCAAF•Sep 19, 2026, 5:24 PMLane Kiffin returns to Ole Miss: Latest updates on LSU coach's day in Oxford
College Sports•Sep 19, 2026, 5:19 PM5 things to watch as Florida opens SEC slate at Auburn
NCAAF•Sep 19, 2026, 5:19 PMSam Leavitt latest injury news for LSU vs Ole Miss in Lane Kiffin's return
College Sports•Sep 19, 2026, 5:17 PMFSU football's depth chart for Week 3 vs. Alabama
College Sports•Sep 19, 2026, 5:16 PMSouth Carolina football vs Mississippi State score, live updates, time, TV in SEC opener
College Sports•Sep 19, 2026, 5:13 PMScouting Auburn: What to know about the Tigers ahead of SEC opener
