Texas Tech football edges past Houston in Big 12 opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 3:42 AM
Last updated Sep 19, 2026
Texas Tech football faced a tough challenge from Houston during their Big 12 opener on September 19, 2026. After falling behind 10-0 in the first quarter and struggling early, quarterback Will Hammond connected with Kenny Johnson for key plays. The Red Raiders' defense ultimately sealed the narrow game, stopping a potential two-point conversion from Houston late in the fourth quarter. The match highlighted Texas Tech's need to adapt from last season's dominant performance as the competition has tightened.
- •Texas Tech rallied from a 10-0 deficit in the first quarter.
- •Will Hammond made crucial connections with Kenny Johnson.
- •The defense secured a final stop on a two-point conversion attempt.
- •This game showcases Texas Tech's challenges relative to last season.
- 3:42 AMYahoo Sports — Texas Tech football handles Houston's challenge in dramatic fashion | Giese
"The first Big 12 game of the season showed it's not going to be so easy for Texas Tech football this season, and maybe that's a good thing.
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