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Texas Tech football evaluates safety competition ahead of scrimmage

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 6:03 PM

Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Texas Tech football evaluates safety competition ahead of scrimmage
Summary

As Texas Tech prepares for its first scrimmage on September 5 against Abilene Christian, the search for a starting safety to complement Brendan Jordan continues. Safeties coach Rob Greene, recently promoted to co-defensive coordinator, is assessing candidates Peyton Morgan, Oliver Miles II, and Malik Esquerra. Each player has shown potential, with Greene noting Esquerra's impressive days and Miles' learning from past roles. The coaching staff values versatility, especially given Jordan's ability to adapt between positions.

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  • •Brendan Jordan holds one starting safety position for Texas Tech.
  • •Peyton Morgan, Oliver Miles II, and Malik Esquerra compete for the second spot.
  • •The first scrimmage is scheduled for September 5 against Abilene Christian.
  • •Rob Greene emphasizes the importance of making plays without mistakes.
  • •Jordan's versatility allows for flexible defensive alignments.
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  • 6:03 PMYahoo Sports — Who has the edge for Texas Tech football's other starting safety spot?
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The battle for Texas Tech football's other starting safety spot opposite Brendan Jordan is still going strong heading into the first scrimmage.

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