Texas Tech names Will Hammond as starting quarterback moving forward
ESPN NCAAF • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 5:38 PM
Last updated Sep 19, 2026
On September 19, Texas Tech's head coach Joey McGuire announced that Will Hammond will be the starting quarterback after Tommy Castellanos started in a recent game. The decision comes as the team looks to solidify its offense for upcoming contests. Hammond will take on this key role heading into the next phase of the season, providing a shift in the team's quarterback strategy.
- •Joey McGuire confirmed Will Hammond as QB1 for Texas Tech.
- •Tommy Castellanos started at quarterback in a recent game.
- •The announcement was made shortly after the conclusion of that game.
- 6:30 PMESPN NCAAF — Texas Tech says Hammond to be QB1 following Castellanos start
"Tommy Castellanos started at quarterback for Texas Tech on Friday, but coach Joey McGuire confirmed after the game that Will Hammond will be QB1 going forward.
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