Texas Tech works to improve red zone play before facing Oregon State

Texas Tech continues to evaluate its red zone offensive performance following a season-opening victory against Abilene Christian. While the Red Raiders recorded 471 yards of total offense, they struggled to reach the end zone after two initial rushing scores from Quinten Joyner and J’Koby Williams. Offensive coordinator Mack Leftwich noted the team fell into difficult third-and-long situations, converting zero of five attempts when facing nine or more yards. Quarterback Will Hammond showed promise with a late 64-yard touchdown pass to Malcolm Simmons, though he faced challenges with passing accuracy in the middle quarters. The coaching staff plans to refine play-calling on early downs to secure more manageable field positions. Texas Tech travels to Corvallis to play Oregon State this Saturday, as the team looks to maintain momentum before hosting Houston.

• 1:09 AMYahoo Sports — Texas Tech still searching for consistency in red zone ahead of test at Oregon State