Thomas Castellanos sparks Texas Tech in win over Arizona
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 31, 2026, 8:30 PM
Last updated Oct 31, 2026
Texas Tech, ranked No. 13, claimed a 34-26 victory against No. 22 Arizona on October 31, 2026. In his first start as quarterback, Thomas Castellanos rushed for 117 yards and threw for 144 yards with two touchdowns, revitalizing the Red Raiders' offense. Texas Tech's rushing attack gained a total of 328 yards, marked significantly by J'Koby Williams' 175-yard performance. The win places the Red Raiders back in contention for the Big 12 title, showcasing Castellanos' dual-threat abilities despite some passing inconsistencies.
- •Texas Tech improves to 34-26 against Arizona
- •Thomas Castellanos starts at quarterback for the first time
- •Castellanos rushes for 117 yards and 2 TDs
- •J'Koby Williams records 175 rushing yards
- •Texas Tech gains 328 rushing yards, most surrendered by Arizona since 2020
- 8:30 PMCBS Sports — Tommy Castellanos' performance in win over Arizona raises ceiling for Texas Tech
"Joey McGuire's bold switch at quarterback unlocked a dormant rushing attack, giving the Red Raiders a dual-threat dimension that re-establishes them as Big 12 title contenders
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