Tommy Castellanos has disastrous interception in return for Texas Tech
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 2:29 AM
Last updated Sep 19, 2026

Texas Tech quarterback Tommy Castellanos experienced a rocky return to college football against Houston Cougars in Week 3. In his first play back, Castellanos threw an interception that left fans and commentators stunned. Although the Red Raiders were expecting a tough matchup against a ranked opponent, this play overshadowed Castellanos's comeback story, emerging from a court battle to regain eligibility. Analysts and fans are discussing the significant miscue, which is being labeled as one of the worst plays in college football history.
- •Castellanos returned after a court battle for eligibility.
- •He threw an interception on his first snap against Houston.
- •Texas Tech was coming off a historic 12-win season.
- •The interception became a viral moment among fans and analysts.
- •commentators are analyzing the throw as a major error.
- 2:29 AMYahoo Sports — Texas Tech’s Tommy Castellanos Becomes CFB’s Laughing Stock Over Embarrassing First Play in Return to College Football
"Texas Tech quarterback Tommy Castellanos turned his big college football comeback into an instant viral nightmare against the Houston Cougars in Week 3. Fresh off a court battle to play another season, the former Florida State star entered the game to give the Red Raiders an explosive spark.
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