Texas Tech edges Houston 28-26 in dramatic Big 12 opener

No. 13 Texas Tech secured a 28-26 victory over No. 22 Houston in their Big 12 conference opener in Lubbock, Texas. The game concluded with a dramatic replay review after Houston quarterback Conner Weigman attempted a two-point conversion to tie the score. Officials ruled that Weigman was stopped just short of the goal line, upholding the Red Raiders' win.

Houston initially led 10-0 following an interception by the Cougars, but Texas Tech rallied behind quarterback Will Hammond, who completed 17 of 27 passes for 257 yards and a touchdown. J’Koby Williams and Cameron Dickey provided rushing touchdowns for Texas Tech. Houston’s late comeback was fueled by a 10-yard touchdown pass from Weigman to Patrick Overmyer with 49 seconds remaining.

Following the match, Texas Tech head coach Joey McGuire clarified that Will Hammond remains the team’s starting quarterback, despite Tommy Castellanos receiving starts and being utilized in specific offensive packages.