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Texas Tech’s football team handed the University of Houston its first loss of the season with a decisive 35-11 victory at TDECU Stadium. Injuries plagued the Cougars, specifically the absence of starting quarterback Conner Weigman, leading to a disappointing performance where they only managed to score 11 points. Coach Willie Fritz acknowledged the team’s shortcomings and emphasized the need for improvement as they look ahead to their next game against Oklahoma State.
Houston, TX – Texas Tech’s football team handed the University of Houston its first loss of the season on Saturday night, winning decisively with a score of 35-11. This defeat occurred during a prime-time game at TDECU Stadium, where a crowd of 42,806 attended, marking the third-largest audience in the stadium’s history.
The Cougars’ setbacks were compounded by injuries, most notably the absence of starting quarterback Conner Weigman, who did not return after halftime due to an upper-body injury sustained earlier in the game. Coach Willie Fritz acknowledged the team’s “poor performance” and took full responsibility for not properly preparing his players.
Texas Tech immediately took control of the game, scoring first with a fumble recovery on the Cougars’ opening play. Houston struggled to keep pace, falling behind 25-3 by halftime, and faced relentless pressure from Texas Tech’s defense throughout the match. The Cougars were limited to a season-low offensive performance, scoring only 11 points and accumulating just 267 total yards. Houston’s attempts to convert on third down proved particularly futile, managing only 1-of-12 attempts.
Weigman completed 5 of 12 passes for 71 yards prior to his injury. His backup, Zeon Chriss-Gremillion, did connect for a 64-yard touchdown pass to Amare Thomas, offering a brief moment of excitement for the home crowd. However, it was not enough to overcome the significant gap in scoring.
On the other side, Texas Tech’s rushing attack was led by J’Koby Williams, who rushed for 107 yards and two touchdowns. Quarterback Behren Morton completed 28 of his 40 pass attempts for a total of 345 yards and one touchdown, demonstrating the strength of the Red Raiders’ offensive strategy.
Throughout the game, Houston’s offensive struggles were evident. They managed only one red-zone appearance, which showcases their inability to penetrate Texas Tech’s defense effectively. In contrast, the Red Raiders dominated the field, gathering 552 total yards and averaging nearly seven yards per play, highlighting inefficiencies in Houston’s defensive scheme.
In the aftermath of the game, Coach Fritz emphasized the team’s need for self-reflection and improvement, particularly as they prepare for their upcoming contest against Oklahoma State. Safety Kentrell Webb echoed this sentiment, encouraging teammates to maintain a positive mindset despite the frustration of the loss, asserting that there is still a long season ahead.
As Texas Tech revels in its comprehensive win, the Cougars will need to regroup and reassess their strategy moving forward to recover from this setback. The lessons learned from this heavy defeat may prove crucial as they aim to return to form in future games.
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- Houston Chronicle: Texas Tech vs. Houston Recap
- Wikipedia: Texas Tech Red Raiders Football
- Lubbock Online: Live Updates on Texas Tech vs. Houston
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- Google Scholar: Texas Tech
- Houston Chronicle: Texas College Football Rankings
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Houston Cougars Football
- ESPN: Texas Tech Lands 5-Star DT Jalen Brewster
- Google News: Houston Cougars Football
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