The Texas Tech football team concluded their season on a triumphant note, overwhelming West Virginia with a commanding 52-15 victory at Jones AT&T Stadium. With this win, the Red Raiders finished the regular season with an impressive 8-4 record, including 6-3 in Big 12 play.
The game showcased Texas Tech’s offensive skill as they scored on each of their first seven drives. Although the team started with field goals, they quickly found the end zone on the next five possessions. Behren Morton led the charge with a stellar performance, passing for 359 yards. Tahj Brooks also shined, rushing for a career-high 188 yards and scoring three touchdowns, while Josh Kelly contributed 150 receiving yards.
The Texas Tech defense delivered a standout performance as well, registering three sacks, an interception, and a fumble recovery during a dominant first half. The team’s defensive strength allowed them to establish a significant lead, ending the half with a 35-3 advantage.
This decisive win marked a shift for Texas Tech in their matchups against Big 12 opponents, showcasing a level of dominance that had been missing in previous games. The Red Raiders managed to secure their eighth win of the season, the first time they’ve accomplished this since 2009, and they aim to reach nine wins for the first time in over a decade in their upcoming bowl game.
Several individual accomplishments added to the spirit of the victory. Behren Morton surpassed the 3,000-yard passing milestone, becoming the first Texas Tech quarterback to do so since 2017. Additionally, Josh Kelly joined the elite club of receivers surpassing 1,000 yards this season, a feat not seen for the program since 2018.
Tahj Brooks made history as well, setting a new Texas Tech single-season record with his 11th 100-yard rushing game. He also reached the significant milestone of 1,500 rushing yards for the season, becoming the only running back in program history to achieve this feat in consecutive seasons.
This impressive performance signals a bright future for the Texas Tech football program as they build momentum heading into their bowl game and beyond. The team, led by a strong senior class, has laid a solid foundation of success for the upcoming seasons.
Overall, this victory not only represents a significant accomplishment but also a hopeful glimpse into the potential for continued success for Texas Tech football.