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Texas Tech’s Behren Morton Cleared To Start At Houston After Head/Neck Scare

The matchup pits two 4-0 teams in an early Big 12 test.

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Oct 19, 2024; Lubbock, Texas, USA; Texas Tech Red Raiders quarterback Behren Morton (2) scrambles in the first half during the game against the Baylor Bears at Jones AT&T Stadium and Cody Campbell Field. Mandatory Credit: Michael C. Johnson-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Coach Joey McGuire said Morton cleared concussion protocol during the bye week and will start against the Cougars.
  • McGuire noted freshman backup Will Hammond could see the field after excelling in relief at Utah with 13-of-16 passing for 169 yards, two touchdowns, and 61 rushing yards.
  • Morton has completed 69 percent of his passes for 1,065 yards with 11 touchdowns and three interceptions through four games.
  • Texas Tech is ranked No. 11 after a 4-0 start, including a 34-10 win at then-No. 16 Utah and a defense that has allowed 45 points in four games.
  • Houston is also 4-0 under Willie Fritz, coming off an overtime win at Oregon State with transfer contributors leading the offense, and kickoff is set for 6 p.m. CT at TDECU Stadium.