texas Tech Edges BYU in High-Scoring Offensive Battle
ARLINGTON, Texas – Texas Tech defeated โBYU 45-38 in a thrilling, back-and-forth contest at AT&T Stadium on Saturday, โshowcasing explosive offenses and late-game โdrama. The โRed Raiders’ victory โขmarks a meaningful early-season win, while BYU suffers its first loss of the year.
This matchup, a clash between two programs seeking to establish themselves as offensive powerhouses, delivered on its promise of fireworks. โขThe game’s outcome carries implications for both teams’ bowl aspirations and national rankings. Texas Tech improves to 2-0, while BYU falls to 1-1.
Texas Tech โคquarterback Behren Morton completed 30 of 48 passes for 325 yards and threeโ touchdowns, while โขrunning back Tahj Brooks rushed for 101 yards and a touchdown. BYU’s โฃKedon โขSlovis threw for 321 yards and three touchdowns, connecting with Kody Epps eight โtimes for 127 yards and a score.
The Red โขRaiders built an early lead, capitalizing on BYU turnovers. However, the Cougars responded withโ a potent aerial attack, keeping the game within reach. A late BYU rally fell short asโข Texas Tech’s defense secured a crucial stop in the final minutes.
Key Game Moments:
* First Quarter: Texas Tech jumpedโข ahead with a quick touchdown drive, fueled by efficient passing from Morton.
* Second Quarter: BYU answered with a touchdown โof theirโข own, but a Red Raiders field goal extended the lead to โค10-7.
* โข Third Quarter: The offenses โtraded blows, with both teams scoring multiple โขtouchdowns.Slovis connected with Epps for a long touchdown, but Texas โTech responded with aโข scoring drive of their own.
* Fourth Quarter: A back-and-forth affair saw both teams exchange leads.โ Texas tech ultimately sealed the victory with a late touchdown and a defensive stand.
Final Score:
Texas Tech 45,BYU 38
Up Next:
Texas Tech will return home to face Tarleton State on September 9th. BYU will โคhost Western Kentucky on September 9th.