Texas Tech Coach Joey McGuire Drops Surprising Update on Behren Morton’s Injury – What It Means for the Season

Is Texas Tech quietly building a college football powerhouse right before our very eyes? With Behren Morton calling the shots, it sure feels like the Red Raiders are onto something special this season. Sure, Morton’s recent neck injury was a heart-stopping moment against Utah—but don’t count him out just yet. Coach Joey McGuire’s upbeat update has fans breathing a sigh of relief, hinting that Morton’s experience will steer Texas Tech through the season’s crunch time. And while rookie Will Hammond dazzled during Morton’s brief exit, it’s clear the seasoned QB’s leadership is indispensable on this playoff-bound journey. So, is this the year Texas Tech surprises everyone and takes down the Big 12? Only time will tell—but one thing’s for sure, this team isn’t just playing—they’re making a statement. LEARN MORE

The Texas Tech football team is emerging as one of the best squads in college football, and quarterback Behren Morton is a big reason why. Morton came into this season with a lot of experience, and it is paying off for him. Morton and the Red Raiders had one of their biggest games of the season last weekend against Utah on the road, and they got the win. However, Morton left the game in the second half because of a neck injury.

Behren Morton and Texas Tech ended up beating Utah 34-10, but Morton did suffer an injury. Fortunately, it does not appear to be serious, and head coach Joey McGuire gave a promising update on him on Wednesday.

“Behren’s doing great,” McGuire said, according to an article from On3. “He was in there this morning. If we played Saturday, he’d be ready to go. We practiced today, so he’ll do 7 on 7. It’ll be a short practice for the older guys, and then we’ll get a bunch of scrimmage reps with the young guys.”

That is great news for Texas Tech football fans. Morton did struggle a little bit against Utah and backup Will Hammond played fantastic, so the Red Raiders do seem to have good depth at the position. However, Morton’s experience will be crucial throughout the remainder of the season, and Texas Tech needs him.

Morton was 12-19 through the air for 142 yards, zero touchdowns and two interceptions against Utah. Hammond was 13-16 for 169 yards, two touchdowns and zero picks. It certainly wasn’t Morton’s best game, but it’s rare to see him struggle like that.

After the win, Behren Morton and the Texas Tech football team are in a great spot. The Red Raiders are 4-0 and ranked No. 12 in the country. They look like the team to beat in the Big 12, and the schedule shapes up nicely for a run to the College Football Playoff.

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