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Texas Tech's Morton Questionable; Freshman Hammond Ready to Start

10/16/2025

Summary

Story summary

Texas Tech quarterback Behren Morton is questionable for Saturday's game against Arizona State due to a right ankle injury sustained during last week's win over Kansas.
If Morton cannot play, redshirt freshman Will Hammond will start.
Hammond previously threw for 169 yards and two touchdowns in relief against Utah.
Arizona State's staff is preparing for both quarterbacks, noting Morton's experience closely.
Kickoff is at 4 p.m. ET in Tempe.

History

Historical Context

In 2014, the NCAA introduced stricter injury protocols to address growing concerns over player safety, particularly regarding concussions. This followed decades of increasing awareness about head injuries, with the NFL's Mild Traumatic Brain Injury Committee formed in 1994 to study their effects. The ongoing impact of these protocols is evident in teams like Texas Tech and Arizona State, which now adapt strategies to manage player health effectively.

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Story summary

Texas Tech quarterback Behren Morton is questionable for Saturday's game against Arizona State due to a right ankle injury sustained during last week's win over Kansas.
If Morton cannot play, redshirt freshman Will Hammond will start.
Hammond previously threw for 169 yards and two touchdowns in relief against Utah.
Arizona State's staff is preparing for both quarterbacks, noting Morton's experience closely.
Kickoff is at 4 p.m. ET in Tempe.

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