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Castellanos Ignites Texas Tech Rally Past Arizona
Quarterback switch sparks dual-threat output and keeps playoff hopes intact
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New starter revives offense
A week after a loss to Cincinnati, Texas Tech turned to Thomas Castellanos at quarterback and watched the No. 13 Red Raiders top the No. 22 Wildcats 34-26. Castellanos threw for 144 yards and two scores on 11 of 24 attempts while adding 117 rushing yards and a touchdown in his first start for the program.
Ground attack creates separation
Castellanos completed a 24-yard touchdown pass to Terrance Carter Jr. and a 27-yard score to Kenny Johnson. Running back J'Koby Williams carried 14 times for 175 yards, including a 64-yard touchdown run that pushed the lead to 34-23. The duo became the first Texas Tech teammates to each surpass 110 rushing yards in one game, and the Red Raiders finished with 332 rushing yards.
Experience lifts team outlook
Castellanos averaged 15.3 air yards per attempt, stretching the field more than the previous starter. Coach Joey McGuire noted the added confidence and downfield threat helped open running lanes and create space for the offense overall.
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