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Oklahoma State hosts No. 10 Texas Tech with Big 12 title game implications

Oklahoma State has turned things around in the Big 12, gearing up for a key game against No. 10 Texas Tech. The Cowboys didn't win a single conference game the past two seasons, bu...

6 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

AP Player of the Week: Notre Dame's CJ Carr passed for 319 yards and 3 TDs against Miami

Notre Dame quarterback CJ Carr is The Associated Press national player of the week in college football for his performance against top-ranked Miami

2 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Thomas Castellanos throws 5 TD passes as No. 13 Texas Tech holds off West Virginia 53-48

Thomas Castellanos threw for a career-high five touchdowns, including the go-ahead score to Kenny Johnson with 2:44 remaining, and No. 13 Texas Tech held on for a 53-48 victory ove...

4 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Tommy Castellanos gets the start and helps No. 13 Texas Tech to 34-26 win over No. 22 Arizona

Tommy Castellanos threw two touchdown passes and ran for 117 yards and a score as the starter over Will Hammond, and No. 13 Texas Tech beat No. 22 Arizona 34-26 in a matchup that w...

OCTOBER 31 • Associated Press

Castellanos starts at QB over Hammond and No. 13 Texas Tech beats Arizona a week after 1st loss

Tommy Castellanos threw two touchdown passes and ran for 117 yards with another score after starting at quarterback for No. 13 Texas Tech instead of Will Hammond

OCTOBER 31 • Associated Press

On the bench for Week 9 Hammond will not start in Saturday's game against Arizona, On3 reports.

Impact Ultimately, Hammond potentially sharing signs in Saturday's game signaled a diminished role for the weekend matchup, and his demotion has been confirmed with Tommy Castellanos in line to start against Arizona. Hammond will have to hope for Castellanos to falter for another chance to start under center.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Could lose snaps in Week 9 Hammond could get fewer snaps in Saturday's game against Arizona, Matt Zenitz of CBS Sports reports.

Impact The announcement comes after Week 8, when Hammond struggled with his end product at Cincinnati. Despite completing 64.9 percent of 37 pass attempts for 227 passing yards, he logged zero touchdowns and two turnovers, split evenly between the quarterback's interception and his fumble. Hammond will share his snaps with Tommy Castellanos, one of college football's more proven backups going into the 2026 season.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

No. 2 Ohio State continues season of chaos with 38-10 loss to Southern California

Call it the college football season of chaos

OCTOBER 30 • Associated Press

Held scoreless for first time Hammond was 24-for-37 passing for 227 yards and one interception during Saturday's 37-24 loss to Cincinnati. He also had 14 rushes for 23 yards.

Impact Hammond failed to account for a touchdown for the first time this season. A lost fumble and an interception helped fuel the Bearcats' biggest win of the season as the previously unbeaten Red Raiders struggled to find their usual rhythm. The challenge only gets tougher next week against a red-hot Arizona squad that has won four straight games and emerged as one of the Big 12's most dangerous teams. Hammond remains one of the conference's top fantasy quarterbacks, but his after his first touchdown-less performance of the year, he'll be looking to bounce back in what could be one of the marquee matchups of the upcoming weekend.

OCTOBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

No. 8 Texas Tech Red Raiders vs Cincinnati Bearcats Highlights | FOX College Football

OCTOBER 24 • FOX SPORTS

Texas Tech not as lopsided in this 6-0 start and part of undefeated Big 12 trio with BYU, Utah

Texas Tech is again undefeated halfway through the regular season

OCTOBER 20 • Associated Press

Keeps the offense humming Hammond was 18-for-26 passing for 232 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 53-25 victory over Arizona State. He also had six rushes for 25 yards with one touchdown.

Impact Hammond once again delivered an efficient fantasy performance while Texas Tech's rushing attack stole most of the headlines. The junior quarterback directed an offense that scored 43 first-half points and piled up 502 total yards, continuing to show why Texas Tech remains one of the most dangerous teams in the Big 12. Hammond's passing numbers weren't as gaudy as some of his previous outings because Texas Tech dominated on the ground, but his dual-threat ability helped maintain a strong fantasy floor. Surrounded by playmakers and operating in an offense that continues to generate explosive plays, Hammond remains one of the more reliable fantasy quarterbacks in the conference as the undefeated Red Raiders push deeper into Big 12 play.

OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Arizona State Sun Devils vs No. 10 Texas Tech Red Raiders Highlights 🏈 FOX College Football

OCTOBER 17 • FOX SPORTS

Texas Tech's Will Hammond spins into the end zone to extend lead over Arizona State

OCTOBER 17 • FOX SPORTS

Texas Tech fans shouldn't be so quick to write off Will Hammond as a long-term QB1 This weekend, the Texas Tech football team is enjoying a much-needed open date. While that provides the team time to heal and refresh, it al...

OCTOBER 10 • WRECKEMRED.COM

Defense did the heavy lifting Hammond completed 17 of 26 passes for 134 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 29-7 victory against Colorado. He also had five rushes for seven yards.

Impact Hammond and the Texas Tech offense never found much rhythm in the win at Colorado while the defense generated four interceptions and repeatedly handed the offense favorable field position. Texas Tech has now won five straight games, but this was another reminder that Hammond's fantasy ceiling is closely tied to game environment, as the Red Raiders simply didn't need him to chase points or carry the offense. Texas Tech is on a bye next week before returning to play Arizona State.

OCTOBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Will Hammond finds Terrence Carter Jr. for 11-yard TD, giving Texas Tech lead over Colorado

OCTOBER 4 • FOX SPORTS

Texas Tech QB Thomas Castellanos Among NCAA Athletes Ruled Ineligible

Court rulings in Kentucky and Ohio reversed the eligibility for multiple NCAA athletes, including Texas Tech QB Thomas Castellanos.

OCTOBER 3 • FOX SPORTS

Texas Tech QB Thomas Castellanos Among NCAA Athletes Ruled Ineligible

Shakes off turnover troubles Hammond was 17-for-29 passing for 224 yards, one touchdown and three interceptions during Saturday's 49-14 victory against Sam Houston State. He also had two rushes for 36 yards wi...

Impact Hammond's day was a mixed bag, adding his first rushing score of the season while also tossing three interceptions on three straight first-half drives as Texas Tech's 21-point lead nearly evaporated. The Red Raiders starting QB responded well after halftime, helping lead a 28-0 second-half surge to put Sam Houston away. The fantasy production has been okay with at least one touchdown in each game, but turnovers have been a recurring theme early this season. Against tougher Big 12 competition, Hammond's value will hinge on turning those explosive plays into cleaner outings.

SEPTEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Romaine has 2 quick pick-6s as No. 11 Texas Tech beats Sam Houston 49-14 for 11th home win in row

Texas Tech linebacker Austin Romaine became the first FBS player in 13 years to return two interceptions for touchdowns on consecutive throws, Cameron Dickey ran for two scores and...

SEPTEMBER 26 • Associated Press

How to live stream Sam Houston vs Texas Tech: College Football, TV channel The No. 11 Texas Tech Red Raiders look to complete an undefeated opening month when they host the Sam Houston Bearkats on Saturday afternoon...

SEPTEMBER 26 • THEBIGLEAD.COM

Big 12 QB Rankings: Will Hammond Rises as Michael Hawkins and Drew Mestemaker Meet in Week 4 A highly consequential duel between Conner Weigman and Will Hammond at Texas Tech kicked off Week 3 for the Big 12's quarterbacks on Friday....

SEPTEMBER 24 • SI.COM

Will Hammond showed vs. Houston that Texas Tech offense is on the verge of a breakout Though the Texas Tech football team is 3-0 to start the season and coming off a critically important 28-26 win over Houston to open Big 12 p...

SEPTEMBER 23 • WRECKEMRED.COM

Seizes control of Texas Tech's offense Hammond completed 17 of 27 passes for 257 yards, one touchdown and one interception during Friday's 28-26 win against Houston. He also had five rushes for 30 yards.

Impact Hammond looked firmly in command of the offense in a ranked Big 12 matchup. Through three games, Hammond has emerged as the focal point of a Texas Tech offense that continues to generate explosive plays. While Texas Tech still uses Tommy Castellanos in specialized packages, Hammond handled the bulk of the passing workload and delivered when the game was on the line. Going forward, Hammond's fantasy arrow is pointing up. His grip on the QB1 role appears stronger after this performance, and fantasy managers in deeper formats should view him as an ascending starter with weekly upside. If the Red Raiders continue to trust him in competitive conference games, he could become a reliable fantasy option over the next several weeks.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Hammond and offense find form as he leads No. 13 Red Raiders to win over No. 22 Houston Texas Tech quarterback Will Hammond finally found his rhythm. One week removed from the Red Raiders’ sluggish offensive effort against Orego...

SEPTEMBER 20 • SI.COM

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