Quarterback Thomas Castellanos accounted for three touchdowns in his first start for Texas Tech, leading the 13th-ranked Red Raiders to a bounce-back victory over No. 22 Arizona on Saturday. Castellanos took over the starting role from Will Hammond and delivered an efficient performance that helped Texas Tech recover from its previous loss.
The win marks a significant moment for the Red Raiders' season, with Castellanos providing immediate impact in his debut as the primary signal-caller. His three-touchdown effort powered Texas Tech past a ranked Arizona squad in a matchup that carried implications for both teams' conference standings.
