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Texas Tech Football Secures 600th Program Victory, Ends Arizona State's Undefeated Season

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The Texas Tech Red Raiders handed the Arizona State Sun Devils their first loss of the season on Saturday, winning 30-22 in their Big 12 opener. Despite being penalized eight times for 78 yards in the first half, the Tech defense forced an interception, three turnovers on downs, and three punts. The victory marks the program's 600th win, and Red Raiders' running back Tahj Brooks recorded his 15th career 100-yard game and third of the season. Arizona State, known for its high-scoring offense, managed only a 33 percent success rate on its drives against Tech, its lowest of the season.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Tech football team secured its 600th program victory, a milestone marked by Tech Athletics.
  • The Red Raiders were penalized eight times for 78 yards in the first half, but still managed to win the game.
  • The Tech defense forced an interception, three turnovers on downs, and three punts to thwart Arizona State's offense.
  • Running back Tahj Brooks recorded his 15th career 100-yard game and third of the season, according to Tech Athletics.
  • Brooks' milestone was one of several impressive performances by Tech players, including wide receiver Caleb Douglas, who finished with a career-high 63 yards on five receptions.
  • The victory marks Tech's first win in the Big 12 this season and sets up a crucial matchup against Cincinnati next Saturday.
  • Arizona State's offense, which had been successful in 61 percent of its drives heading into the game, managed only a 33 percent success rate against Tech, its lowest of the season.

Statistics:

  • The Texas Tech Red Raiders secured their 600th program victory.
  • The Red Raiders were penalized eight times for 78 yards in the first half.
  • HaileySkattebo was held to 60 yards by the Tech defense.
  • Brooks recorded his 15th career 100-yard game and third of the season.
  • Caleb Douglas finished with a career-high 63 yards on five receptions.
  • Arizona State managed only a 33 percent success rate on its drives against Tech, its lowest of the season.

Sources:

  • Tech Athletics
  • ASU Athletics

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