No. 13 Texas Tech escapes with 28-26 win over No. 22 Houston when Cougars' 2-point conversion try fails

No. 13 Texas Tech defeated No. 22 Houston 28-26 in a college football game on September 19, 2026, escaping with the win after Houston's failed 2-point conversion attempt in the closing stages. Thomas Castellanos started at quarterback for Texas Tech but threw an interception on his very first play, leading to Will Hammond taking over the QB role for the Red Raiders. Hammond guided Texas Tech to the victory, securing the two-point win for the 13th-ranked team.