Texas Tech QB Behren Morton will miss Liberty Bowl after elective shoulder surgery
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Texas Tech QB Behren Morton will miss Liberty Bowl after elective shoulder surgery

Associated Press  

LUBBOCK, Texas — Texas Tech junior quarterback Behren Morton will miss the Liberty Bowl after undergoing elective shoulder surgery, the school said Saturday. I elected to undergo this surgery now for my long-term success.” The Red Raiders play Arkansas from the SEC in a matchup of former Southwest Conference foes in the Liberty Bowl on Dec. 27. “I know he wants to be with his teammates against Arkansas in the Liberty Bowl, but this decision is best for his long-term future as a quarterback as well as following his playing career,” Texas Tech coach Joey McGuire said of Morton. Touted true freshman Will Hammond is set to make his first career start in Morton’s place in the Liberty Bowl.

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Texas Tech Stages a Late Comeback to Defeat Iowa State in Thriller
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Texas Tech Stages a Late Comeback to Defeat Iowa State in Thriller

Associated Press  

Texas Tech secured a 23-22 upset over No. 11 Iowa State, marking the Red Raiders' fourth consecutive bowl appearance. Behren Morton shone with 237 passing yards and two touchdowns, while Tahj Brooks led the Cyclones with a 5-yard touchdown run. The Red Raiders overcame three false starts on their winning drive, with Morton converting a crucial fourth-and-7 pass to Josh …

Tech QB Morton Injures Non-Throwing Shoulder in Loss at TCU
2 months ago

Tech QB Morton Injures Non-Throwing Shoulder in Loss at TCU

Associated Press  

Texas Tech quarterback Behren Morton suffered an injury in the second half of their game against TCU. He injured his left non-throwing shoulder and was replaced by Will Hammond. X-rays were inconclusive, but the team indicated it could be a collarbone injury. Morton was in a sling and was re-evaluated when the team got home.

Texas Tech ends spring early for QB Behren Morton as 2024 starter recovers from shoulder issue
8 months, 4 weeks ago

Texas Tech ends spring early for QB Behren Morton as 2024 starter recovers from shoulder issue

Associated Press  

LUBBOCK, Texas — Texas Tech is ending spring practice for quarterback Behren Morton, who was limited by a shoulder injury last season and has already been named the 2024 starter. Coach Joey McGuire said Wednesday the decision to shut down Morton was made in the interest of the junior’s health, and that he would resume football activities this summer. Morton …

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