No. 12 Texas Tech Edges No. 23 Houston 28-26
No. 12 Texas Tech Edges No. 23 Houston 28-26
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Key Points
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Tommy Castellanos started at quarterback but threw an interception on Texas Tech’s first offensive snap, after which Will Hammond took over and guided the comeback.
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Hammond was still wearing a brace on his right leg after missing nearly all of the 2025 season with an injury; he also added 30 rushing yards, including a 22-yard run.
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Kenny Johnson was a major part of Texas Tech’s passing attack, catching four passes for 113 yards and a touchdown, including a 35-yard scoring reception early in the second quarter.
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After Houston’s failed two-point attempt, the Cougars also missed an onside kick; Texas Tech recovered at Houston’s 47-yard line, and Cameron Dickey’s 12-yard run on the next series effectively sealed the victory.
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The game marked Texas Tech’s first Friday home game since 1941, and the Red Raiders debuted black Adidas uniforms with electric-red trim designed by former quarterback Patrick Mahomes.
No. 12 Texas Tech escaped a nail-biter against No. 23 Houston, winning 28-26 in the Big 12 opener after Houston's quarterback Conner Weigman came just short on a two-point conversion in the final minute CBS Sports. The Red Raiders improved to 3-0 and extended their winning streak over the Cougars to eight games, overcoming a 10-0 deficit with two second-half rushing touchdowns.
Will Hammond took over at quarterback after Tommy Castellanos threw an interception on Texas Tech's opening snap. Hammond completed 17 of 27 passes for 257 yards and one touchdown while still wearing a brace on his right leg after missing most of the 2025 season with injury Medicine Hat News.
Why 2013 Started Strong
The film opens with one of baseball's most beloved moments: the Boston Red Sox winning the World Series after 86 years of heartbreak. ESPN noted that the 2013 postseason run captivated the nation and united a city long cursed by the 'Curse of the Bambino.' This victory became the emotional anchor for the documentary's storytelling.
Beyond Boston, 2013 featured remarkable individual performances. The Athletic highlighted Miguel Cabrera winning the Triple Crown—batting .330 with 44 home runs and 139 RBIs—an achievement not seen since 1967. These narratives promised rich material for documentary exploration.
How the Documentary Missed Its Mark
Despite strong source material, reviewers found the film struggled with pacing and focus. Variety criticized the documentary for spreading itself too thin across multiple storylines without developing any single narrative deeply enough. The result felt disjointed rather than cohesive.
The New York Times noted that the filmmakers failed to capture the emotional weight of 2013's defining moments. Interviews felt superficial, and key players appeared underutilized. The documentary could have chosen 2-3 central narratives but instead tried to be comprehensive, ultimately serving none well.
What Fans Expected vs. What They Got
Baseball fans anticipated an intimate look at the personalities reshaping the sport in 2013. Sports Illustrated reported that viewers hoped for behind-the-scenes access and candid athlete interviews. Instead, the documentary relied heavily on archival footage and talking-head commentary from analysts.
Rolling Stone observed that the film's 90-minute runtime felt insufficient for the ambitions outlined in its premise. Fans wanted depth; they received a surface-level highlight reel. The missed opportunity to explore why 2013 mattered—beyond just wins and losses—left audiences disappointed.
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