Decisive Second-Half Surge
Texas Tech Red Raiders secured a 29-7 victory over the Colorado Buffaloes on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at Folsom Field in Boulder. The Red Raiders, who improved to a perfect 5-0 record, relied on a dominant defensive performance and consistent special teams play to dismantle the home team, which fell to 2-3.
The game featured four interceptions by the visiting defense, a key factor in limiting Colorado’s offensive production despite their early lead. The decisive momentum shift occurred in the third quarter, where Texas Tech outscored Colorado 9-0 to take control of the contest.
Scoring Sequence and Key Plays
Colorado opened the scoring with an 8-yard pass from Isaac Wilson to Joseph Williams, followed by a kick from Elliott Arnold, giving the Buffaloes a 7-0 lead. Stone Harrington responded for Texas Tech with a 52-yard field goal in the first quarter to narrow the gap. The second quarter was scoreless for both teams.
In the third quarter, Harrington added a 27-yard field goal, and Terrance Carter Jr. caught an 11-yard touchdown pass from Will Hammond, although the two-point conversion failed. The fourth quarter saw Texas Tech extend their lead with a 46-yard field goal by Harrington.
