Texas Tech Taps Will Hammond as Starting Quarterback for Upcoming Season
Texas Tech football is placing its confidence in sophomore quarterback Will Hammond to lead the team following the departure of Brendan Sorsby. Hammond, despite a torn ACL suffered last season, is reportedly ready and has the backing of his coaches…
Salt Lake City, UT, July 30, 2026 —
Texas Tech football is set to begin the upcoming season with sophomore quarterback Will Hammond at the helm, following the departure of Brendan Sorsby. The coaching staff and players have expressed confidence in Hammond to lead the offense.
Hammond is reportedly prepared to take on the starting role, despite sustaining a torn ACL during the previous season. His commitment and drive have earned him the support of his team and coaches. The team believes his work ethic and competitive nature position him as a strong candidate to address the team’s quarterback needs.
The Red Raiders are optimistic about their offensive potential with Hammond directing the unit. This confidence is further bolstered by what is described as a strong supporting cast around the sophomore quarterback. The team’s collective belief is that Hammond is the right choice to guide Texas Tech moving forward.
Further details regarding the timeline for Hammond’s full recovery from his injury or specific statistics from his previous performances were not provided in the summary. The team’s expectation is that Hammond will be ready to perform as the season commences.
Story summarized from the original created by Brandon Judd on www.deseret.com, see more information here.
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