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QB Behren Morton Won't Return for No. 9 Texas Tech Against Kansas After Apparent Lower Leg Injury
Morton, Big 12's third-leading passer, exited after a sack caused a right lower leg injury; backup Will Hammond took over as Texas Tech led 21-0 early in the game.
- Behren Morton exited Texas Tech's game against Kansas on Saturday with a right leg injury, walked off for evaluation, and was ruled out for the rest of the game.
- Early in the second quarter, Behren Morton, Texas Tech quarterback, suffered the injury on a sack when Kansas edge rusher Leroy Harris III landed on his lower leg for a three-yard loss.
- Before leaving, Behren Morton was 7-of-12 for 91 yards and a touchdown, marking the third game this season he has exited due to injury.
- Backup QB Will Hammond replaced Behren Morton, finishing the first half with a 21-17 lead despite throwing an interception and offensive struggles as Kansas trimmed the margin.
- With Texas Tech 5-0, the Red Raiders will hope Behren Morton can be available for Week 8 against Arizona State as his injury’s seriousness is assessed.
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QB Behren Morton won't return for No. 9 Texas Tech against Kansas after apparent lower leg injury
Texas Tech quarterback Behren Morton exited the No. 9 Red Raiders’ game against Kansas and won't return after appearing to injure his lower right leg when he was sacked in the second quarter.
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