Texas Tech quarterback Thomas Castellanos has been cleared to return to action following an injury scare during the team’s dominant 52-27 win over Oklahoma State.
The signal-caller left the game after landing on the ball, which initially sparked concerns regarding his ribs, “according to Lubbock reporter Don Williams.”
Head coach Joey McGuire provided an update on the status of his starting quarterback following the contest.
McGuire explained that the injury was primarily a matter of having the wind knocked out of him, “as reported by ClutchPoints.”
The coach further clarified the medical outcome by stating, “X-rays came back good.”
McGuire noted that Castellanos could have returned to the field if the score had remained competitive, “per Yahoo Sports.”
Castellanos delivered a strong performance before his exit, recording 263 passing yards and four touchdown passes.
He has now accounted for nine total touchdown passes over the course of his last two appearances.
The victory improved the Red Raiders to a 9-1 record on the season as they continue their pursuit of a Big 12 championship appearance.
McGuire expressed his satisfaction with the team’s resilience after their recent struggle against West Virginia.
“I am so proud of our guys. They responded…..we keep finding ways to win,” the coach stated, “as noted by local media.”
The Red Raiders currently sit second in the Big 12 standings behind the undefeated Utah Utes.
Texas Tech is aiming to secure a spot in the College Football Playoff, a stage they reached last year before falling to Oregon.
The team maintains high expectations for the remainder of the schedule.
“We are going to keep trying to win, and play our way into that conference championship game,” McGuire said regarding the team’s goals, “according to the Texas Tech official athletics site.”
Texas Tech is scheduled to face Baylor this coming Saturday.