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Texas Tech fall camp: Joey McGuire talks Will Hammond, LaDamion Guyton, first scrimmage standouts
Texas Tech quarterback Will Hammond and receiver LaDamion Guyton made strong impressions during the Red Raiders opening fall camp practice.
For Red Raider faithful across Lubbock, from Tech Terrace residents to those tailgating on the Broadway Street side, this scrimmage fuels excitement. Seeing promising new players like Hammond and Guyton performing well injects optimism for the entire season. It signals that the coaching staff has real options, potentially leading to more thrilling finishes and stronger performances every Saturday at Jones AT&T Stadium. This early showing provides a taste of the energy that will fill the stadium come kickoff.
The challenge now shifts to maintaining this momentum as camp continues, with roster spots still open for players eager to shine.
Common questions
Which players impressed at Texas Tech's fall camp scrimmage?
- Quarterback Will Hammond and wide receiver LaDamion Guyton made strong impressions during Texas Tech's opening fall camp practice. Head coach Joey McGuire specifically praised Hammond's progress and Guyton's breakout performance during the live session.
What was the overall performance of the Texas Tech scrimmage?
- Head coach Joey McGuire described the scrimmage as a genuine back-and-forth battle, with neither the offense nor defense consistently dominating. He noted several standout performances across the team, indicating competitive play from both sides.
Did any other units perform well during fall camp?
- Yes, special teams also offered some unexpected, eye-opening plays during the fall camp scrimmage. Their performance added an early spark to the camp proceedings, showing potential contributions from all areas of the Texas Tech football program.
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