Texas Tech linebacker scores twice on consecutive pick-sixes
Austin Romaine returned two interceptions for touchdowns on back-to-back Sam Houston pass attempts.
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Texas Tech linebacker Austin Romaine delivered one of the more unusual defensive sequences of the college football season on Saturday, returning two interceptions for touchdowns on consecutive pass attempts thrown by Sam Houston.
The back-to-back pick-sixes came in quick succession, with Romaine reading the Sam Houston quarterback's throws and racing untouched to the end zone both times. Turnovers of that kind rarely happen twice in a row from the same player within a single game, making the sequence a highlight-reel moment for Texas Tech's defense.
A costly stretch for Sam Houston
For Sam Houston, the two turnovers proved especially damaging, handing Texas Tech points off mistakes rather than sustained offensive drives. Coaches on the losing side will likely point to decision-making in the passing game as the key area to address following the loss.
Romaine's performance added to a growing list of defensive highlights around college football this week, with defensive touchdowns increasingly becoming a deciding factor in close matchups. Texas Tech's coaching staff is expected to highlight the sequence as an example of disciplined, opportunistic defense.
The win keeps Texas Tech's season on track, while Sam Houston will look to regroup after a game defined in large part by the turnovers Romaine forced.
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