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Double pick-6s: Texas Tech LB Austin Romaine returns 2 interceptions for TDs on consecutive passes

PUBLISHED Sep 26, 2026, 2:35 PM ET

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Double pick-6s: Texas Tech LB Austin Romaine returns 2 interceptions for TDs on consecutive passes

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Texas Tech linebacker Austin Romaine secured two interceptions returned for touchdowns on consecutive passes during a game against Sam Houston. In the opening minute of the second quarter, Romaine caught a deflected pass from Brett Holloway and ran fifteen yards for a touchdown. On the immediate next play from scrimmage following the kickoff, Romaine intercepted a pass from Landyn Locke and returned it thirty-one yards for his second score. The rare defensive feat turned a narrow lead into a commanding twenty-one to zero advantage. Romaine is believed to be the first Football Bowl Subdivision player to record pick-sixes on consecutive throws since two thousand thirteen. Teammate Brock Gowlas deflected the first pass, setting up the historic sequence. The performance highlights exceptional defensive awareness and completely shifted game momentum. Texas Tech previously recorded two pick-sixes in a single game during a two thousand zero matchup, but Romaine is the first individual player to achieve two in one contest.

By Haya | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

On November 11 2000 Kevin Curtis and Antwan Alexander recorded pick-sixes against Oklahoma State.
On November 9 2013 DeVon Edwards returned two interceptions for scores against NC State.
On September 1 2024 Dashaun Peele returned two interceptions for touchdowns against Charlotte.
On September 26 2026 Austin Romaine intercepted two consecutive passes against Sam Houston.
On September 26 2026 Austin Romaine returned the first interception fifteen yards for touchdown.
On September 26 2026 Austin Romaine returned the second interception thirty-one yards for touchdown.
On September 26 2026 Texas Tech extended their game lead to twenty-one zero.
On September 26 2026 College football analysts recognized the rare consecutive pick-six performance.
On September 27 2026 Sports statisticians verified the historic nature of the defensive plays.
On September 27 2026 Media outlets reported nationwide on the unusual collegiate football milestone.

News Intelligence

Immediate US impact: College football fans witness rare defensive record matching historical milestones.
Possible long-term US impact: Defensive strategies in collegiate football emphasize immediate pressure on quarterbacks.
Most affected groups: College football enthusiasts, sports media, Texas Tech fans, athletic programs.
Reader priority: Verify sports reports through official league statistics and verified recaps.

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Left: Highlights the milestone as a rare athletic achievement and standout individual milestone. Center: Focuses strictly on statistical achievement and verified game events. Right: Emphasizes the defensive prowess and momentum swing of the home team.