For Matt Wells’ sake, let’s hope he has thick skin. That’s because his every move as Texas Tech football head coach is going to be even more heavily scrutinized than normal now that two candidates that were popular with Red Raider fans have found new jobs, with both coming closer to Texas Tech.
Thursday, Houston introduced former West Virginia head coach Dana Holgorsen as the Cougars’ new head coach. After compiling a 61-41 record at West Virginia in eight seasons, the former Texas Tech receivers coach and offensive coordinator wore out his welcome after being unable to get what many considered his most talented team to the Big 12 title game.