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Five takeaways from Texas Tech media availability: Ward not clear starter, defense prepares for Hill’s versatility

The Texas Tech Red Raiders travel east to Fort Worth this Saturday for their fifth Big 12 Conference game of the season. Tech coach Kliff Kingsbury and players spoke about their preparation for the Horned Frogs before Saturday's game.

Here are five takeaways from both media sessions:

1. Da'Leon Ward not set starting running back

True freshman running back Da'Leon Ward got the start for the Red Raiders in their 66-59 loss to Oklahoma last Saturday. Ward did not do much posting 31 yards on seven carries. However, Ward did record his first rushing touchdown as a Red Raider against the Sooners.