How freshmen quarterbacks from Texas Tech, Iowa State found themselves in a unique position

Quarterbacks grow up so fast nowadays.

Case in point: Texas Tech’s Alan Bowman and Iowa State’s Brock Purdy.

The two were supposed to be apprentices this season, learning their craft. At best, Bowman and Purdy were expected to make a few game appearances, taking advantage of the new redshirt rule.

Now the freshmen will meet as starters Saturday when Tech (5-2, 3-1 Big 12) travels to Iowa State (3-3, 2-2).

With just one Big 12 loss and Oklahoma and Texas each headed to Lubbock, the Red Raiders have an opportunity to play themselves into the Big 12 championship game Dec. 1 at AT&T Stadium. After two straight wins, Iowa State has chance at a nice bowl reward.

Bowman and Purdy have played a key role…