TCU Edges Kansas State in Fort Worth
The TCU Horned Frogs secured a 20-10 victory over the visiting Kansas State Wildcats on Saturday at Amon G. Carter Stadium. The home team improved its record to 5-5, while the Wildcats dropped to 4-6. A crowd of 37,203 spectators witnessed the contest, which saw TCU establish an early lead that they managed to protect through the final minutes.
Early Momentum and Third-Quarter Shifts
TCU struck first in the opening quarter, with Kari Ashley rushing 19 yards for a touchdown, followed by a successful kick from Kyle Lemmermann. This gave the Horned Frogs a 7-0 lead. In the second quarter, TCU extended their advantage with a 29-yard field goal by Lemmermann, making the score 10-0.
The Wildcats remained scoreless until the third period, when TCU added another seven points. Jaden Craig connected with Jacobe Hayes on a 5-yard pass for a touchdown, and Lemmermann converted the extra point to push the lead to 17-0.
Kansas State responded in the third quarter with two touchdowns. Luis Rodriguez kicked a 55-yard field goal to bring the Wildcats within reach, setting the stage for Dillon Duff to find Jaron Tibbs on a 53-yard pass for a touchdown. Rodriguez’s kick made the score 17-10 in favor of TCU.
