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Northwestern Wildcats vs. TCU Horned Frogs: 2004 Week 2 Recap

Frogs defeat Wildcats 48–45 in Week 2

Scoring plays, EPA leaders, and college football analytics for Northwestern Wildcats vs. TCU Horned Frogs (Week 2).

Northwestern Wildcats 45 0-1
Final 45–48
TCU Horned Frogs 48 1-0 Winner
Winner
TCU Horned Frogs
Final score
45–48
Halftime
Northwestern Wildcats 12–24 TCU Horned Frogs
Top passer
Brett Basanez

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Quick answer

TCU Horned Frogs defeated Northwestern Wildcats 48–45 in Week 2, 2004. Final score: Northwestern Wildcats 45, TCU Horned Frogs 48.

Game summary

TCU Horned Frogs edged Northwestern Wildcats 48–45 in Week 2 of the 2004 season.

  • Scoring: 12 touchdowns, 3 field goals across 15 plays.
  • Passing leader: Brett Basanez (77) — 0.0 pass yds, 4 TD, +0.90 EPA/play.
  • Rushing leader: Noah Herron — 0.0 yds, 2 TD.
  • Receiving leader: Mark Philmore — 0 rec, 0.0 yds.

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

TeamQ1Q2Q3Q4OTFinal
Northwestern Wildcats0121512045
TCU Horned Frogs1212312348

Scoring Map

Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.

NUNorthwestern Wildcats
TCUTCU Horned Frogs

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Scoring timeline

15 scores

Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.

  1. TCU
    Q1TD
    MDMichael DePriest ()

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    0-6

    Tye Gunn (TCU) pass across the middle complete to Michael DePriest (TCU) for a 82 yard touchdown.

  2. TCU
    Q1TD
    RHReggie Harrell ()

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    0-12

    Tye Gunn (TCU) pass across the middle complete to Reggie Harrell (TCU) for a 20 yard touchdown.

  3. TCU
    Q2TD
    LHLonta Hobbs

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    0-18

    Lonta Hobbs (TCU) rushed up the middle for a 22 yard touchdown.

  4. NU
    Q2TD
    JFJonathan Fields

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    6-18

    Brett Basanez (NU) pass left side complete to Jonathan Fields (NU) for a 6 yard touchdown.

  5. TCU
    Q2TD
    RHReggie Harrell ()

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    6-24

    Tye Gunn (TCU) pass left side complete to Reggie Harrell (TCU) for a 40 yard touchdown.

  6. NU
    Q2TD
    NHNoah Herron

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    12-24

    Noah Herron (NU) rushed up the middle for a 2 yard touchdown.

  7. NU
    Q3TD
    NHNoah Herron

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    18-24

    Noah Herron (NU) rushed right side for a 16 yard touchdown.

  8. NU
    Q3TD
    JFJonathan Fields

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    24-24

    Brett Basanez (NU) pass right side complete to Jonathan Fields (NU) for a 63 yard touchdown.

  9. TCU
    Q3FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 20
    Score
    24-27

    37 yard field goal by Peter LoCoco (TCU) is good.

  10. NU
    Q3FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 24
    Score
    27-27

    41 yard field goal by Brian Huffman (NU) is good.

  11. NU
    Q4TD
    SHShaun Herbert

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    33-27

    Brett Basanez (NU) pass across the middle complete to Shaun Herbert (NU) for a 8 yard touchdown.

  12. TCU
    Q4TD
    CRCory Rodgers ()

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    33-33

    Tye Gunn (TCU) pass across the middle complete to Cory Rodgers (TCU) for a 24 yard touchdown.

  13. NU
    Q4TD
    JFJonathan Fields

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    39-33

    Brett Basanez (NU) pass right side complete to Jonathan Fields (NU) for a 69 yard touchdown.

  14. TCU
    Q4TD
    LHLonta Hobbs

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    39-39

    Lonta Hobbs (TCU) rushed up the middle for a 4 yard touchdown.

  15. TCU
    OTFG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 30
    Score
    39-42

    47 yard field goal by Peter LoCoco (TCU) is good.

Stars of the game

Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.

Passing

  • Brett Basanez (77) — 0.0 yds · 4 TD · +0.90 EPA/play +40.36 EPA
  • Tye Gunn (2628) — 0.0 yds · 4 TD · +1.01 EPA/play +27.37 EPA

Rushing

  • Noah Herron (77) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD +0.17 EPA
  • Lonta Hobbs (2628) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD +0.34 EPA
  • Brett Basanez (77) — 0.0 yds -0.11 EPA

Receiving

  • Mark Philmore (77) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +0.74 EPA
  • Jonathan Fields (77) — 3 rec · 0.0 yds +2.68 EPA
  • Ashton Aikens (77) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +0.93 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

PlayerTeamAttCmp%YdsTDEPA/playTotal EPA
Brett Basanez77458.9%04+0.90+40.36
Tye Gunn26282714.8%04+1.01+27.37

Team EPA comparison

StatNUTCU
Plays00
EPA / play
Total EPA
Success rate
Pass EPA / play
Rush EPA / play
Yards00

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

QtrOffensePlaysYardsEPAResult
Q17770+3.38Ended
Q1262830+4.80Pass TD
Q17720-1.06Missed FG
Q1262810+1.54Fumble
Q17710+0.43Ended
Q1262820-1.26Ended
Q17730-2.51Ended
Q1262830-2.40Ended
Q17760+1.03Missed FG
Q1262860+3.45Pass TD
Q27770+2.23Missed FG
Q2262820-0.94Ended
Q27730+0.84Ended
Q2262880+5.33Rush TD
Q27790+7.88Pass TD
Q2262850+3.81Pass TD

Biggest EPA swings

  1. Q3 · Northwestern Wildcats · Brett Basanez (NU) pass right side complete to Jonathan Fields (NU) for a 63 yard touchdown. (+7.33 EPA)
  2. Q4 · Northwestern Wildcats · Brett Basanez (NU) pass left side intercepted by Marvin Godbolt (TCU). Returned for 32 yards. (-7.3 EPA)
  3. Q4 · Northwestern Wildcats · Brett Basanez (NU) pass right side complete to Jonathan Fields (NU) for a 69 yard touchdown. (+7.29 EPA)
  4. Q1 · TCU Horned Frogs · Tye Gunn (TCU) pass across the middle complete to Michael DePriest (TCU) for a 82 yard touchdown. (+6.59 EPA)
  5. Q1 · TCU Horned Frogs · Horned Frogs fumble by Lonta Hobbs (TCU), recovered by Dominique Price (NU), returned for no gain. (-5.78 EPA)
  6. Q3 · TCU Horned Frogs · Tye Gunn (TCU) pass right side intercepted by Dominique Price (NU). Returned for no gain. (-4.8 EPA)
  7. Q1 · Northwestern Wildcats · 31 yard field goal by Brian Huffman (NU) is no good. (-4.75 EPA)
  8. OT · TCU Horned Frogs · Horned Frogs 25 yard field goal attempt blocked, recovered by David Thompson (NU). (-4.64 EPA)

Key takeaways

  • TCU Horned Frogs controlled the final (48–45) in Week 2.
  • Passing edge: Brett Basanez (77) — yds, 4 TD.
  • EPA edge: NU at EPA/play.
  • Full EPA, scoring map, and play-by-play live in CFB Analytics Box & Scores.

Frequently asked questions

What was the final score of Northwestern Wildcats vs TCU Horned Frogs?

Northwestern Wildcats 45, TCU Horned Frogs 48 in Week 2 of the 2004 college football season.

Who won Northwestern Wildcats vs TCU Horned Frogs?

TCU Horned Frogs won with a final score of 45–48.

Where can I find the Northwestern Wildcats vs TCU Horned Frogs box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=242462628.

Who led Northwestern Wildcats vs TCU Horned Frogs in passing?

Brett Basanez (77) led passers with 0.0 yards and 4 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Northwestern Wildcats at TCU Horned Frogs in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.

Season records after this game

Northwestern Wildcats

Now 0-1 L

TCU Horned Frogs

Now 1-0 W