Texas Longhorns vs. Iowa State Cyclones: 2023 Week 12 Recap

Quick answer

Texas Longhorns defeated Iowa State Cyclones 26–16 in Week 12, 2023. Final score: Texas Longhorns 26, Iowa State Cyclones 16.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Texas Longhorns	0	6	6	9	26
Iowa State Cyclones	3	0	6	6	16

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Rocco Becht (Iowa State) — 304.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.28 EPA/play +9.91 EPA
• Quinn Ewers (Texas) — 262.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.11 EPA/play +4.02 EPA

Rushing

• CJ Baxter (Texas) — 114.0 yds +0.02 EPA
• Jaydon Blue (Texas) — 18.0 yds -0.03 EPA
• Abu Sama III (Iowa State) — 11.0 yds -0.59 EPA

Receiving

• Jayden Higgins (Iowa State) — 7 rec · 104.0 yds +1.05 EPA
• Jaylin Noel (Iowa State) — 5 rec · 45.0 yds +0.48 EPA
• CJ Baxter (Texas) — 5 rec · 13.0 yds -0.21 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Rocco Becht	Iowa State	35	68.6%	304	2	+0.28	+9.91
Quinn Ewers	Texas	36	63.9%	262	2	+0.11	+4.02

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Texas	Iowa State
Plays	65	53
EPA / play	-0.042	-0.009
Total EPA	-2.75	-0.50
Success rate	43.1%	35.8%
Pass EPA / play	+0.112	+0.283
Rush EPA / play	-0.233	-0.578
Yards	410	332

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Texas	7	26	-1.48	Punt
Q1	Iowa State	3	6	-1.88	Punt
Q1	Texas	4	3	-3.57	Punt
Q1	Iowa State	10	38	-1.53	Field goal
Q1	Texas	4	27	-0.37	Punt
Q1	Iowa State	3	-4	-2.89	Punt
Q2	Texas	6	21	-1.64	Field goal
Q2	Iowa State	6	42	-0.03	Missed FG
Q2	Texas	4	58	-1.74	Fumble
Q2	Iowa State	7	33	-0.01	Punt
Q2	Texas	8	69	+1.85	Field goal
Q3	Iowa State	7	32	-0.71	Punt
Q3	Texas	9	91	+7.33	Pass TD
Q3	Iowa State	7	83	+7.29	Pass TD
Q3	Texas	3	1	-3.33	Punt
Q3	Iowa State	1	0	-4.92	Interception

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q4 · Iowa State Cyclones · Rocco Becht pass to Easton Dean for a touchdown (66 yards) (+7.91 EPA)
2. Q3 · Iowa State Cyclones · Rocco Becht pass intercepted (-4.92 EPA)
3. Q2 · Texas Longhorns · Fumble (-3.95 EPA)
4. Q1 · Texas Longhorns · Quinn Ewers pass to Adonai Mitchell for 11 yards (3rd & 10) (+3.06 EPA)
5. Q1 · Iowa State Cyclones · Penalty (3rd & 8) (+3.02 EPA)
6. Q4 · Texas Longhorns · Quinn Ewers pass to Gunnar Helm for a touchdown (31 yards) (+2.72 EPA)
7. Q3 · Texas Longhorns · Quinn Ewers pass to Jordan Whittington for a touchdown (23 yards) (+2.69 EPA)
8. Q1 · Texas Longhorns · Quinn Ewers sacked for a loss of 9 yards (3rd & 10) (-2.65 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Texas Longhorns controlled the final (26–16) in Week 12.
• Passing edge: Rocco Becht (Iowa State) — 304.0 yds, 2 TD.
• EPA edge: Iowa State at -0.009 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 Texas Longhorns vs Iowa State Cyclones?

Texas Longhorns 26, Iowa State Cyclones 16 in Week 12 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Texas Longhorns vs Iowa State Cyclones?

Texas Longhorns won with a final score of 26–16.

Where can I find the Texas Longhorns vs Iowa State Cyclones box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401525895.

Who led Texas Longhorns vs Iowa State Cyclones in passing?

Rocco Becht (Iowa State) led passers with 304.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Texas Longhorns at Iowa State Cyclones in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.