UCF Knights vs. Texas Tech Red Raiders: 2023 Week 12 Recap

Quick answer

Texas Tech Red Raiders defeated UCF Knights 24–23 in Week 12, 2023. Final score: UCF Knights 23, Texas Tech Red Raiders 24.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
UCF Knights	12	0	0	9	23
Texas Tech Red Raiders	0	12	6	3	24

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• John Rhys Plumlee (UCF) — 253.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.03 EPA/play +1.00 EPA
• Behren Morton (Texas Tech) — 284.0 yds · 2 TD · -0.07 EPA/play -2.50 EPA

Rushing

• Tahj Brooks (Texas Tech) — 182.0 yds · 1 TD +0.40 EPA
• RJ Harvey (UCF) — 73.0 yds · 2 TD +0.02 EPA
• John Rhys Plumlee (UCF) — 84.0 yds +0.25 EPA

Receiving

• Javon Baker (UCF) — 4 rec · 118.0 yds +2.85 EPA
• Drae McCray (Texas Tech) — 4 rec · 55.0 yds +1.37 EPA
• Coy Eakin (Texas Tech) — 4 rec · 41.0 yds +0.80 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
John Rhys Plumlee	UCF	32	50.0%	253	1	+0.03	+1.00
Behren Morton	Texas Tech	34	61.8%	284	2	-0.07	-2.50

Team EPA comparison

Stat	UCF	Texas Tech
Plays	70	63
EPA / play	+0.169	+0.059
Total EPA	+11.83	+3.73
Success rate	47.1%	57.1%
Pass EPA / play	+0.031	-0.074
Rush EPA / play	+0.285	+0.215
Yards	483	476

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	UCF	8	75	+6.17	Rush TD
Q1	Texas Tech	6	62	-0.76	Ended
Q1	UCF	6	33	-0.53	Punt
Q1	Texas Tech	5	52	-1.95	Ended
Q1	UCF	10	76	+6.12	Rush TD
Q1	Texas Tech	6	51	+4.81	Pass TD
Q2	UCF	9	37	+0.02	Punt
Q2	Texas Tech	8	88	+7.46	Pass TD
Q2	UCF	12	73	-0.82	Ended
Q3	Texas Tech	5	17	-1.67	Punt
Q3	UCF	4	23	-0.12	Punt
Q3	Texas Tech	5	63	-3.81	Interception
Q3	UCF	8	32	-1.16	Missed FG
Q3	Texas Tech	4	20	-1.57	Punt
Q3	UCF	1	4	-4.41	Interception
Q3	Texas Tech	5	36	+2.72	Rush TD

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q4 · UCF Knights · John Rhys Plumlee pass to Javon Baker for a touchdown (71 yards) (+6.38 EPA)
2. Q3 · Texas Tech Red Raiders · Behren Morton pass intercepted (-5.49 EPA)
3. Q2 · UCF Knights · John Rhys Plumlee — Pass Incompletion (no gain) (-4.45 EPA)
4. Q3 · UCF Knights · John Rhys Plumlee pass intercepted (-4.41 EPA)
5. Q1 · UCF Knights · Colton Boomer rushes for 24 yards (4th & 3) (+4.06 EPA)
6. Q1 · Texas Tech Red Raiders · Tahj Brooks rushes for 46 yards (1st & 10) (+3.73 EPA)
7. Q1 · Texas Tech Red Raiders · Behren Morton pass to Xavier White for 49 yards (2nd & 5) (+3.53 EPA)
8. Q2 · Texas Tech Red Raiders · Behren Morton pass to Mason Tharp for a touchdown (19 yards) (+3.46 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Texas Tech Red Raiders controlled the final (24–23) in Week 12.
• Passing edge: John Rhys Plumlee (UCF) — 253.0 yds, 1 TD.
• EPA edge: UCF at 0.169 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 UCF Knights vs Texas Tech Red Raiders?

UCF Knights 23, Texas Tech Red Raiders 24 in Week 12 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won UCF Knights vs Texas Tech Red Raiders?

Texas Tech Red Raiders won with a final score of 23–24.

Where can I find the UCF Knights vs Texas Tech Red Raiders box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401525898.

Who led UCF Knights vs Texas Tech Red Raiders in passing?

John Rhys Plumlee (UCF) led passers with 253.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for UCF Knights at Texas Tech Red Raiders in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.