Quick answer
TCU Horned Frogs defeated Houston Cougars 36–13 in Week 3, 2023. Final score: TCU Horned Frogs 36, Houston Cougars 13.
Game summary
TCU Horned Frogs rolled past Houston Cougars 36–13 in Week 3 of the 2023 season.
- Scoring: 5 touchdowns, 5 field goals across 10 plays.
- Passing leader: Chandler Morris (TCU) — 267.0 pass yds, 1 TD, -0.14 EPA/play.
- Rushing leader: Emani Bailey — 110.0 yds.
- Receiving leader: JP Richardson — 6 rec, 60.0 yds.
- EPA edge: TCU (+0.109/play) vs Houston (-0.389/play).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 TCU Horned Frogs | 6 | 12 | 9 | 6 | 36 |
 Houston Cougars | 3 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 13 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.
TCUTCU Horned FrogsChandler Morris pass to Warren Thompson for a touchdown (33 yards)
Field goal good from 44 yards
Field goal good from 40 yards
Field goal good from 53 yards
Kickoff
E. Bailey rushes 16 yards for a touchdown
Field goal good from 44 yards
S. Williams catch for a touchdown (31 yards)
Field goal good from 37 yards
T. Sanders rushes 18 yards for a touchdown
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Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- TCU
Q1TD WTWarren ThompsonPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 6-0
Chandler Morris pass to Warren Thompson for a touchdown (33 yards)
- Houston
Q1FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 27
- Score
- 6-3
Field goal good from 44 yards
- TCU
Q2FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 23
- Score
- 9-3
Field goal good from 40 yards
- TCU
Q2FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 36
- Score
- 12-3
Field goal good from 53 yards
- Houston
Q2TD Points+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 12-9
Kickoff
- TCU
Q2TD EBE. BaileyPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 18-9
E. Bailey rushes 16 yards for a touchdown
- Houston
Q2FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 27
- Score
- 18-12
Field goal good from 44 yards
- TCU
Q3TD SWS. WilliamsPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 24-12
S. Williams catch for a touchdown (31 yards)
- TCU
Q3FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 20
- Score
- 27-12
Field goal good from 37 yards
- TCU
Q4TD TST. SandersPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 33-12
T. Sanders rushes 18 yards for a touchdown
Stars of the game
Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.
Passing
- Chandler Morris (TCU) — 267.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.14 EPA/play -5.44 EPA
- Donovan Smith (Houston) — 204.0 yds · -0.36 EPA/play -14.23 EPA
Rushing
- Emani Bailey (TCU) — 110.0 yds +0.04 EPA
- Stacy Sneed (Houston) — 36.0 yds -0.45 EPA
- Chandler Morris (TCU) — 69.0 yds +0.87 EPA
Receiving
- JP Richardson (TCU) — 6 rec · 60.0 yds +0.86 EPA
- Samuel Brown (Houston) — 5 rec · 99.0 yds +1.64 EPA
- Matthew Golden (Houston) — 4 rec · 56.0 yds +0.93 EPA
Quarterback report card
Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.
| Player | Team | Att | Cmp% | Yds | TD | EPA/play | Total EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chandler Morris | TCU | 39 | 59.0% | 267 | 1 | -0.14 | -5.44 |
| Donovan Smith | Houston | 40 | 42.5% | 204 | 0 | -0.36 | -14.23 |
Team EPA comparison
| Stat | TCU | Houston |
|---|---|---|
| Plays | 87 | 61 |
| EPA / play | +0.109 | -0.389 |
| Total EPA | +9.46 | -23.75 |
| Success rate | 52.9% | 26.2% |
| Pass EPA / play | -0.063 | -0.356 |
| Rush EPA / play | +0.255 | -0.454 |
| Yards | 557 | 279 |
Drive chart
Key possessions and results.
| Qtr | Offense | Plays | Yards | EPA | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q1 | TCU | 6 | 70 | +5.38 | Pass TD |
| Q1 | Houston | 6 | 48 | +0.33 | Field goal |
| Q1 | TCU | 1 | -8 | -2.53 | Ended |
| Q1 | Houston | 4 | 9 | -5.08 | Ended |
| Q1 | TCU | 3 | 14 | -1.28 | Punt |
| Q1 | Houston | 5 | 27 | -0.69 | Missed FG |
| Q1 | TCU | 8 | 62 | -3.92 | Interception |
| Q1 | Houston | 9 | 43 | -2.93 | Ended |
| Q2 | TCU | 13 | 68 | +1.04 | Field goal |
| Q2 | Houston | 2 | 13 | -3.54 | Interception |
| Q2 | TCU | 4 | 18 | -1.70 | Field goal |
| Q2 | Houston | 0 | 0 | — | Touchdown |
| Q2 | TCU | 6 | 75 | +5.93 | Rush TD |
| Q2 | Houston | 7 | 24 | -0.78 | Field goal |
| Q2 | TCU | 6 | 26 | -1.06 | Missed FG |
| Q3 | Houston | 2 | 8 | -0.63 | Punt |
Biggest EPA swings
- Q2 · Houston Cougars · Kickoff (+6.4 EPA)
- Q1 · Houston Cougars · Donovan Smith pass to Samuel Brown for 53 yards (3rd & 11) (+6.0 EPA)
- Q1 · TCU Horned Frogs · Chandler Morris pass intercepted (-5.56 EPA)
- Q2 · Houston Cougars · Donovan Smith pass intercepted (-4.4 EPA)
- Q3 · Houston Cougars · Donovan Smith pass to Joseph Manjack IV for 31 yards (3rd & 5) (+4.09 EPA)
- Q2 · TCU Horned Frogs · E. Bailey rushes 16 yards for a touchdown (+3.67 EPA)
- Q1 · Houston Cougars · Brandon Campbell rushes for no gain (4th & 1) (-3.12 EPA)
- Q4 · TCU Horned Frogs · T. Sanders rushes 18 yards for a touchdown (+3.05 EPA)
Key takeaways
- TCU Horned Frogs controlled the final (36–13) in Week 3.
- Passing edge: Chandler Morris (TCU) — 267.0 yds, 1 TD.
- EPA edge: TCU at 0.109 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 TCU Horned Frogs vs Houston Cougars?
TCU Horned Frogs 36, Houston Cougars 13 in Week 3 of the 2023 college football season.
Who won TCU Horned Frogs vs Houston Cougars?
TCU Horned Frogs won with a final score of 36–13.
Where can I find the TCU Horned Frogs vs Houston Cougars box score?
See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401525836.
Who led TCU Horned Frogs vs Houston Cougars in passing?
Chandler Morris (TCU) led passers with 267.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.
Full analytics box score
Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for TCU Horned Frogs at Houston Cougars in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.
Season records after this game
TCU Horned Frogs
Entered 1-1 Now 2-1 W
Houston Cougars
Entered 1-1 Now 1-2 L
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