SMU Mustangs vs. TCU Horned Frogs: 2023 Week 4 Recap

Quick answer

TCU Horned Frogs defeated SMU Mustangs 34–17 in Week 4, 2023. Final score: SMU Mustangs 17, TCU Horned Frogs 34.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
SMU Mustangs	3	6	0	6	17
TCU Horned Frogs	6	6	12	6	34

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Chandler Morris (TCU) — 256.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.50 EPA/play +17.11 EPA
• Josh Hoover (TCU) — 4.0 yds · -0.15 EPA/play -0.15 EPA
• Preston Stone (SMU) — 249.0 yds · -0.10 EPA/play -3.50 EPA

Rushing

• Emani Bailey (TCU) — 148.0 yds · 1 TD +0.13 EPA
• Camar Wheaton (SMU) — 73.0 yds · 1 TD +0.22 EPA
• Jaylan Knighton (SMU) — 52.0 yds +0.35 EPA

Receiving

• RJ Maryland (SMU) — 3 rec · 44.0 yds +0.04 EPA
• Jared Wiley (TCU) — 5 rec · 37.0 yds +1.23 EPA
• Major Everhart (TCU) — 4 rec · 32.0 yds +0.14 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Chandler Morris	TCU	34	67.6%	256	3	+0.50	+17.11
Josh Hoover	TCU	1	100.0%	4	0	-0.15	-0.15
Preston Stone	SMU	37	45.9%	249	0	-0.10	-3.50

Team EPA comparison

Stat	SMU	TCU
Plays	72	77
EPA / play	+0.121	+0.307
Total EPA	+8.69	+23.61
Success rate	44.4%	50.6%
Pass EPA / play	-0.095	+0.484
Rush EPA / play	+0.348	+0.158
Yards	435	499

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	SMU	13	77	+2.66	Field goal
Q1	TCU	9	33	+2.69	Punt
Q1	SMU	3	9	-0.53	Punt
Q1	TCU	10	60	+5.50	Pass TD
Q1	SMU	9	58	+4.30	Ended
Q2	TCU	10	68	+5.00	Pass TD
Q2	SMU	8	68	+5.04	Rush TD
Q2	TCU	3	14	+0.10	Punt
Q2	SMU	5	20	-0.34	Punt
Q2	TCU	1	2	0.00	Ended
Q3	TCU	11	68	+1.58	Field goal
Q3	SMU	2	0	-2.14	Punt
Q3	TCU	10	63	+0.96	Field goal
Q3	SMU	6	39	-3.12	Ended
Q3	TCU	5	64	+4.33	Rush TD
Q3	SMU	5	29	-2.26	Interception

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q4 · TCU Horned Frogs · Chandler Morris pass to Chase Curtis for a touchdown (36 yards) (+5.85 EPA)
2. Q4 · SMU Mustangs · Preston Stone pass intercepted (-4.79 EPA)
3. Q4 · SMU Mustangs · Preston Stone pass to Jordan Kerley for 51 yards (1st & 10) (+3.54 EPA)
4. Q3 · SMU Mustangs · Preston Stone to RJ Maryland — Pass Incompletion (no gain) (-3.34 EPA)
5. Q1 · TCU Horned Frogs · Chandler Morris pass to Jaylon Robinson for 14 yards (3rd & 14) (+2.97 EPA)
6. Q2 · SMU Mustangs · Jaylan Knighton rushes for 5 yards (4th & 2) (+2.96 EPA)
7. Q3 · SMU Mustangs · Preston Stone pass intercepted (-2.87 EPA)
8. Q2 · SMU Mustangs · Preston Stone pass to Roderick Daniels Jr. for 43 yards (1st & 10) (+2.8 EPA)

Key takeaways

• TCU Horned Frogs controlled the final (34–17) in Week 4.
• Passing edge: Chandler Morris (TCU) — 256.0 yds, 3 TD.
• EPA edge: TCU at 0.307 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 SMU Mustangs vs TCU Horned Frogs?

SMU Mustangs 17, TCU Horned Frogs 34 in Week 4 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won SMU Mustangs vs TCU Horned Frogs?

TCU Horned Frogs won with a final score of 17–34.

Where can I find the SMU Mustangs vs TCU Horned Frogs box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401525849.

Who led SMU Mustangs vs TCU Horned Frogs in passing?

Chandler Morris (TCU) led passers with 256.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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