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TCU Horned Frogs vs. Stanford Cardinal: 2024 Week 1 Recap

Frogs defeat Cardinal 34–27 in Week 1

Cam Cook paced the box score as Frogs closed out a 34–27 Week 1 finish.

TCU Horned Frogs 34 2-0 Winner
Final 34–27
Stanford Cardinal 27 0-1
Winner
TCU Horned Frogs
Final score
34–27
Halftime
TCU Horned Frogs 9–15 Stanford Cardinal
Top passer
Justin Lamson
FantasyHQ MVP
Cam Cook

Top CFB performers · Frogs

  • Josh Hoover 342.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.02 EPA/play +0.8 EPA
  • Cam Cook 81.0 yds · 1 TD +3.6 EPA
  • Josh Hoover 8.0 yds · 1 TD -2.2 EPA

Top CFB performers · Cardinal

  • Justin Lamson 2.0 yds · 1 TD · +3.41 EPA/play +3.4 EPA
  • Ashton Daniels 120.0 yds +2.1 EPA
  • Micah Ford 10.0 yds -7.5 EPA

Quick answer

TCU Horned Frogs defeated Stanford Cardinal 34–27 in Week 1, 2024. Final score: TCU Horned Frogs 34, Stanford Cardinal 27.

Game summary

TCU Horned Frogs beat Stanford Cardinal 34–27 in Week 1 of the 2024 season.

  • Scoring: 7 touchdowns, 4 field goals across 11 plays.
  • Passing leader: Justin Lamson (Stanford) — 2.0 pass yds, 1 TD, +3.41 EPA/play.
  • Rushing leader: Cam Cook — 81.0 yds, 1 TD.
  • Receiving leader: Savion Williams — 11 rec, 85.0 yds.
  • EPA edge: TCU (+0.059/play) vs Stanford (-0.246/play).

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

TeamQ1Q2Q3Q4Final
TCU Horned Frogs6391234
Stanford Cardinal690927

Scoring Map

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

TCUTCU Horned Frogs
STANStanford Cardinal

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Scoring timeline

11 scores

Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.

  1. Stanford
    Q1TD
    JHJackson Harris

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    0-6

    Ashton Daniels pass to Jackson Harris for a touchdown (3 yards)

  2. TCU
    Q1TD
    SWSavion Williams

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    6-6

    Josh Hoover pass to Savion Williams for a touchdown (5 yards)

  3. Stanford
    Q2TD
    ICIsmael Cisse

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    6-12

    Justin Lamson pass to Ismael Cisse for a touchdown (2 yards)

  4. TCU
    Q2FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 5
    Score
    9-12

    Field goal good from 22 yards

  5. Stanford
    Q2FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 18
    Score
    9-15

    Field goal good from 35 yards

  6. TCU
    Q3FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 25
    Score
    12-15

    Field goal good from 42 yards

  7. TCU
    Q3TD
    JHJosh Hoover

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    18-15

    Josh Hoover rushes 1 yard for a touchdown

  8. Stanford
    Q4TD
    JLJustin Lamson

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    18-21

    Justin Lamson rushes 1 yard for a touchdown

  9. TCU
    Q4TD
    JBJack Bech

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    24-21

    Josh Hoover pass to Jack Bech for a touchdown (4 yards)

  10. TCU
    Q4TD
    CCCam Cook

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    30-21

    Cam Cook rushes 7 yards for a touchdown

  11. Stanford
    Q4FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 28
    Score
    30-24

    Field goal good from 45 yards

Stars of the game

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

Passing

  • Justin Lamson (Stanford) — 2.0 yds · 1 TD · +3.41 EPA/play +3.41 EPA
  • Josh Hoover (TCU) — 342.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.02 EPA/play +0.77 EPA
  • Ashton Daniels (Stanford) — 151.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.46 EPA/play -18.05 EPA

Rushing

  • Cam Cook (TCU) — 81.0 yds · 1 TD +0.18 EPA
  • Ashton Daniels (Stanford) — 120.0 yds +0.17 EPA
  • Micah Ford (Stanford) — 10.0 yds -0.76 EPA

Receiving

  • Savion Williams (TCU) — 11 rec · 85.0 yds -0.04 EPA
  • Elic Ayomanor (Stanford) — 7 rec · 102.0 yds -0.24 EPA
  • Jack Bech (TCU) — 6 rec · 139.0 yds +1.22 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

PlayerTeamAttCmp%YdsTDEPA/playTotal EPA
Justin LamsonStanford1100.0%21+3.41+3.41
Josh HooverTCU4362.8%3422+0.02+0.77
Ashton DanielsStanford3943.6%1511-0.46-18.05

Team EPA comparison

StatTCUStanford
Plays7673
EPA / play+0.059-0.246
Total EPA+4.48-17.92
Success rate48.7%34.2%
Pass EPA / play+0.018-0.366
Rush EPA / play+0.112-0.099
Yards445299

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

QtrOffensePlaysYardsEPAResult
Q1Stanford1344-0.93Pass TD
Q1TCU1375+6.40Pass TD
Q1Stanford715-1.93Punt
Q2TCU218-4.75Fumble
Q2Stanford720+2.39Pass TD
Q2TCU959-1.37Ended
Q2Stanford16-5.23Interception
Q2TCU412-2.23Field goal
Q2Stanford763+1.34Field goal
Q2TCU569-0.07Fumble
Q2Stanford1-10.00Ended
Q3TCU1360+3.09Field goal
Q3Stanford535-3.43Ended
Q3TCU35-2.98Punt
Q3Stanford3-13-3.90Punt
Q3TCU457+4.96Rush TD

Biggest EPA swings

  1. Q2 · Stanford Cardinal · Ashton Daniels pass intercepted (-5.23 EPA)
  2. Q3 · TCU Horned Frogs · Fumble (+4.62 EPA)
  3. Q2 · TCU Horned Frogs · Fumble (-3.94 EPA)
  4. Q2 · TCU Horned Frogs · Fumble (-3.86 EPA)
  5. Q3 · TCU Horned Frogs · Josh Hoover pass to Jack Bech for 43 yards (1st & 25) (+3.71 EPA)
  6. Q1 · Stanford Cardinal · Fumble (+3.49 EPA)
  7. Q1 · Stanford Cardinal · Penalty (3rd & 13) (+3.43 EPA)
  8. Q2 · Stanford Cardinal · Justin Lamson pass to Ismael Cisse for a touchdown (2 yards) (+3.41 EPA)

Key takeaways

  • TCU Horned Frogs controlled the final (34–27) in Week 1.
  • Passing edge: Justin Lamson (Stanford) — 2.0 yds, 1 TD.
  • EPA edge: TCU at 0.059 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 Stanford Cardinal?

TCU Horned Frogs 34, Stanford Cardinal 27 in Week 1 of the 2024 college football season.

Who won TCU Horned Frogs vs Stanford Cardinal?

TCU Horned Frogs won with a final score of 34–27.

Where can I find the TCU Horned Frogs vs Stanford Cardinal box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401634300.

Who led TCU Horned Frogs vs Stanford Cardinal in passing?

Justin Lamson (Stanford) led passers with 2.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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

Season records after this game

TCU Horned Frogs

Now 2-0 W

Stanford Cardinal

Now 0-1 L