UCF Knights vs. TCU Horned Frogs: 2024 Week 3 Recap

Quick answer

UCF Knights defeated TCU Horned Frogs 35–34 in Week 3, 2024. Final score: UCF Knights 35, TCU Horned Frogs 34.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
UCF Knights	0	6	12	12	35
TCU Horned Frogs	12	6	9	3	34

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• J.Hoover (TCU) — 304.0 yds · +0.80 EPA/play +24.63 EPA
• K.Jefferson (UCF) — 154.0 yds · +1.15 EPA/play +11.52 EPA
• erson steps back to pass. Pass (UCF) — 0.0 yds · -0.90 EPA/play -9.88 EPA

Receiving

• pass. Pass incomplete intended (TCU) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds -1.07 EPA
• pass. Pass incomplete intended (UCF) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds -0.90 EPA
• J.Bech to (TCU) — 1 rec · 8.0 yds +0.64 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
J.Hoover	TCU	31	96.8%	304	0	+0.80	+24.63
K.Jefferson	UCF	10	100.0%	154	0	+1.15	+11.52
erson steps back to pass. Pass	UCF	11	0.0%	0	0	-0.90	-9.88
oover steps back to pass. Pass	TCU	19	0.0%	0	0	-1.07	-20.29

Team EPA comparison

Stat	UCF	TCU
Plays	78	70
EPA / play	+0.367	+0.165
Total EPA	+28.61	+11.55
Success rate	52.6%	45.7%
Pass EPA / play	+0.518	+0.270
Rush EPA / play	+0.300	-0.190
Yards	519	464

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	UCF	6	51	+4.35	Ended
Q1	TCU	9	71	+5.11	Pass TD
Q1	UCF	9	46	+0.35	Ended
Q1	TCU	10	56	+4.49	Pass TD
Q1	UCF	3	3	-2.45	Punt
Q2	UCF	15	64	+1.70	Ended
Q2	TCU	3	8	-1.37	Punt
Q2	UCF	5	16	-1.62	Punt
Q2	TCU	13	60	+1.90	Pass TD
Q2	UCF	6	59	+5.01	Pass TD
Q3	TCU	4	25	-4.48	Punt
Q3	UCF	3	75	+7.05	Pass TD
Q3	TCU	9	62	+0.71	Field goal
Q3	UCF	9	60	+4.52	Rush TD
Q3	TCU	5	60	+1.68	Pass TD
Q4	TCU	5	35	+0.64	Missed FG

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · TCU Horned Frogs · oover steps back to pass. Pass to pass. Pass incomplete intended — Pass Incompletion (no gain) (-5.08 EPA)
2. Q4 · UCF Knights · Passing touchdown (20 yards) (+4.44 EPA)
3. Q3 · UCF Knights · K.Jefferson completion for 45 yards (2nd & 7) (+4.22 EPA)
4. Q4 · UCF Knights · Rushing touchdown (+4.03 EPA)
5. Q2 · TCU Horned Frogs · Passing touchdown (16 yards) (+3.51 EPA)
6. Q3 · UCF Knights · Rush (3rd & 7) (+3.39 EPA)
7. Q3 · TCU Horned Frogs · Punt for 50 yards (-3.25 EPA)
8. Q3 · UCF Knights · Passing touchdown (27 yards) (+3.2 EPA)

Key takeaways

• UCF Knights controlled the final (35–34) in Week 3.
• Passing edge: J.Hoover (TCU) — 304.0 yds.
• EPA edge: UCF at 0.367 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 TCU Horned Frogs?

UCF Knights 35, TCU Horned Frogs 34 in Week 3 of the 2024 college football season.

Who won UCF Knights vs TCU Horned Frogs?

UCF Knights won with a final score of 35–34.

Where can I find the UCF Knights vs TCU Horned Frogs box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401636866.

Who led UCF Knights vs TCU Horned Frogs in passing?

J.Hoover (TCU) led passers with 304.0 yards.

Full analytics box score

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