SMU Mustangs vs. TCU Horned Frogs: 2025 Week 4 Recap

Quick answer

TCU Horned Frogs defeated SMU Mustangs 35–24 in Week 4, 2025. Final score: SMU Mustangs 24, TCU Horned Frogs 35.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
SMU Mustangs	3	6	6	6	24
TCU Horned Frogs	6	6	6	12	35

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Josh Hoover (TCU) — 371.0 yds · 5 TD · +0.38 EPA/play +16.49 EPA
• Kevin Jennings (SMU) — 333.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.09 EPA/play +3.50 EPA

Rushing

• T.J. Harden (SMU) — 56.0 yds -0.03 EPA
• Jeremy Payne (TCU) — 48.0 yds -0.26 EPA
• Trent Battle (TCU) — 60.0 yds +0.29 EPA

Receiving

• Eric McAlister (TCU) — 8 rec · 254.0 yds +1.40 EPA
• Yamir Knight (SMU) — 5 rec · 69.0 yds +0.20 EPA
• Joseph Manjack IV (TCU) — 3 rec · 15.0 yds -0.43 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Josh Hoover	TCU	43	51.2%	371	5	+0.38	+16.49
Kevin Jennings	SMU	40	60.0%	333	3	+0.09	+3.50

Team EPA comparison

Stat	SMU	TCU
Plays	65	77
EPA / play	+0.046	+0.191
Total EPA	+3.01	+14.71
Success rate	41.5%	39.0%
Pass EPA / play	+0.088	+0.383
Rush EPA / play	-0.020	-0.052
Yards	446	522

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	SMU	3	8	-1.48	Punt
Q1	TCU	9	77	+6.57	Pass TD
Q1	SMU	11	83	+3.68	Field goal
Q1	TCU	12	65	+4.32	Pass TD
Q2	SMU	12	86	+7.93	Pass TD
Q2	TCU	9	51	-2.17	Interception
Q2	SMU	6	48	+0.42	Missed FG
Q2	TCU	4	20	-0.39	Punt
Q2	SMU	1	5	0.00	Ended
Q3	TCU	4	20	-1.81	Punt
Q3	SMU	3	-10	-3.47	Punt
Q3	TCU	4	58	+4.68	Pass TD
Q3	SMU	10	60	+2.75	Pass TD
Q3	TCU	10	50	+0.26	Missed FG
Q3	SMU	3	6	-2.49	Punt
Q3	TCU	6	22	-0.60	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q4 · TCU Horned Frogs · Josh Hoover pass to Eric McAlister for a touchdown (70 yards) (+6.81 EPA)
2. Q4 · TCU Horned Frogs · Josh Hoover pass to Eric McAlister for a touchdown (44 yards) (+4.84 EPA)
3. Q1 · TCU Horned Frogs · Josh Hoover pass to Eric McAlister for a touchdown (27 yards) (+4.47 EPA)
4. Q1 · SMU Mustangs · Kevin Jennings pass to Jordan Hudson for 25 yards (3rd & 17) (+4.25 EPA)
5. Q3 · SMU Mustangs · Penalty (4th & 2) (+4.01 EPA)
6. Q4 · SMU Mustangs · Kevin Jennings pass to Jordan Hudson for a touchdown (34 yards) (+3.92 EPA)
7. Q2 · TCU Horned Frogs · Josh Hoover pass intercepted (-3.82 EPA)
8. Q2 · SMU Mustangs · Kevin Jennings pass to Matthew Hibner for a touchdown (9 yards) (+3.71 EPA)

Key takeaways

• TCU Horned Frogs controlled the final (35–24) in Week 4.
• Passing edge: Josh Hoover (TCU) — 371.0 yds, 5 TD.
• EPA edge: TCU at 0.191 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 24, TCU Horned Frogs 35 in Week 4 of the 2025 college football season.

Who won SMU Mustangs vs TCU Horned Frogs?

TCU Horned Frogs won with a final score of 24–35.

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=401754636.

Who led SMU Mustangs vs TCU Horned Frogs in passing?

Josh Hoover (TCU) led passers with 371.0 yards and 5 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.