Behind a gritty defensive effort and a couple of game-changing plays, TCU stormed back from a 13-0 halftime deficit to defeat Kansas 22-16 on October 31 at Amon G. Carter Stadium in Fort Worth, Texas, before an announced crowd of 32,549, that in actuality was about 20,000 and about 10,000 for the second half.
TCU fifth-year quarterback Jordan Craig completed 13-of-29 passes for 141 yards and was the Frogs' leading rusher with 87 yards on 15 carries. Craig scored the game-winning touchdown on a 17-yard run with 1:11 left in the game. This marked the first time Craig led the Frogs to a come-from-behind victory in the fourth quarter.
TCU senior wide receiver Jordan Dwyer led the team with six receptions. Senior tight end Kari Ashley led with 50 receiving yards.
TCU senior linebacker Max Carroll led TCU's defense with eight tackles and a 60-yard pick-six interception in the third quarter. TCU senior safety Jamel Johnson led the Frogs in tackles with 10.
With the win, TCU improved to 4-4, 2-3 in the Big 12.
TCU has games remaining against Arizona, Kansas State, Utah and Texas Tech.
TCU-Kansas box score: here
TCU-Kansas game highlights: here
TCU postgame conference: here and here
Kansas postgame conference: here
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