TCU Holds Off Kansas State 20-10 in Fort Worth

TCU Secures Home Victory

The TCU Horned Frogs defeated the visiting Kansas State Wildcats 20-10 on Saturday, November 14, 2026, at Amon G. Carter Stadium in Fort Worth. The home team controlled the scoreboard through a balanced offensive effort, leading to a final record of 5-5 for TCU and 4-6 for Kansas State.

With 37,203 fans in attendance, the game featured a back-and-forth third quarter before TCU closed out the contest with a late field goal.

Scoring Sequence

TCU struck first in the opening period when Kari Ashley ran for a 19-yard touchdown, which was followed by a successful kick from Kyle Lemmermann to make the score 7-0. In the second quarter, Lemmermann extended the lead with a 29-yard field goal, putting the Horned Frogs up 10-0 at halftime. Kansas State responded aggressively in the third quarter.

Jacobe Hayes caught a 5-yard pass from Jaden Craig for a touchdown, followed by a successful kick, bringing TCU to 17-0. However, the Wildcats clawed back with a 55-yard field goal by Luis Rodriguez and a 53-yard touchdown pass from Dillon Duff to Jaron Tibbs, with Rodriguez kicking the extra point to cut the deficit to 17-10.

TCU pulled away in the fourth quarter when Lemmermann connected on a 36-yard field goal to seal the 20-10 win.

Key Performances

TCU quarterback Jaden Craig completed 20 of 34 passes for 225 yards and one touchdown. On the ground, Jeremy Payne carried the ball 15 times for 55 yards. Jordan Dwyer led the receiving corps with five catches for 85 yards.

For Kansas State, Dillon Duff threw for 244 yards on 22 of 33 attempts with one touchdown. Joe Jackson rushed for 33 yards on five carries, while Jaron Tibbs had a standout performance with eight receptions for 115 yards and one touchdown. The game highlighted the resilience of both teams, with TCU ultimately prevailing in their home facility.

Sources

ESPN