Craig's Two-Point Drive Seals TCU's 22-16 Victory Over Kansas

TCU Clinches Home Win

The TCU Horned Frogs defeated the Kansas Jayhawks 22-16 on Saturday at Amon G. Carter Stadium in Fort Worth. The decisive moment came in the fourth quarter when Jaden Craig scored a 17-yard rushing touchdown, followed by a successful two-point conversion pass to Jordan Dwyer. That sequence extended TCU's lead to 22-16, securing the victory for the home team.

The game concluded with TCU improving to a 4-4 record, while Kansas fell to 3-5.

Kansas Builds Early Lead

Kansas controlled the first half, establishing a 13-0 advantage before the break. Martin Connington opened the scoring with a 34-yard field goal in the first quarter. In the second quarter, Connington added a 42-yard field goal to extend the lead to 6-0.

Kansas then capitalized on a long drive as Cole Ballard connected with Cam Pickett on a 29-yard pass for a touchdown, with the kick good. TCU failed to score in the first two periods, leaving them behind on the scoreboard heading into halftime.

TCU Responds in Third Quarter

The Horned Frogs ignited their offense in the third quarter, outscoring Kansas 14-0 in the period. Max Carroll returned an interception 60 yards for a touchdown, cutting the deficit to 13-7. TCU then struck again when Ace Theus rushed 28 yards for a touchdown, putting the Horned Frogs ahead 14-13.

The momentum shift was significant, as TCU took their first lead of the game and carried it into the final stanza.

Late Game Drama

Kansas responded early in the fourth quarter when Martin Connington kicked a 27-yard field goal to take a 16-14 lead. However, TCU answered with their final scoring drive. Jaden Craig carried the ball 17 yards into the end zone for a touchdown.

The subsequent two-point conversion attempt was successful, with Craig passing to Jordan Dwyer to seal the game. Craig finished with 141 passing yards on 13 of 29 attempts and 87 rushing yards on 15 carries, including the game-winning touchdown. Kari Ashley led TCU receiving with 50 yards on three catches.

For Kansas, Ballard threw for 285 yards and one touchdown but also had an interception. Keaton Kubecka rushed for 58 yards, and Nahzae Cox caught five passes for 145 yards. Attendance at the stadium was 32,549.

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