Can the Kansas Jayhawks finally close out a fourth-quarter lead to secure their first conference win and first win overall since week one? TCU is going through its own struggles of late but has a powerful offense that could cause KU problems. The Horned Frogs and Jayhawks will battle in Arrowhead Stadium for KU’s first of three games at the home of the Kansas City Chiefs.
Opponent Overview
Team: TCU
Record: 2-2
Line: KU -1.5
Team Form
TCU started the season 2-0 with a seven-point road win at Stanford and a 45-0 win over FCS’ LIU, but it’s been rough for the Horned Frogs’ defense of late. TCU gave up 35 points in a one-point loss to UCF before SMU put up a whopping 66 points on the Frogs last week. TCU’s offense is as dangerous as ever, but the defense ranks 112th out of 134 teams nationally in opponent points per game.
Players to Watch
Redshirt sophomore quarterback Josh Hoover has taken a step up in his development this year. Hoover is completing 68.5% of his passes (a career high) for 1,418 yards and 11 touchdowns to just two interceptions. Hoover’s passing yards rank third in the entire country, and his 354.4 yards per game is fourth nationally.