The Kansas Jayhawks and TCU Horned Frogs meet in a key Big 12 battle, each looking to stabilize their seasons. Kansas comes off a tough 32-28 loss to West Virginia, where they led late in the fourth quarter but couldn’t close out the game. Quarterback Jalon Daniels and running back Devin Neal have been the focal points of the Kansas offense, with Daniels throwing for 947 yards and six touchdowns so far this season. Neal’s contributions on the ground have kept Kansas competitive, though turnovers and late-game inefficiencies have cost them wins. For TCU, the season has been up and down, highlighted by a strong offense led by quarterback Josh Hoover and receiver Jack Bech. Hoover has thrown for 1,020 yards and eight touchdowns, though the team has struggled to close out games.

Defensively, TCU has allowed an average of 32 points per game, which has been their Achilles’ heel. They’ll need to improve significantly on defense to contain Kansas’ balanced attack. Injuries to key players, including Major Everhart and Hauss Hejny, could further impact TCU’s offensive and defensive performance. The outcome of this game will likely hinge on which team can better control the tempo. Kansas has shown a tendency to play in high-scoring games, while TCU’s defense will need to rise to the occasion if they hope to slow down the Jayhawks. If Kansas can limit mistakes and exploit TCU’s defensive vulnerabilities, they have a good chance to secure a much-needed victory.