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Hall of Fame college football coach Dennis Franchione has died at age 75 in Austin after a decade-long battle with cancer. Known for revitalizing TCU and later coaching at Alabama and Texas A&M, Franchione left behind a legacy marked by significant program growth and controversial departures. He is survived by his wife, Kim, and three children.
BYU Cougars travel to Fort Worth for a critical Big 12 matchup against TCU, facing a historically difficult venue while managing significant offensive line injuries. Advanced metrics favor BYU’s current efficiency, but the Cougars have not won at TCU since 2006.
TCU wide receiver Dozie Ezukanma was hospitalized for several days with a brain bleed and other injuries after then‑teammate Jacob Fields allegedly punched and kicked him in the Walsh Athletic Complex locker room on Aug. 13. Fields, transferred from Louisiana Tech, was charged with aggravated assault causing serious bodily injury, dismissed from the team, and later released on bond. Eyewitnesses described Ezukanma as knocked out with a severe headache and shoulder pain, prompting multiple CT scans and ICU care before his release on Aug. 16. Coach Sonny Dykes called the incident out of character for the program.
OutKick’s Week 0 betting guide highlights two key bets: in UNC vs. TCU, backing the Horned Frogs to score over 27.5 as they rebound from last year’s 48-14 loss, with a focus on TCU’s offensive potential; and in San Jose State at USC, targeting the Trojans’ team total under 50.5, plus a +195 prop for King Miller to score 2+ TDs, aided by Jayden Maiava’s return as USC looks to push toward a playoff berth.
Ohio State opened as a 2.5-point favorite against No. 9 seed TCU in the NCAA Tournament first round in Greenville, SC (12:15 p.m. ET on CBS), with a -198 moneyline and a 147.5 total, projecting a tight 75-72.5 OSU win. OSU enters with the stronger KenPom (26th) and NET (29th) rankings compared with TCU (KenPom 43rd, NET 39th), and both teams carry similar ATS marks; this marks OSU’s first NCAA bid since 2022 and TCU’s bid for its first NCAA win since 2023.
No. 11 BYU defeated TCU 76-70 in Provo behind freshman A.J. Dybantsa's 25 points, including a decisive second-half stretch that flipped a 7-point deficit into the lead. TCU tied it at 63 with under four minutes left, but BYU closed with a 10-2 run. Edmonds led TCU with 19 points as BYU dominated the boards 51-35. Dybantsa extended his streak to 10 straight 20-point games. BYU improves to 16-1 (4-0 Big 12) and will visit Utah next.
Kansas State football secured a 41-28 victory over TCU, highlighted by two defensive touchdowns, strong performances from quarterback Avery Johnson and running back Joe Jackson, and a notable special teams play by Wesley Fair, signaling a positive turnaround for the Wildcats.
TCU Horned Frogs women’s basketball team secured a 68-58 victory over the BYU Cougars in Provo, Utah, with a strong second-half performance, marking their second Big 12 road victory since 2021. Despite injuries and setbacks, TCU managed to outpace BYU in the third quarter and maintain their lead. BYU, navigating a new league, has faced challenges but showed resilience, with senior forward Lauren Gustin delivering standout performances. The Cougars will look to regroup in their upcoming road matchup with Iowa State.
The Texas Longhorns (14-7, 3-5 Big 12) face the #25 TCU Horned Frogs (16-5, 5-3 Big 12) in a Big 12 matchup. Texas, led by guard Max Abmas, is coming off a close loss to #4 Houston, while TCU is on a three-game win streak, including victories over ranked opponents. Both teams have key players contributing to their success, and the game is expected to be closely contested. The article also includes betting insights and predictions for the game.
The No. 13 Oklahoma Sooners will face off against the TCU Horned Frogs in their final regular season game. The Sooners are aiming for their first 10-win season under Brent Venables, while TCU needs a win to secure a bowl game berth. The Horned Frogs have a strong passing attack but a vulnerable defense. The game will be televised on ESPN, with a kickoff temperature of 48 degrees. Key players to watch include Oklahoma's QB Dillon Gabriel and TCU's QB Josh Hoove.
Texas Longhorns quarterback Quinn Ewers will start in the upcoming game against the TCU Horned Frogs after recovering from an AC joint sprain in his throwing shoulder. Head coach Steve Sarkisian praised Ewers' professionalism and stated that he didn't show any rust during practice. Ewers' return comes after redshirt freshman Maalik Murphy filled in as the starter in the previous two games, with mixed results. Additionally, senior safeties Jalen Catalon and Kitan Crawford will be available, while senior right tackle Christian Jones is also cleared to play.
The Colorado Buffaloes will face the TCU Horned Frogs in a non-conference matchup to kick off the college football season. TCU is favored by 20.5 points, and the over/under is set at 63.5 points. TCU has a nine-game winning streak against Pac-12 opponents and will be led by quarterback Chandler Morris. However, Colorado, under the guidance of head coach Deion Sanders, has a roster filled with newcomers and features junior transfer Shedeur Sanders as their starting quarterback. SportsLine's model predicts the point total to go under and suggests there is value in one side of the spread.
Romi Bean interviews Deion Sanders, head coach of the CU Buffaloes, ahead of their season opener against the TCU Horned Frogs. Sanders discusses his transition from player to coach, his son Shedeur Sanders starting as quarterback, the challenge of facing TCU, the importance of hydration in the Texas heat, and the mentorship of NFL veterans to set the players up for success. Sanders also shares his love for bass fishing and how it relates to football.
The Florida Gators defeated the TCU Horned Frogs 3-2 to advance to the College World Series championship series for the fourth time in program history. Shortstop Josh Rivera hit a two-run homer in the first inning, and second baseman Cade Kurland's RBI infield single in the ninth inning scored the game-winning run. The Gators have won eight consecutive games in the NCAA Tournament and will face the winner of the Wake Forest-LSU game in the championship series starting on Saturday night.
The Florida Gators will face off against the TCU Horned Frogs in the College World Series on Wednesday afternoon. The Gators can clinch a spot in the championship series with a win, while TCU will need to win to force a rematch on Thursday. The Gators have won seven straight games and hit six home runs in their two victories, while TCU has won 11 of their last 12 games.