TCU Football Faces No. 22 Arizona in Friday Night Showdown
TCU takes a 22-16 comeback win over Kansas into Friday night’s road game against No. 22 Arizona. The Horned Frogs need two wins from their final four games to become bowl eligible, but a team virus affecting 25-30 players could complicate the stretch run.
By the Numbers- 25-30 TCU players are reportedly affected by a virus.
- TCU needs 2 wins in its final 4 games to become bowl eligible.
- Arizona quarterback Noah Fifita has thrown for more than 2,400 yards and 19 touchdowns.
- TCU beat Arizona 49-28 in their most recent meeting, in 2024.
TCU’s Kansas win eased pressure on coach Sonny Dykes, but it followed a rough first half in which the Frogs trailed 13-0. The team’s health is another concern, and player availability for Friday had not yet been announced.
State of Play- Arizona is ranked No. 22 and has lost only to No. 9 BYU and No. 15 Texas Tech.
- TCU’s remaining opponents are Arizona, Kansas State, No. 3 Utah and No. 15 Texas Tech.
- Kickoff is Friday at 9:15 p.m. CST; the game will stream on ESPN.
TCU has momentum, but little margin for error: a depleted roster and a ranked opponent make the Tucson trip a pivotal test in its bowl-eligibility push.
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