Jaden Craig throws 2 TDs as TCU beats Baylor 17-6 to end the Bears' 4-game winning streak

TCU's Jaden Craig engineered a two-touchdown performance, guiding the Horned Frogs to a 17-6 victory over in-state rival Baylor, ending Baylor's 4-game winning streak. The game marked TCU's highest-scoring outing against a Power Four opponent this season, with Craig contributing 294 passing yards and two touchdowns. Baylor's efforts to keep the score close were unsuccessful, as they failed to allow more than 19 points throughout the game.

The Horned Frogs secured their first TD with a 25-yard strike to Ed Small in the first quarter. Craig continued the offensive onslaught in the second half, connecting with Jordan Dwyer for a 67-yard catch-and-run, and ultimately finding Ka Morreun Pimpton for an 8-yard touchdown, leading 14-6. Dwyer and Small combined for 150 and 91 receiving yards, respectively.

Baylor's quarterback, DJ Lagway, finished 22 of 53 for 256 yards, including an interception. The Bears' offensive output was their lowest of the season, totaling 310 yards. After Small's touchdown catch put TCU ahead, Baylor attempted field goals on the following three drives, all taking at least 12 plays. Rhett Armstrong's missed 47-yard attempt and a 39-yard, 32-yard field goal were the Bears' only points.

A sloppy finish to the first half included turnovers, but Baylor safety Micah Gifford forced a fumble on Small's 31-yard catch. However, the Frogs recovered. Later, Gifford intercepted Craig while going backward under pressure during a trick play, but Baylor's Ryelan Morris fumbled after being stripped by defensive back Kylin Jackson.