Cincinnati Bearcats Lose to TCU 20-13

In a disappointing end to the season, the Cincinnati Bearcats fell 20-13 to the Texas Christian Horned Frogs, marking their fifth consecutive loss and finishing with a 5-7 record. TCU capitalized on three turnovers by Cincinnati, including two crucial fumbles that set up 10 points for the Horned Frogs in the first half. Despite outgaining TCU in total yards, Cincinnati's struggles in passing and special teams hindered their efforts, as quarterback Brendan Sorsby managed only 160 yards with two interceptions. TCU quarterback Josh Hoover had a solid performance with 212 passing yards, guiding his team to a bowl-eligible 8-4 record. This loss marks the second straight season without a bowl appearance for Cincinnati under head coach Scott Satterfield, raising concerns about the future of the program. The defeat also highlighted ongoing issues with Cincinnati's offensive execution and defensive consistency throughout the season.