In their season opener, TCU Horned Frogs edged out Stanford Cardinal 34-27, overcoming two turnovers and 100 penalty yards. Despite trailing for much of the game, TCU rallied in the final minutes, led by quarterback Josh Hoover, who threw for 352 yards and two touchdowns. Stanford, marking its first season in the ACC, struggled offensively, with Ashton Daniels passing for 163 yards and rushing for 89, but the Cardinal's running backs only managed 35 yards. TCU's defense was pivotal, sacking Daniels five times and limiting Stanford's rushing game significantly in the second half. The victory marked a much-needed boost for TCU after a disappointing previous season, while Stanford continued its struggles at home under coach Troy Taylor. The Horned Frogs' ability to convert crucial plays late in the game proved decisive in securing their win.