Cory Rodgers had a first-quarter reception to extend his streak to 26 games with at least one catch. It represents every contest in his collegiate career.
Ervin Dickerson's first-half catch made him the 10th different Frog to have a reception in the opening six quarters of the season.
Rodgers' 87-yard kickoff return for a touchdown was the first score of his career via a return as well as the longest return. His previous long kickoff return was 55 yards, while he once went 57 yards with a punt.
Rodgers has moved into second place on TCU's career list for kickoff return yards with 1,349, surpassing Toby Morey (1,276, 1989-91). LaTarence Dunbar is the leader with 1,513 yards (1999-02).
Starting tailback Lonta Hobbs left the game in the first quarter with a groin injury and did not return. He had rushed for 40 yards on six carries.
Robert Merrill topped TCU on the ground with 99 yards on 20 carries. He was one yard shy of his ninth career 100-yard game.
