Lansing, MI, November 7, 2026 — No. 24 Arizona emerged victorious over TCU in a closely contested football matchup, securing a 29-28 win late in the game. The pivotal moment came as Arizona successfully recovered an onside pooch kick, an uncommon play that shifted momentum and set the stage for the decisive score.

The outcome was sealed by a late field goal, which propelled the Wildcats past the Horned Frogs. The final scoreline reflects the tight nature of the contest, with neither team able to establish a significant lead throughout the game.

The strategic decision to attempt an onside pooch kick proved effective for the Arizona team. This type of kick, often a surprise element in football strategy, involves a short, low trajectory kick designed to be recovered by the kicking team. Its successful execution allowed Arizona to regain possession of the ball at a critical juncture, providing an opportunity to mount a final drive.

Following the recovery, Arizona’s offense advanced the ball, culminating in the successful field goal. This score ultimately proved to be the margin of victory, as time expired with the Wildcats holding the narrow lead. The details of the specific player who kicked the field goal, the exact time remaining in the game, or the specific yardage of the kick were not provided in the summary.

TCU, despite their efforts, was unable to respond to Arizona’s final scoring play. The loss marks a setback for the Horned Frogs, while the victory adds a significant result to No. 24 Arizona’s season. Further details regarding game statistics, individual player performances beyond the final score, or the specific circumstances leading up to the onside kick attempt were not available in the provided summary.


Story summarized from the original created by JOHN MARSHALL, Associated Press on www.wlns.com, see more information here.

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