UCF vs. Texas Tech Short Report | Nov 18, 2023
Jones AT&T Stadium
Lubbock, TX
Nov 18, 2023
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Game Recap
In an exhilarating matchup, the Texas Tech Red Raiders narrowly defeated the UCF Knights 24-23. The game started strong for UCF, who took an early lead with two touchdowns by RJ Harvey in the first quarter. Texas Tech responded in the second quarter with two passing touchdowns by Behren Morton to Drae McCray and Mason Tharp, evening the score at halftime.
The third quarter saw Texas Tech take the lead with a rushing touchdown by Tahj Brooks. UCF fought back in the fourth with a 24-yard field goal by Colton Boomer and a 71-yard touchdown pass from John Rhys Plumlee to Javon Baker, but missed the extra point. Texas Tech managed to hold onto the lead with a crucial field goal and controlled possession late in the game to secure the victory.
Key Plays:
RJ Harvey (UCF Knights)
RJ Harvey (UCF Knights)
Drae McCray (Texas Tech Red Raiders)
Mason Tharp (Texas Tech Red Raiders)
Tahj Brooks (Texas Tech Red Raiders)
Colton Boomer (UCF Knights)
Gino Garcia (Texas Tech Red Raiders)
Javon Baker (UCF Knights)
Standout Players:
John Rhys Plumlee (UCF Knights, QB)
Completed 16 of 32 passes for 249 yards and a touchdown. Also rushed for 84 yards.RJ Harvey (UCF Knights, RB)
Rushed for 78 yards and two touchdowns, also had 14 receiving yards.Javon Baker (UCF Knights, WR)
Caught 4 passes for 118 yards and a touchdown.Behren Morton (Texas Tech Red Raiders, QB)
Completed 21 of 35 passes for 256 yards and two touchdowns.Tahj Brooks (Texas Tech Red Raiders, RB)
Rushed for 182 yards and a touchdown, also contributed in catching passes.Drae McCray (Texas Tech Red Raiders, WR)
Had 4 receptions for 55 yards and a touchdown.
Team
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UCF Knights
14
0
0
9
23
Texas Tech Red Raiders
0
14
7
3
24
