Sam Houston vs. Houston Short Report | Sep 23, 2023
TDECU Stadium
Houston, TX
Sep 23, 2023
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Game Recap
In Week 4 of the 2023 season, the Houston Cougars dominated the Sam Houston Bearkats with a decisive 38-7 victory at TDECU Stadium. Houston showcased a balanced and efficient offense led by quarterback Donovan Smith, who tallied 294 passing yards and a touchdown. The Cougars' defense was equally effective, limiting the Bearkats to just eight first downs and forcing critical turnovers.
The game started with a promising drive by Houston, culminating in a 23-yard field goal by Jack Martin. Sam Houston responded with a touchdown from Trapper Pannell, but Houston's Parker Jenkins quickly turned the tide with three rushing touchdowns. The Cougars sealed the game with critical plays in the third and fourth quarters, including a 58-yard touchdown pass from Ui Ale to Stacy Sneed.
Key Plays:
Jack Martin (Houston Cougars)
Trapper Pannell (Sam Houston Bearkats)
Parker Jenkins (Houston Cougars)
Parker Jenkins (Houston Cougars)
Parker Jenkins (Houston Cougars)
Matthew Golden (Houston Cougars)
Stacy Sneed (Houston Cougars)
Standout Players:
Donovan Smith (Houston Cougars, QB)
Completed 31 of 40 passes for 294 yards and a touchdown, leading a balanced offensive attack.Parker Jenkins (Houston Cougars, RB)
Rushed for 105 yards on 20 attempts, scoring three critical touchdowns to secure the win.Stacy Sneed (Houston Cougars, RB)
Made a significant impact in the passing game, including a 58-yard touchdown reception.Anthony Holmes Jr. (Houston Cougars, DL)
Recorded one sack and two tackles for loss, applying consistent pressure on the opposing quarterback.Jack Martin (Houston Cougars, K)
Contributed with a 23-yard field goal and was perfect on extra points, going 5-for-5.Grant Gunnell (Sam Houston Bearkats, QB)
Completed 14 of 22 passes for 100 yards but struggled under consistent defensive pressure.
Team
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Sam Houston Bearkats
7
0
0
0
7
Houston Texans
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14
7
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