West Virginia vs. Houston Short Report | Oct 12, 2023
TDECU Stadium
Houston, TX
Oct 12, 2023
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Game Recap
The Houston Cougars edged out the West Virginia Mountaineers in a high-scoring thriller, final score 41-39. Despite an early lead by West Virginia, Houston responded with a 100-yard kickoff return touchdown by Matthew Golden. The game featured dramatic momentum shifts, capped by a last-minute touchdown pass from Donovan Smith to Stephon Johnson.
West Virginia's Garrett Greene threw for 391 yards and two touchdowns but fell short in the final seconds. Houston's Donovan Smith was equally impressive, throwing four touchdown passes and rushing for one. The game was marked by critical turnovers and crucial plays on special teams.
Key Plays:
Matthew Golden (Houston Cougars)
CJ Donaldson Jr. (West Virginia Mountaineers)
Garrett Greene (West Virginia Mountaineers)
Donovan Smith (Houston Cougars)
Garrett Greene (West Virginia Mountaineers)
Stephon Johnson (Houston Cougars)
Standout Players:
Donovan Smith (Houston Cougars, QB)
Accounted for five total touchdowns (four passing, one rushing) and passed for 253 yards.Garrett Greene (West Virginia Mountaineers, QB)
Threw for 391 yards and two touchdowns, adding two rushing touchdowns and showing resilience throughout the game.Stephon Johnson (Houston Cougars, WR)
Made vital catches, including the game-winning 49-yard touchdown reception.Matthew Golden (Houston Cougars, WR)
Returned a kickoff for a 100-yard touchdown, providing crucial special teams spark.Devin Carter (West Virginia Mountaineers, WR)
Accumulated 116 receiving yards on five catches, important in keeping West Virginia in the game.
Team
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West Virginia Mountaineers
10
0
7
22
39
Houston Texans
7
7
7
20
41
