Let’s take a closer look at TCU’s current status and break down their chances at hitting seven wins this season. 

TCU started out 2019 well enough, showcasing some nice scoring capabilities in a 3-1 start. The Frogs went just 2-6 the rest of the way however, beating only Texas and Texas Tech. The good news is that TCU was only blown out in one game and were otherwise competitive in their losses. 

Returning to the TCU sideline in 2020 is 20-year veteran head coach Gary Patterson. He and his staff will have their work cut out for them. Young QB Max Duggan showed some promise last year and he’s set to take a step forward if a few new targets emerge to replace the departed Jalen Reagor, who led TCU on 43 receptions, 611 yards and five touchdowns last year. There will be plenty of new faces on the roster; the Frogs had another big NFL Draft haul with five former players selected. In addition to Reagor, cornerback Jeff Gladney and DT Ross Blacklock will be big voids for TCU this season. 

Looking at the schedule, there are a lot of different things that could happen. The Frogs have a big game on the road against Cal right out of the gate, and also have an early bye week before hitting the road three times in a five-game span. TCU’s early rhythm is going to be key; they’ll be tested in some major matchups come October. There should be a half-dozen solid teams in the Big 12 this season, and none of those conference outings will be easy. 

Pick: I’m going to go over here. I’m pretty high on TCU; so long as some of the younger players can step up and become contributors the offense should continue to develop. The Frogs also have some options on defense and if nothing else they don’t have a ton of depth issues on that side of the ball. So long as TCU plays to their capabilities—especially in those key Big 12 matchups—the Frogs have a shot at flirting with double-digit victories this season. 

2020 TCU Horned Frogs Football Schedule 

Day, Date                                      Opponent 

Saturday, September 5                   At California 

Saturday, September 12                 Prairie View A&M 

Saturday, September 19                 OPEN 

Saturday, September 26                 At SMU 

Saturday, October 3                       Oklahoma State  

Saturday, October 10                      At West Virginia 

Saturday, October 17                      Kansas State  

Saturday, October 24                      At Baylor  

Saturday, October 31                      Oklahoma 

Saturday, November 7                     Iowa State 

Saturday, November 14                   At Texas   

Saturday, November 21                   Texas Tech  

Saturday, November 28                   At Kansas 

Saturday, December 5                     Big 12 Championship