Massive Insights on Top 25 College Football Team Blows Late 9-Point Lead in Major Upset

In Week 10 of the college football season in the Big 12, it seemed that the safest spot for teams vying for the conference title was on the couch. Shortly after No. 11 Iowa State Cyclones fell to the Texas Tech Red Raiders, No. 17 Kansas State Wildcats suffered a surprising upset against the Houston Cougars. The Wildcats had a lead of up to nine points in the second half, but the Cougars scored 14 consecutive points in the fourth quarter to clinch a 24-19 victory.

This win was unexpected for many, including oddsmakers, as the Cougars entered the game as 9.5-point underdogs. Despite being outgained by nearly 100 yards and converting only 3 of 12 third downs, Houston capitalized on a critical interception by Kansas State’s Avery Johnson at their own 12-yard line. The Cougars wasted no time, scoring a touchdown just three plays later to narrow the deficit to 19-17.

Kansas State’s offense then went cold, punting on their next two possessions before Houston quarterback Zeon Chriss broke off a significant 41-yard touchdown run, putting the Cougars ahead 24-19. With 2:31 left in the game, Kansas State had a chance to regain the lead, but Johnson was intercepted again. Although they got the ball back with 35 seconds remaining, the Wildcats couldn’t execute a comeback. This loss marks Kansas State’s second in Big 12 play, dropping their record to 7-2 and fourth in the standings. Meanwhile, Houston improves to 4-5 and is now two wins away from bowl eligibility with three games left on their schedule. Both teams will be on a bye next week.