FORT WORTH -- Texas Tech's final defensive snap against TCU last week was unusual, but also a bit fitting.
TCU sophomore quarterback Shawn Robinson searched every angle of the field, looking for one yard to extend the drive and the Horned Frogs' comeback hopes. But after running from one sideline to the other, the situation escaped his hands. The ball slipped out of Robinson's grasp and was secured by Tech freshman Adrian Frye.
It took a while, but the Red Raiders finally made the stop.
The play was a microcosm of their defensive progress this season.