 On September 20, Kolb threw for 321 yards and four touchdowns and went 20-for-29 passing in the 42–35 win over Mississippi State.He was named Conference USA Player of the Week for his performance.On October 25, Kolb accounted for over 400 yards passing and 100 yards rushing against TCU in a 62-55 loss to the Horned Frogs, only the fourth time this feat had been achieved in Division I-A.