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Dec 27, 2025; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Cougars quarterback Conner Weigman (1) looks to pass the ball during the first half against the Louisiana State Tigers at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

Houston Cougars Make On3’s Way-Too-Early 2026 Top 25

Carson Wersal

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Jan 19, 2026

Houston Cougars head coach Willie Fritz reacts during the second half against the Louisiana State Tigers at NRG Stadium.

Willie Fritz Ranked Among Best Head Coaches In College Football For One Simple Reason

Aaron Raley

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Jan 19, 2026

Sep 6, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars running back Stacy Sneed (21) runs with the ball as Rice Owls cornerback Khary Crump (12) attempts to make a tackle during the first quarter at Rice Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Houston Cougars RB Declares for NFL Draft

Carson Wersal

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Jan 18, 2026

Oct 25, 2025; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Houston Cougars offensive lineman Dalton Merryman (75) against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Standout Houston Cougars Offensive Lineman Declares for NFL Draft

Maanav Gupta

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Jan 17, 2026

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Dec 27, 2025; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Cougars quarterback Conner Weigman (1) calls a play during the first half against the Louisiana State Tigers at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

Why This New Houston Cougars Team Can Succeed Where Last Year’s Failed

Maanav Gupta

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Jan 16, 2026

Houston Cougars head coach Willie Fritz yells out to his team as they play against the ASU Sun Devils at Mountain America Stadium in Tempe on Oct. 25, 2025.

Houston Lands Massive Big Ten Defensive Commitment From Transfer Portal

Ashton Grissom

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Jan 15, 2026

Houston Cougars head coach Willie Fritz yells out to his team as they play against the ASU Sun Devils at Mountain America Stadium in Tempe on Oct. 25, 2025.

Grading the Houston Cougars Transfer Portal Haul So Far

Aaron Raley

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Jan 15, 2026

Oregon State's Trent Walker runs after the catch during an NCAA football game against California at Reser Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Corvallis, Ore.

5 Players Who Could Define Houston Cougars’ 2026 Season

Carson Wersal

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Jan 15, 2026

Aug 30, 2025; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators wide receiver Muizz Tounkara (14) looks on before a game against the Long Island Sharks at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images

Houston Cougars Add Another WR From Transfer Portal

Kolton Becker

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Jan 15, 2026

Dec 27, 2025; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Cougars defensive back Blake Thompson (0) and defensive back Latrell McCutchin Sr. (1) reacts during the second half against the Louisiana State Tigers at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

What Needs the Houston Cougars Still Have in the Transfer Portal

Maanav Gupta

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Jan 14, 2026

Oct 25, 2025; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Houston Cougars offensive lineman Demetrius Hunter (59) against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Former Houston Cougars Offensive Lineman Transfers to Big 12 Rival

Carson Wersal

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Jan 14, 2026

Oct 25, 2025; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Houston Cougars offensive lineman Demetrius Hunter (59) against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Why Demetrius Hunter Could Become An Instant Starter For Deion Sanders' Colorado Buffaloes

Jack Carlough

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Jan 14, 2026

Dec 28, 2024; San Antonio, TX, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders walks on the field during the game against the Brigham Young Cougars at Alamodome. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Colorado Buffaloes Updated Transfer Portal Rankings

Cory Pappas

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Jan 13, 2026

Nov 29, 2025; Waco, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars running back Dean Connors (44) carries the ball ahead of Baylor Bears safety Cameren Jenkins (23) during the second half at McLane Stadium.

Houston Senior Running Back Receives Second College All-Star Invitation

Michael Carrara

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Jan 13, 2026

Houston Cougars linebacker Corey Platt Jr. (9) against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mountain America Stadium.

Houston Cougars Transfer LB Stays in the Big 12

Ylver Deleon-Rios

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Jan 13, 2026

Delaware Blue Hens running back Jo Silver (27) hangs on to the ball as he is flanked by Western Kentucky defensive back Nazir Ward (6) and linebacker Miller Malone (8) for the takedown during Delaware's first home CUSA football game, which was nationally televised, at Delaware Stadium in Newark on Oct. 3, 2025. Western Kentucky won 27-24.

Houston Cougars Add LB with Special Connection Through Transfer Portal

Maanav Gupta

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Jan 13, 2026

Oct 18, 2025; Syracuse, New York, USA; Syracuse Orange quarterback Luke Carney (11) drops back to pass against the Pittsburgh Panthers during the second half at the JMA Wireless Dome. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-Imagn Images

Houston Cougars Add New Quarterback From Transfer Portal

Carson Wersal

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Jan 12, 2026

Jan 4, 2026; Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA; New England Patriots cornerback Marcus Jones (25) reacts against the Miami Dolphins during the second half at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images

Houston Cougars NFL Star Reaches Special Program Milestone

Maanav Gupta

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Jan 12, 2026

Houston Cougars head coach Willie Fritz reacts during the first half against the Louisiana State Tigers at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

Houston Cougars Land SEC Linebacker From Transfer Portal

Aaron Raley

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Jan 10, 2026

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