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Sep 6, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars head coach Willie Fritz walks on the sideline during the fourth quarter against the Rice Owls at Rice Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Houston, Willie Fritz Smoke Out Rice's 'Gun Choice' Offense

Noah Ruiz

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Sep 7, 2025

Sep 6, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars running back Dean Connors (44) runs with the ball during the first half against the Rice Owls at Rice Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

The Good, Bad and Ugly of Houston Cougars' Week 2 Victory

Noah Ruiz

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Sep 7, 2025

Oct 7, 2023; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders walks the sidelines as his team takes on the ASU Sun Devils at Mountain America Stadium.

Colorado Buffaloes Interesting Betting Odds vs. Houston: Closer Than Expected?

Angela Miele

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Sep 7, 2025

Houston Cougars running back Dean Connors (44) runs with the ball as Rice Owls safety Peyton Stevenson (9) attempts to make a tackle during the first quarter.

Houston Cougars RB Dean Connors Excels Against Former Team

Ylver Deleon-Rios

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Sep 7, 2025

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Oct 19, 2024; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Colorado Buffalos quarterback Ryan Staub (16) against the Arizona Wildcats at Arizona Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Colorado's Ryan Staub Channels His Inner Shedeur Sanders, Sparking Quarterback Debate

Ben Armendariz

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Sep 7, 2025

Houston Cougars running back Dean Connors (44) runs with the ball as Rice Owls safety Peyton Stevenson (9) attempts to make a tackle during the first quarter at Rice Stadium.

Houston Cougars Cruise Past Rice Owls in Bayou Bucket Classic

DJ Burton

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Sep 6, 2025

Houston Cougars running back Dean Connors (44) runs with the ball during the first quarter against the Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks at TDECU Stadium.

Both Defenses Holding Strong at Halftime In Houston Cougars vs Rice Owls

DJ Burton

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Sep 6, 2025

Sep 6, 2025; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders before the game against the Delaware Fightin Blue Hens at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Three Key Takeaways From the Colorado Buffaloes' Statement Win Over Delaware

Ben Armendariz

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Sep 6, 2025

Aug 28, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars quarterback Conner Weigman (1) attempts a pass during the first quarter against the Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks at TDECU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Dean Connors, Conner Weigman Lead Coogs Past Rice: Live Game Updates for Houston Cougars vs. Rice Owls

Aaron Raley

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Sep 6, 2025

September 29, 2012; Houston, TX, USA; Rice Owls cornerback Phillip Gaines (15) defends against a pass intended for Houston Cougars wide receiver Dewayne Peace (9) in the fourth quarter at Reliant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Houston Football Announces Game Captains For Matchup Against Rice

Ashton Grissom

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Sep 6, 2025

Aug 28, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars tight end Tanner Koziol (9) celebrates with wide receiver Stephon Johnson (5) after scoring a touchdown during the first quarter against the Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks at TDECU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Houston Cougars Release Hype Video Ahead of Rivalry Game vs. Rice

Carson Wersal

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Sep 6, 2025

April 24, 2012; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates relief pitcher Brad Lincoln (32) pitches against the Colorado Rockies during the eighth inning of the second game of a doubleheader at PNC Park. The Pittsburgh Pirates won 5-1. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Two Former Houston Cougars Pitchers Named to All-Quarter Century Team

Jon Alfano

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Sep 5, 2025

Iowa State-Iowa headlines the list of college football rivalry games for Week 2

Previewing College Football’s Week 2 rivalry games

Josh Helmholdt

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Sep 5, 2025

Houston head coach Kelvin Sampson talks to the media.

Kelvin Sampson Breaks Down Houston Cougars' Seamless transition to the Big 12

Ylver Deleon-Rios

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Sep 5, 2025

Aug 28, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars quarterback Conner Weigman (1) attempts a pass during the first quarter against the Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks at TDECU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Houston Cougars Unveil Icy Jersey Choice vs. Rice Owls

Aaron Raley

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Sep 5, 2025

Sep 14, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars wide receiver Stephon Johnson (5) runs in a touchdown in the second quarter against the Rice Owls at TDECU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sean Thomas-Imagn Images

What Happened Last Time Between Houston Cougars and Rice Owls?

Jon Alfano

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Sep 4, 2025

Houston Cougars head coach Willie Fritz walks on the sideline during the game against the Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks.

Houston Cougars Stock Watch after Week 1: Who's Up & who's Down?

Ylver Deleon-Rios

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Sep 4, 2025

Aug 28, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars quarterback Conner Weigman (1) celebrates with fans after the game against the Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks at TDECU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Houston Football’s Player Ratings in EA College Football 2026

Ashton Grissom

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Sep 3, 2025

Aug 28, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars defensive back Will James (15) celebrates after a play during the first quarter against the Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks at TDECU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Houston Cougars Player Spotlight of the Week: Will James

Noah Ruiz

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Sep 3, 2025

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