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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

Houston Cougars place kicker Jack Martin (41) kicks a field goal with time expiring in the fourth quarter to give the Cougars a win over Utah Utes at TDECU Stadium.

3 Houston Cougars Who Could Stand Out vs Rice

DJ Burton

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Sep 3, 2025

Houston Cougars players run onto the field before the game against the Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks at TDECU Stadium.

How to Watch Houston Cougars vs. Rice Owls in Week 2

Ylver Deleon-Rios

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Sep 3, 2025

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Aug 28, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars head coach Willie Fritz looks on during the fourth quarter against the Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks at TDECU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Big 12 Power Rankings Show Houston Cougars Still Have Work to Do

Jon Alfano

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Sep 3, 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

How Houston’s Top Recruits Performed in Week 1

Ashton Grissom

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Sep 2, 2025

Aug 28, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars head coach Willie Fritz looks on during the fourth quarter against the Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks at TDECU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Houston's Willie Fritz is Familiar With Rice's 'Gun Choice' Offense

Noah Ruiz

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Sep 2, 2025

Aug 28, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars linebacker Latreveon McCutchin (10) reacts after a play during the first quarter against the Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks at TDECU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

3 Players to Watch in Houston's Rivalry Matchup vs. Rice

Carson Wersal

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Sep 2, 2025

Houston Cougars wide receiver Mekhi Mews (83) is lifted up by offensive lineman Demetrius Hunter (59) after scoring a touchdown against the Kansas Jayhawks during the second quarter at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images

Willie Fritz Could Shake Up Houston’s Offensive Line Ahead of Week 2

DJ Burton

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Sep 2, 2025

Sep 1, 2025; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels head coach Bill Belichick with TCU Horned Frogs head coach Sonny Dykes after the game at Kenan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Here's How UCF's 2025 Opponents Did In Week One (And Zero)

Bryson Turner

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Sep 2, 2025

Houston Cougars head coach Willie Fritz looks on during the fourth quarter against the Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks.

Why The New Houston Cougars' Coordinators Are Already Impressing Willie Fritz

Ylver Deleon-Rios

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Sep 2, 2025

Aug 30, 2025; Corvallis, Oregon, USA; Oregon State Beavers head coach Trent Bray greets fans before the game against the California Golden Bears at Reser Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Craig Strobeck-Imagn Images

How Did Oregon State's 2025 Opponents Fare In Week One?

Kyle Clements, Joe Londergan

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Sep 2, 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

What We Learned About Houston Cougars in Their Season Opener

Aaron Raley

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Sep 1, 2025

Sep 30, 2022; Then-Tulane Green Wave linebacker Corey Platt Jr. (45) and linebacker Darius Hodges (6) tackle Houston Cougars quarterback Clayton Tune (3) during the first half at TDECU Stadium in Houston, Texas.

Houston Cougars' Linebacking Room Hails Significant Return Ahead Of Week 2

Michael Carrara

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Sep 1, 2025

Houston Cougars defensive lineman Khalil Laufau (18) celebrates with defensive back Marc Stampley II (22) after a defenisve play during the first quarter against the Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks at TDECU Stadium.

Houston’s Cornerback Room Could Make a Run for Best in the Nation

DJ Burton

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Sep 1, 2025

Aug 28, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars running back Dean Connors (44) runs with the ball during the first quarter against the Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks at TDECU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

How Coach Willie Fritz Wants Houston Football to Improve Before Clash with Rice

Ashton Grissom

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Sep 1, 2025

Oct 19, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Houston Cougars helmet on the sidelines prior to the game against the Kansas Jayhawks at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images

Former Houston Cougars LB Saves Man From Burning Car

Jon Alfano

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Sep 1, 2025

Houston Cougars quarterback Conner Weigman (1) runs with the ball during the first quarter against the Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks.

Multiple Houston Cougars Transfers Show Out in Season Debuts

Ylver Deleon-Rios

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Sep 1, 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

Injury Update For Houston Cougars Star Is Massive For Rivalry Matchup vs. Rice

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Sep 1, 2025

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