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The Irish were left out of the 12-team College Football Playoff field, but what about a 16- or 24-team format?

What Potential Matchups in 16- and 24-Team CFP Formats Would Look Like in 2025

Bryan Fischer

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LSU Football vs. Houston Cougars Kickoff Time and TV Channel Revealed for Texas Bowl

Zack Nagy

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13 Hours Ago

Houston Cougars quarterback Conner Weigman during warmups before the game against the Baylor Bears at McLane Stadium.

Houston Cougars Officially Receive Exciting Matchup for Bowl Game

Zach Dimmitt

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14 Hours Ago

Houston Cougars head coach Willie Fritz against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mountain America Stadium.

Here's Where The Houston Cougars Finished in the Final College Football Playoff Rankings

Ylver Deleon-Rios

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LSU Football's Bowl Destination Revealed With Matchup Against Houston Cougars Set

Zack Nagy

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14 Hours Ago

Sep 20, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley watches game action against the Michigan State Spartans during the second half at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

USC Trojans' Bowl Game Revealed Against Big 12 Opponent

Caden Handwork

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14 Hours Ago

Oct 22, 2025; Kansas City, MO, USA; Houston head coach Kelvin Sampson speaks to media during Big 12 Menís Basketball media day at T-Mobile Center. Mandatory Credit: Sophia Scheller-Imagn Images

Even Kelvin Sampson Knows Keisean Henderson Is Going to be Special

Maanav Gupta

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Dec 6, 2025

Nov 29, 2025; Waco, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars head coach Willie Fritz reacts on the sidelines against the Baylor Bears during the second half at McLane Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images

Houston Cougars Lose a Talented Safety in Flip to Wisconsin

Carson Wersal

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Dec 5, 2025

Nov 1, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Before the game the Houston Cougars stand for a moment of silence for Houston coach Kurt Hester at TDECU Stadium. Hester passed away on October 25, 2025, from stage IV melanoma after an eight-month battle with the disease. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

Recapping Ups and Downs of Houston’s Regular Season

Kolton Becker

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Dec 5, 2025

Nov 29, 2025; Waco, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars quarterback Conner Weigman (1) during warmups before the game against the Baylor Bears at McLane Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images

Houston Cougars Bowl Projections After Conclusion of Regular Season

Maanav Gupta

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Dec 4, 2025

Nov 22, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars defensive back Will James (15) celebrates after an interception during the second quarter against the TCU Horned Frogs at TDECU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

11 Houston Cougars Earn All-Big 12 Conference Honors

Carson Wersal

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Dec 4, 2025

Nov 22, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars head coach Willie Fritz celebrates with wide receiver Amare Thomas (0) after Thomas scores a touchdown during the second quarter against the TCU Horned Frogs at TDECU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Houston Football’s Top Portal Needs After National Signing Day

Ashton Grissom

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Dec 4, 2025

Nov 22, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars defensive back Will James (15) celebrates with teammates after an interception during the second quarter against the TCU Horned Frogs at TDECU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

5 Under the Radar Houston Cougars Signings After Early Signing Day

Maanav Gupta

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Dec 4, 2025

Oct 25, 2025; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Detailed view of a Houston Cougars helmet at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Houston Cougars Close Early-Signing Day With One Of The Best Classes in Team History

Carson Wersal

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Dec 3, 2025

Oct 25, 2025; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Houston Cougars head coach Willie Fritz against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

5 Impact Freshman Houston Welcome After Signing Period

Kolton Becker

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Dec 3, 2025

Jul 9, 2025; Frisco, TX, USA; Houston head coach Willie Fritz speaks with the media during 2025 Big 12 Football Media Days at The Star.

Houston Cougars Recruiting: 2026 Early Signing Day Class Superlatives

Michael Carrara

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Dec 3, 2025

Vanderbilt quarterback commit Jared Curtis is one of the most important recruits of the 2026 class.

10 Most Important Commitments in the 2026 Recruiting Class

Ryan Phillips

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Dec 3, 2025

Houston Cougars head coach Willie Fritz against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mountain America Stadium.

Houston Cougars Early Signing Day Tracker: Every Player Coming to the Program in 2026

Ylver Deleon-Rios

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Dec 5, 2025

Nov 29, 2025; Waco, Texas, USA; The Houston Cougars celebrate after a play against the Baylor Bears during the second half at McLane Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images

Houston Cougars Return to Latest College Football Playoff Rankings

Maanav Gupta

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Dec 4, 2025

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