Ashton Grissom

Joined: Aug 15, 2025

Ashton Grissom is a staff writer for Houston Cougars on SI. He is currently a senior at the University of Houston and majoring in Sports Media Production with a minor in Marketing and Spanish. He also works for two student organizations: The Cougar and CoogTV. You can find Grissom on his Instagram (@ashtonagrissom8) or Twitter (@ashtongrissom8).

Houston Cougars center Chris Cenac Jr. (5) dunks the ball as Auburn Tigers take on the Houston Cougars at Legacy Arena in Birmingham, Ala. on Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025. Houston Cougars defeated Auburn Tigers 73-72.

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A new ruling on Texas Tech’s quarterback Brendan Sorsby has greatly affected Houston’s chances to win its first Big 12 Title game.

Sep 26, 2025; Corvallis, Oregon, USA; Houston Cougars wide receiver Amare Thomas (0) runs the ball during the fourth quarter against the Oregon State Beavers at Reser Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Craig Strobeck-Imagn Images

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Houston football has a strong mix of veterans and young talent, and the Cougars could very well have the best receiving group in the Big 12 Conference.

Dec 27, 2025; Houston, TX, USA; 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

Recruiting

Houston football continued it's momentum in the 2027 class by landing one of the best defensive players in the Houston area.

Oct 4, 2025; Waco, Texas, USA; Kansas State Wildcats quarterback Avery Johnson (2) reacts after running for a 31 yard touchdown against the Baylor Bears during the first half at McLane Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images

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Kansas State has 5 players that can really make an impact in the matchup against Houston in October.

Dec 27, 2025; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Cougars wide receiver Amare Thomas (0) reacts during the first half against the Louisiana State Tigers at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

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Houston football and Kansas State are set to face off on Saturday, October 10, in Kansas, and there are three main matchup which will decide the outcome of this game.

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Kansas State has several strengths and weaknesses heading into the two team’s second matchup in the Big 12 Conference, and their is one way where the Wildcats could upset Houston.

Nov 29, 2025; Manhattan, Kansas, USA; Kansas State Wildcats running back Joe Jackson (4) takes the handoff from quarterback Avery Johnson (2) during the fourth quarter at Bill Snyder Family Football Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Sewell-Imagn Images

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Houston football will take on the Kansas State Wildcats on the road this season, which will be a tough matchup for the Cougars.

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A new ruling of Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby will have major implications in the matchup in week 3 against the Houston Cougars.

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Houston football added to its Big 12 best 2027 recruiting class with the addition of an elite defender.

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

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Houston football has three under-the-radar guys who could have a huge impact in 2026.

Brock Berlin (7) and Louisiana Tech's Luke McCown meet after a 2003 matchup at Shreveport's Independence Stadium.

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Houston football offered the son of a former college football star on June 3.

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Houston football could add to its No. 1 2027 class with three Houston-area recruits.

Ashton Grissom

Joined: Aug 15, 2025

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