Carson Wersal

Joined: Aug 16, 2025

Nov 29, 2025; San Antonio, Texas, USA; UTSA Roadrunners tight end Patrick Overmyer (9) celebrates his touchdown catch against the Army Black Knights during the first half at the Alamodome. Mandatory Credit: Danny Wild-Imagn Images

Feb 7, 2026; Provo, Utah, USA; Houston Cougars Head Coach Kelvin Sampson gives instruction during the first half against the BYU Cougars at Marriott Center. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Baker-Imagn Images

Mar 4, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars guard Emanuel Sharp (21) dribbles against Baylor Bears guard Dan Skillings Jr. (0) in the first half at Fertitta Center. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

Houston coach Todd Whitting walks to the dugout in game one of their Big 12 conference baseball series against Texas Tech, Friday, April 5, 2024, at Rip Griffin Park.

Oct 25, 2025; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Houston Cougars quarterback Conner Weigman (1) against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Football

Here's a quick look at the Houston Cougars players who have the talent and athletic traits to stand out at the 2027 NFL Combine.

Jan 3, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Houston Cougars guard Mercy Miller (25) dribbles against Cincinnati Bearcats forward Jalen Celestine (32) in the first half at Fifth Third Arena. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images

Basketball

Kelvin Sampson praised Mercy Miller’s rare loyalty and growing impact on the Houston Cougars, highlighting how the sophomore guard’s development and two‑way play could elevate Houston heading into March.

Oct 25, 2025; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Houston Cougars defensive back Latrell McCutchin Sr. (1) against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Football

Houston Cougars defensive back Latrell McCutchin Sr. may have improved his NFL Draft stock after multiple positive performances at the NFL Combine.

Nov 14, 2022; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars head coach Kelvin Sampson speaks with assistant coach Kellen Sampson prior to the game against the Oral Roberts Golden Eagles at Fertitta Center. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

Basketball

Despite a turbulent three-game stretch, assistant coach Kellen Sampson believes that Kelvin Sampson is the perfect head coach to lead the Houston Cougars.

Houston Cougars guard Milos Uzan (7) lines up a three-pointer against Kansas Jayhawks during the game inside Allen Fieldhouse on Monday, Feb. 23, 2026.

Basketball

Despite the program's three-game losing streak, the Houston Cougars hold the fourth-highest odds to win the National Championship.

Feb 21, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Arizona Wildcats guard Jaden Bradley (0) dribbles against Houston Cougars guard Milos Uzan (7) in the first half at Fertitta Center. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

Basketball

The Houston Cougars were featured in one of college basketball's most-watched games of the season.

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

Football

The Houston Cougars has made the final six for a top wide receiver in the 2027 recruiting class.

Houston Cougars head coach Kelvin Sampson applauds a play against Kansas Jayhawks during the game inside Allen Fieldhouse on Monday, Feb. 23, 2026.

Basketball

Houston Cougars head coach Kelvin Sampson remained optimistic despite the suffering his third loss in a row.

Feb 10, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Houston Cougars guard Emanuel Sharp (21) drives to the basket against Utah Utes forward Seydou Traore (0) during the first half at Jon M. Huntsman Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images

The Houston Cougars' dreams of a regular season Big 12 title hang in the balance as they look to rebound after two-straight losses.

Feb 21, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars center Chris Cenac Jr. (5) reacts while playing against the Arizona Wildcats in the second half at Fertitta Center. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

Despite boasting one of the stronger records in the Big 12, the Houston Cougars are projected to be a 2-seed in the NCAA Tournament.

Dec 27, 2025; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Cougars quarterback Conner Weigman (1) puts on the MVP cowboy hat after the win over Louisiana State Tigers at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

Houston Cougars quarterback Conner Weigman helped kickoff Houston baseball's home-series against the UTRGV Vaqueros.

Feb 16, 2026; Ames, Iowa, USA; Iowa State Cyclones guard Nate Heise (0) defends the shot from Houston Cougars guard Milos Uzan (7) during the second half at James H. Hilton Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Reese Strickland-Imagn Images

The Houston Cougars are in elite company according to KenPom's offensive and defensive efficiency.