Micah Clay

Micah Clay

Joined: May 15, 2026

Micah Clay is a staff writer for the Houston Cougars on SI. He is currently a freshman at the University of Houston and majoring in Sports Administration. He also works for The Cougar organization. You can find Clay on his Instagram(@mcjosh_btw_podcast)

Aug 28, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; General view inside TDECU Stadium before the game between the Houston Cougars and the Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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

Oct 25, 2025; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Houston Cougars defensive back Kentrell Webb (8) against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Oct 25, 2025; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Houston Cougars defensive back Kentrell Webb (8) against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Apr 6, 2025; San Antonio, TX, USA; Houston head coach Kelvin Sampson talks to the media at the Alamodome. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-Imagn Images

Basketball

Houston is set to face off against Alabama and Florida State in their non-conference schedule.

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

Football

How much of an impact will Anthony Boswell make in 2026?

Jul 10, 2024; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Houston Cougars head coach Willie Fritz speaks to the media during the Big 12 Media Days at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Candice Ward-USA TODAY Sports

Football

Is continuity the answer Houston has been searching for?

Jul 7, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Houston quarterback Conner Weigman speaks with reporters during Big 12 Conference Football Media Days at The Star. Mandatory Credit: Raymond Carlin III-Imagn Images

Football

Here is why having a healthy Conner Wiegman with some familiar faces raises the ceiling for Houston.

Sep 14, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; A Houston Cougars helmet on the ground at TDECU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sean Thomas-Imagn Images

Football

Is Houston becoming a place that top-rated recruits consider?

Houston Cougars quarterback Conner Weigman puts on the MVP cowboy hat after the win over LSU Tigers

Football

Will Houston rise to the expectations or sink under the pressure?

Sep 12, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars head coach Willie Fritz walks on the field before the game against the Colorado Buffaloes at TDECU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Football

Here are some reasons why Houston is in a prime position to win in 2026.

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

Football

Why Houston is a difficult team to evaluate.

Houston Cougars defensive end Brandon Mack celebrates his sack in the first quarter against the Arizona Wildcats at TDECU Stadium

Brandon Mack is going into his eighth season as a Cougar. Here's how he can help the defense.

Sep 26, 2025; Corvallis, Oregon, USA; Houston Cougars wide receiver Amare Thomas (0) celebrates a catch and first down during the second quarter against the Oregon State Beavers at Reser Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Craig Strobeck-Imagn Images

Here is why I am buying all the hype around Amare Thomas.

Jul 7, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; Houston head coach Willie Fritz speaks to reporters during Big 12 Conference Football Media Days at The Star. Mandatory Credit: Raymond Carlin III-Imagn Images

How does Houston compare to the other teams Willie Fritz has rebuilt?

Sep 14, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars running back Re'Shaun Sanford II (26) runs the ball in the second half against the Rice Owls at TDECU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sean Thomas-Imagn Images

Why this player is not letting injuries destroy his career.