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Why One Houston Cougar Could Thrive in the New-Look Big 12

The Big 12 is one of college football's biggest when it comes to competition. With 16 teams all fighting for that top spot in the conference, many teams have to make major sacrifices in order to get there.

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The Hidden Advantage Willie Fritz Is Building That Could Change Houston Football

Houston’s head football coach Willie Fritz took over the program for the 2024 season, and the first year the Cougars struggled by finishing with a 4-8 overall record.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / July 13

What Makes Houston a Big 12 Championship Contender?

Houston has had a major rebuild throughout the past few years. Ever since new Head coach Willie Fritz joined the Cougars in 2024, many positive changes have happened in the program.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / July 13

How Houston can Close Out the Tight Games in the 2026 Season

Houston has a great chance of winning the Big 12 in this upcoming season. However, in order for that to happen, the Cougars need to find ways to close out the tough and narrow games they will face in 2026.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / July 12

Why Cincinnati is One of Houston's Biggest Threats in the Big 12

Houston has been around the Big 12 for a few years now. Ever since joining the conference in 2023, the Cougars have had their sights on a conference championship.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / July 12

Why Houston Will Become The Next Recruiting Hotspot

Houston has had a lot of history when it comes to their recruiting process. Before 2024, many of the players at Houston were recruited from the transfer portal or from lesser-known high schools.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / July 11

What Wins and Loses the Game For Houston vs Colorado

With a Big 12 Championship on the line, this game is an important one for Houston. However, there are some things that Houston has to do in order for victory against the Buffaloes.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / July 10

5 Colorado Players Houston Fans Need to Know For 2026 Matchup

Going into this season, Houston has a more complete roster, stacked with experienced veterans leading, than the Buffaloes. However, Colorado has some players who stand out from the rest and could give the Cougars some trouble in their matchup.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / July 10

Houston's TDECU Stadium Receives Great News in Major Update

The excitement and anticipation continue to build for Houston football's 2026 season, which begins on Sept. 5 at home against Oregon State. This season has some of the highest expectations seen in years.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / July 9

Houston Football Has An Elite Talent Ready For A Bounce-Back Year in 2026

Houston’s head coach Willie Fritz had a lot of success in the 2025 season by assembling a roster largely through the transfer portal. With the Cougars coming off a 10-win season, Houston followed a similar blueprint this offseason.

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Willie Fritz Says Houston Football Has Kelvin Sampson Blueprint

Houston football has had a major culture shift. Before Head coach Willie Fritz arrived in Houston, there was not much of a winning mentality in the building.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / July 9

Willie Fritz Describes The Unique and Perfect Quarterback Situation for Houston

During Willie Fritz's first year as Houston head coach in 2024, quarterback play was an issue. It was one of the reasons why the Cougars' offense was arguably the worst in the country that year.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / July 8

Willie Fritz Confirms Houston Starting QB, Reveals Plans for Keisean Henderson

Houston’s head football coach Willie Fritz has now fully turned around a program that had sat towards the bottom of the Big 12 when he first arrived in 2024.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / July 8

Is Houston ready for the Big 12 Championship?

Houston has had some major attention in the Big 12 recently. With a Head coach like Willie Fritz, the program has had an amazing turnaround. From a 4-8 season to a 10-3 winning season, Houston had made some of its biggest changes after joining the Big 12 conference.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / July 8

Houston Has One Major Advantage in the Big 12 That Nobody is Discussing

The Houston Cougars are more than capable of making a run to the Big 12 championship in 2026. With a reloaded squad full of talent, Houston is considered to be among the top teams of the conference that could achieve something special.

Sam Houston News / Houston Cougars on SI / July 7

Willie Fritz Shares the Real Reason He Chose Houston

Houston’s head football coach Willie Fritz is one of the most accomplished active head coaches in all of college football. After having two of the best seasons in Tulane history in 2022-2023, the veteran head coach decided to take over the University of Houston football program for one main reason.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / July 6

Ranking the Five Biggest Games on Houston's Schedule

Houston had an amazing 2025 schedule. Houston's season had an amazing start, with the Cougars going 4-0 to start off the season. Most of their opponents were out of the conference, but the beginning of the season was a preview into the rest of it.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / July 6

Has Houston Quietly Built Its Best Wide Receiver Group in Years?

Houston has had plenty of attention in the offseason heading into the 2026 season. As the Cougars enter this season with aspirations of winning the Big 12 Conference, questions about the wide receiver group come to mind.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / July 5

Houston Has a Better Path to Success Than Most People Realize

The Big 12 is no stranger when it comes to talented teams and contenders striving to win the conference. However, Houston has a path to another double-digit win season, a chance at the Big 12 Championship game and the College Football Playoffs.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / July 5

The Houston Star the Rest of the Country Is About to Discover

Houston football emerged last season as one of the best teams in the Big 12 Conference, finishing with a 10-3 overall record. While quarterback Conner Weigman and the Cougars’ top receiver Amare Thomas get most of the attention, Houston has another star that is flying under the radar.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / July 4

The Houston Cougar With the Best Chance to Become a First-Round Draft Pick

Houston has a lot of talent when it comes to their roster. Most will only play college football for their career, but others will move on to the NFL if they've met certain milestones in their career.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / July 4

The Milestone Houston Football is Chasing in 2026

Houston Cougars football is just about two months away, and the countdown has already begun for college football. This a big year for Houston and a chance to put itself truly at the top of the Big 12.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / July 3

Why Houston Could Be the Big 12's Most Dangerous Sleeper Team

Going into 2026, Houston has one of the most balanced teams with no outstanding marks in its game. However, Houston comes into the upcoming season as one of the most dangerous teams in the Big 12 with a chance to win the conference.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / July 3

Five Predictions for Houston Football That Could Actually Happen

Houston football has had some major traction these past few months. From having one of the best recruiting classes in school history to being one of the biggest threats the Big 12 has to offer, Houston may have what it takes to become a top-tier program in college football.