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Houston Exploring Options to Fix TDECU Stadium's Significant Field Damage

While there are less than four months to go until the Houston Cougars kickoff their 2026 football season at home on Sept. 5 at 11 a.m. against Oregon State, it looks like the home field could still have potential issues.

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6 Factors that will Determine Houston's Defensive Ceiling

After a dominant 2025 season, Houston enters 2026 with the potential to have the best defense in the Big 12. However, several key factors are in play that could determine the Cougars success.

Will Davis News / Houston Cougars on SI / May 28

Houston’s New Coach Is The Key The Cougars To Reaching The College World Series

On Tuesday, May 26, Houston baseball hired Will Davis as the ninth head coach in Cougar baseball history. The move was to replace former head coach Todd Whitting, who was released after being with the program since 2010.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / May 26

Houston Cougars Baseball Has Found its New Head Coach

Houston baseball recently parted ways with former head coach Todd Whitting, who had been with the program since 2010. With a focus on building a new culture, the Cougars may have found its head coach for the future.

Kelvin Sampson News / Houston Cougars on SI / May 26

Kelvin Sampson Analyzed Houston's Specific Transfer Portal Ideology

The Houston Cougars are one of the most unique basketball programs in the country, and a lot of that has to due with the infectious culture that coach Kelvin Sampson and his staff have instilled.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / May 25

5 Reasons for Concern for Houston in 2026

In 2025, Houston had an unexpected season, going 10-3 and winning the Kinders Texas Bowl against LSU. Moving into 2026, there are some concerns if Houston can repeat its success.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / May 24

Does Houston Football Have the Best Receiver in the Big 12 Conference?

Since joining the Cougars for the 2025 season, Houston’s offensive coordinator Slade Nagle has implemented a game plan that has worked so far. Last year, the Cougars saw over a 15-point jump in points scored per game, and Houston’s senior wide receiver Amare Thomas was a big reason why.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / May 24

5 Reasons to be Optimistic for Houston Cougars Football in 2026

The Houston Cougars are coming off of an impressive season from their 2025 campaign. In the short time between 2024 and the present, we have seen Head Coach Willie Fritz turn the program into one of the more successful teams in the conference.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / May 23

Houston's Conner Weigman Got Snubbed on On3's Top 100 Players for 2026

The Houston Cougars experienced a significant upgrade in quarterback play last season. That was due to Conner Weigman. The former five-star recruit out of Cypress, Texas, transferred from Texas A&M to Houston prior to last season and the move to return home ended up working out great.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / May 23

Todd Whitting's Thoughts on the End of His Time as Houston Baseball Coach

Houston Cougars baseball announced after the season ended that longtime head coach Todd Whitting's contract would not be renewed. That move ended Whitting's 16-year run as the head man of Houston baseball.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / May 23

Top-50 2027 Guard Locks in Visit to Houston Cougars

After landing many top recruits in the previous two cycles such as Kingston Flemings, Isiah Harwell, Chris Cenac Jr. and Arafan Diane, Houston has been a popular destination for high school standouts.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / May 22

Why Houston football Could Have the Big 12's Best Running Backs in 2026

In college football, it is very important that your team specializes in something when it comes to gameday. For some programs, they focus on passing the ball to star receivers with quarterbacks who can throw and pass effectively.

Sam Houston News / Houston Cougars on SI / May 20

Houston Cougars Baseball Head Coaching Hot Board

The Houston Cougars are now looking for a new head baseball coach after Todd Whitting was informed his contract would not be renewed. Whitting, who was the longtime baseball coach at Houston, just finished his 16th season at the head of the program.

Kelvin Sampson News / Houston Cougars on SI / May 20

Kelvin Sampson Delivers Powerful Message to Fans Regarding NIL Funding

Houston basketball has been a top basketball program for nearly a decade, and head coach Kelvin Sampson has continued that success even in the NIL era.

College Football News / Houston Cougars on SI / May 20

Making the Case that Conner Weigman is the Best QB in the Big 12

In the 2025 offseason, second year Head coach Willie Fritz made a move that would bring a bright future to the Houston Cougars football team. After losing former quarterback Donovan Smith to graduation, Fritz needed a new star at the quarterback position, so he turned his eyes to the transfer portal.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / May 19

This Will Be The Most Interesting Test Houston Faces All Season

The 2026 Houston Football schedule has a lot of threatening opponents heading into the later half of the season. After their game against the Oklahoma State Cowboys, Houston will be travelling over to Salt Lake City to face off against the formerly ranked Utah Utes for their week 8 matchup.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / May 19

Why Houston Football Can Win Its First Big 12 Conference Championship In 2026

Houston football had an impressive 10-win season last year which surpassed many experts ' predictions going into the 2025 season. Now, head coach Willie Fritz is entering his third year at the University of Houston, and the Cougars could be even better than they were last year.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / May 19

How Houston Can Reach Their Full Potential in 2026

In 2025, Houston's football program broke expectations, winning 10 games and a bowl game against LSU. However, the Cougars still have some areas that need to be consistent in order to reach their potential.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / May 18

Houston's Kingston Flemings Stands Out With Special NBA Combine Performance

The impact of the Houston Cougars on the NBA has been demonstrated recently in the playoffs and it was also shown at the 2026 NBA Combine. Houston had four players from this past season's team perform at the combine.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / May 18

Houston Football's Biggest Rivalries Ranked

Houston's football program has built intense rivalries, shaping the history of the team. From rivalries where trophies were involved to duels where Houston wanted to prove themselves, the Cougars have established historical and memorable rivalries in the program.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / May 18

Ranking Every Road On The Houston Schedule From Easiest To Hardest

Road games are either easy or tough. For Houston this season, a few road games appear to be less demanding than others. The schedule offers six road games with a few fanbases that make the environment tricky to play at, while other opponents are still searching for their identity, which makes the contest seem more manageable.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / May 17