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Where Houston is Predicted in the First 76-Team March Madness Bracket

The NCAA Tournament is expanding for next season. March Madness will now feature 76 teams at the start compared to the 68-team format. However, the main 64-team bracket heading into the first round will stay the same.

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The Most Important Game On Houston’s Schedule Might Surprise You

Houston plays intriguing teams on its 2026-27 schedule and has numerous games that could be a toss-up. The Cougars' head coach, Willie Fritz, knows that after the last two seasons, playing in the Big 12 and in non-conference games is no easy task, but piling up those wins is possible.

Kelvin Sampson News / Houston Cougars on SI / May 8

Here’s What Kelvin Sampson Had To Say About Djafar Silimana

The future is bright. Houston head coach Kelvin Sampson recently spoke about one of the recent additions who will be a redshirt and shared his thoughts on Djafar Silimana joining the program. “We were looking for a big kid that we could put in the oven,” Sampson said.” Preheat it to 400, and then hit start and let him just stay in there.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / May 7

Houston Cougars Included in New and Expanded Player's Era Tournament

The Houston Cougars will head out to Las Vegas once again next season for the Players' Era Tournament. It's going to look different this time around. This tournament is always important for Houston to attend and take part in due to the NIL opportunity present.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / May 7

Here’s Why Houston Deserves More Credit In This Post NCAA Transfer Portal Poll

College basketball is a long way from the regular season beginning. What the Top 25 will actually look like is way down the line, but Casey Jacobsen assessed what he saw based on the transfer portal, and the poll was not favorable toward the Cougars.

Houston Cougars News / Heartland College Sports / May 7

It’s Been a Disasterous Baseball Season For the Houston Cougars

It’s been an especially unfortunate year for Houston Cougar baseball. Frankly, Todd Whitting‘s 16th season as head coach is far from where he’d hoped this team would be in May.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / May 6

Houston Basketball Reveals More of Its 2026-27 Non-Conference Schedule

The Houston Cougars have become more adventurous in their non-conference basketball schedule over the past few years. While Houston would usually finish that slate of the schedule undefeated, that has changed for the last two seasons.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / May 3

Houston Football Earns Commitment From Standout 2027 WR Over Big 12 Foe

Houston continues to work hard on building its 2027 class, and standout high school receiver Josiah Morgan made it official on Saturday that he was committing to the Cougars.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / May 2

Four Houston Cougars Invited to NBA Combine

There was no shortage of talent on the 2025-26 Houston Cougars. This was one of the most talented teams the program has trotted out during the coach Kelvin Sampson era.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / May 2

Ranking Every Houston Football Offensive Position Group by Confidence Rating

Houston football concluded its spring season with a solid all-around showing in the annual spring game. With several new faces from the transfer portal and the 2026 high school class, the Cougars are inching closer to finalizing their roster for the upcoming season.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / May 2

Here’s 3 Most Exciting Things To Watch This Season For Houston Football

Waiting for football season is like a little kid waiting to open presents on Christmas morning. The same goes for the excitement surrounding the Houston football program, as there are so many things to be fired up about.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / May 1

Houston Transfers Who Will Play the Biggest Roles in 2026

Houston Cougars football is ready to take the next step forward this upcoming season. The expectations are now high to be a contending Big 12 team, and the roster construction matches that.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / May 1

Houston Baseball Releases Updated Weekend Schedule Against Cincinnati

Houston baseball has struggled this season in conference play, and right now the Cougars sit last in the Big 12 with a 4-17 record. The good news is that despite the record, Houston is only three wins back from 12th place, which would earn the Cougars an automatic bid into the Big 12 Conference Tournament.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / May 1

Houston Has A Three Player Competition for The Starting Running Back Spot

No competition equals no progress. There is certainly a battle in the running back room, which is exactly how the Houston football program would like it.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / May 1

These Plays Defined the 2025-26 Houston Cougars

While the Houston Cougars extended their Sweet 16 streak to seven straight this year, the season ultimately ended sooner than expected. The 2026-27 Cougars were a unique team with two starting freshmen in Kingston Flemings and Chris Cenac Jr.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / April 30

Willie Fritz's 3 Biggest Priorities for Houston After NFL Draft

After a historic turnaround in Houston football's third season in the Big 12 conference, which saw a 10-win campaign topped off by its 38-35 Texas Bowl win over LSU on Dec.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / April 30

Conner Weigman’s 3 Best Houston Weapons For Next Season

Lots of options. Offensively, Houston’s starting quarterback will have plenty of people to throw and hand off to for the season opener against Oregon State at TDECU Stadium.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / April 29

Houston Basketball Returns Massive Piece From the 2025 Roster

After losing nine players from last year’s team, Houston basketball had to rebuild its roster primarily through the transfer portal. The Cougars added Corey Hadnot II, Braden East, Dedan Thomas Jr.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / April 29

Houston Cougars Earn Commitment from Star 2027 Running Back

The Houston Cougars football team had a standout high school recruiting class of 2026. It's part of the turnaround that coach Willie Fritz has orchestrated in all departments of the program.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / April 29

What Djafar Silimana Brings To Houston Cougars Basketball

Another star will soon be with the Houston basketball program. His name? Djafar Silimana. In the near future, the center will bring his talents to both

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / April 28

2 Remaining Houston Players Who Will Define the Season After NFL Draft Losses

Now that the 2026 NFL Draft has concluded for a while, and with tight end Tanner Koziol as Houston football's sole pick in the fifth round, plus five undrafted free agent signings and mini-camp invites each, there is naturally a fear of talent holes being missing for the upcoming season.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / April 28