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This Houston Cougars Defensive Unit Could be Poised for a Big Day vs TCU

The defense for the No.23 Houston Cougars has become one of the more exciting parts of the program this season. In his first year as defensive coordinator, Austin Armstrong has been instrumental in Houston's rise to the top half of the Big 12 in both passing and rushing defense.

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Houston Cougars Star Trio Keep Earning Top Recognitions

The Houston Cougars are perfect to start the 2025-26 season, which is a surprise to nobody with the track record the Cougars have had in recent memory and the immense amount of talent the Houston roster fosters.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / November 18

Houston Cougars Land Standout D-Line Commit for 2026 Class

The No.23 Houston Cougars continue to add to an already outstanding 2026 recruiting class. When head coach Willie Fritz took the job at Houston and said he would be placing an emphasis on local recruiting, it's safe to say he meant it.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / November 18

Houston Cougars Ranked No. 23 in Week 12 College Football Playoff Rankings

For the first time since 2021 and the first time in the coach Willie Fritz era, the Houston Cougars are ranked in the College Football Playoff selection committee rankings.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / November 18

Houston Cougars Star Named Semifinalist For Prestigious Award

When the 2025 season first started for the Houston Cougars, there were a lot of fresh faces that fans would need to get to know. Coach Willie Fritz attacked the transfer portal over the offseason and completely reimagined the Houston squad.

College Football News / Houston Cougars on SI / November 18

No. 25 Houston Faces TCU On Senior Day In Must-Win Matchup

Houston football is having a much better-than-expected season, sitting at 8-2, and the Cougars look to continue their great year against TCU on Saturday, Nov.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / November 17

Houston Cougars Basketball Drop in AP Poll Despite Win

Houston Cougars basketball is coming off a thrilling win in Birmingham, Alabama, vs. no. 22 Auburn on Sunday, 73-72. Houston remains undefeated at 4-0

Kelvin Sampson News / Houston Cougars on SI / November 17

Kelvin Sampson Speaks Highly of Houston's Freshman Class After Auburn Win

One of the things that separates Houston from other college basketball programs is its ability to find freshmen who can contribute to the team's success right away.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / November 17

Houston Cougars Make Their Way Back into the National Polls

The Houston Cougars got the chance to rest this weekend after getting back on track, coming out with a win on the road at the Acrisure Bounce House after securing 30-27 with a late made field goal from Ethan Sanchez and a game-sealing interception from Kentrell Webb.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / November 17

Houston Cougars Delivered Incredible Defensive Stand to Beat Auburn

No. 1 Houston Cougars basketball found a way to remain undefeated (4-0) in a tough environment as they squeak by no. 22 Auburn in Birmingham, Alabama,

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / November 17

What Happened Around the Big 12 During Houston’s Bye Week?

The Houston Cougars bye week may have come at the perfect time this season. Houston got its break with two games left in the season, giving the Cougars some time to get healthy before going into the most important stretch of the season.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / November 17

Houston Cougars Might Get into CFP Top 25 Rankings After Bye Week

It was a good bye week for Houston Cougars football. UH is 8-2 and still has a chance to make the Big 12 Championship. While the Cougars rested this weekend and reloaded for two crucial in-state matchups coming up, some results went their way.

Houston Cougars News / NBA Draft on SI / November 16

Houston's Chris Cenac Jr. Puts Up Big Numbers in Win Over Auburn

The Houston Cougars are off to a hot 4-0 start after a 73-72 win over No. 22 Auburn today. The No. 1 team in the country is continuing its trend of playing elite defense while doing enough to win on the offensive end.

College Basketball News / Houston Cougars on SI / November 16

No. 1 Houston Cougars Survive Thriller vs. No. 22 Auburn

Freshman guard Kingston Flemings shined in Houston’s 73-72 victory over the Auburn Tigers on Sunday afternoon inside Legacy Arena, in Birmingham, Ala. Flemings led the team with 22 points, including 18 in the first half, and he carried Houston to a tough win over a solid Auburn team.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / November 16

Houston overcomes poor shooting for win over Auburn

No. 1 Houston overcomes poor shooting for win over No. 22 Auburn

The energy and thrilling finish matched that of a good portion of the NFL games on Sunday, and it was ultimately Houston that came away with a 73-72 win.

No. 2 Purdue routs Akron

Alex Condon's 19 points help No. 10 Florida hand Miami first loss

Indiana offense held in check in narrow win over Incarnate Word

Sarah Strong stuffs stat sheet as No. 1 UConn drubs Ohio State

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Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / November 15

Former Houston Reliever Wins Prestigious Canadian Award

Former Houston baseball lefty reliever and 2025 Big 12 Pitcher of the Year Antoine Jean just can't stop racking up the accolades from his turnaround campaign.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / November 15

An Early Look At No. 1 Houston vs. No. 22 Auburn

Houston basketball and Auburn are set to play on Sunday, Nov. 16, at 2 p.m., inside Legacy Arena, in Birmingham, Ala. This top-25 matchup will be a great test for each program and a good measuring stick of where each team is at this early into the 2025 season.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / November 15

ESPN Analyst Blatantly Forgets Houston Cougars in Key Statistic

No. 1 Houston basketball has begun their highly awaited 2025-26 season with a 3-0 start and earned their earliest no. 1 ranking in program history this week. The best team in the country took a significant step forward in their third game, and the star freshmen look like their expected potential early.

College Basketball News / Houston Cougars on SI / November 15

Preview: No. 1 Houston Cougars vs. No. 22 Auburn Tigers

The No. 1 Houston Cougars will look to hold on to their top ranking as they head to Birmingham, Ala. to face No. 22 Auburn at Legacy Arena Sunday, Nov.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / November 14

Houston Baseball Adds to 2027 Recruiting Class with Outfield Commit

Earlier this week, head coach Todd Whitting and the Houston Cougars locked in a commitment from Brandon Brannon, an outfielder from Mount Pleasant High School.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / November 14

Houston Athletics Pen Major NIL Deal With Automotive Giant

NIL has drastically changed the landscape of collegiate athletics, with programs now being backed by multi-million dollar funds, and evening out the playing field for historically "smaller" programs, and now the Houston Cougars are ensuring that they don't miss the NIL bus.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / November 14

Oakland Coach Gives a Huge Compliment to Houston Basketball

The no. 1 ranked Houston men’s basketball team has started 3-0 after a domination of Oakland. The Cougars looked significantly better on Wednesday night against a non-conference team that was no joke. While Houston’s freshmen continue to make bigger impacts, it was the typical fierce Cougars defense that stood out to the opponent.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / November 13

Why Ramon Walker Jr. Still Embodies Houston Basketball in the Eyes of Kelvin Sampson

In No. 1 Houston men's basketball's 78-45 win over Oakland on Wednesday at Fertitta Center, the Cougars posted 46 rebounds on the night in a collective effort across the rotation in response to finishing tied on the boards Saturday against Towson.

Houston Cougars News / Field Level Media / November 13

New No. 1 Houston embarrasses Oakland in dominant win

No. 1 Houston's top three scorers finished with more combined points than the entire opposing team in Wednesday night's 78-45 beatdown of visiting Oakland.

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Kelvin Sampson News / Heartland College Sports / November 12

Kelvin Sampson Has an Incredible Message for His Freshmen

Kelvin Sampson didn’t need to bring anyone to the podium after Houston’s win over Towson. The Cougars did what they were supposed to do. They handled business.