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Houston Brings in Trio of Big 12 Weekly Honors After Arizona State Win

The Houston Cougars may have been the most disrespected 6-1 team in the country heading into their game against the then No. 24 Arizona State Sun Devils.

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How the Houston Cougars Built a Winning Team Through Transfer Portal

During his midweek press conference on Monday, head coach Willie Fritz touched on a variety of subjects including the development of Conner Weigman, the three-sack performance by Eddie Walls, and updates on the health of Carlos Allen Jr.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / October 28

These 3 X-Factors Will Carry Houston Against West Virginia

The Houston Cougars roster is tremendous, with players up and down the roster who can make big plays and cause havoc. Coach Willie Fritz has done an extraordinary job each week preparing his program in practice to follow the script that has contributed to the Cougars' 7-1 start.

Houston Cougars News / Heartland College Sports / October 28

Tuesday Takes: Houston’s Rise, Kansas’ Fall, and K-State’s Late Push

Welcome to Tuesday Takes, where I give you five takes from the Big 12. It was a jam-packed week full of action, but here were several things that caught my attention from this past weekend.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / October 28

Big 12 Power Rankings: Houston Cougars Prove They're For Real

The Houston Cougars had a bit of a rocky transition to the Big 12, but they certainly look like they belong now. Willie Fritz' team had been flying under the radar despite a strong season, but that's no longer the case after upsetting the Arizona State Sun Devils on the road on Saturday.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / October 27

Houston Cougars Stock Watch After Week 9: Who's Up & Who's Down?

The Houston Cougars will be headed back home after a successful road trip out west, getting the defining victory of the Willie Fritz era so far, after defeating the reigning Big 12 champions, the Arizona State Sun Devils at home in Tempe, 24-16.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / October 27

The Houston Cougars Offense is Elite in This Category

The Houston Cougars football (7-1) are now ranked in the AP Top 25 for the first time since 2022 after a huge upset win on the road over then-No. 24 Arizona State 24-16.

College Football News / Houston Cougars on SI / October 27

Here’s Where the Houston Cougars Are In The Latest Big 12 Standings

It’s finally happened. For the first time this season, the Houston Cougars received the respect they had sought all season after the AP Poll voters recognized what they saw in Tempe, Arizona, against the Arizona State Sun Devils. On Sunday, the rankings were released, and the Cougars finally saw a number next to their logo.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / October 26

How Expectations for Houston Cougars Have Shifted Once Again

After the Houston Cougars opened the season 4-0, the expectations for what the program could accomplish in 2025 began to rise. With their most recent win over Arizona State, the Cougars have once again raised the expectations for what their program can accomplish in 2025.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / October 26

Houston Cougars Finally Crack Polls After Upset Win Over Arizona State

The Houston Cougars have been fighting for respect from the national media throughout the entire season, as they've been flying under the radar despite their impressive turnaround.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / October 26

Houston Star Continues to Step Up In Biggest Moments For Cougars

In a primetime matchup in Tempe, Arizona, on Saturday night, the Houston Cougars knocked off the No.24 Arizona State Sun Devils to move to 7-1 on the season and 4-1 in league play.

College Football News / Houston Cougars on SI / October 26

Houston Cougars Snap Lengthy Streak With Win Over Arizona State

Saturday night in Tempe, Arizona marked the signature win for the Houston Cougars in their second season with head coach Willie Fritz at the helm, a shocking 24-16 knock off of the No.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / October 26

Houston’s Win Was Bigger Than Football: Strength Coach Kurt Hester Dies at 61

Houston Cougars football director of strength and performance Kurt Hester was diagnosed with stage IV Melanoma in early February. He has served as an inspiration for not just the Houston football program, but for the college football world after his awe-inspiring journey was highlighted on ESPN’s College GameDay in early October.