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Conner Weigman Breaks Houston Bowl Game Record in Close Win vs LSU

One mission. One goal. Get to 10 wins. The Houston Cougars entered Saturday evening at NRG Stadium against LSU knowing how important it was to the entire program to reach the double-digit-win mark.

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No. 21 Houston Wins Texas Bowl In 38-35 Shootout Over LSU

In one of the best seasons in program history, the No. 21 Houston Cougars put their stamp on a great season with an offensive onslaught to beat the LSU Tigers in the Texas Bowl.

College Football News / Houston Cougars on SI / December 28

Houston Cougars Close Out Season With Win vs. LSU in Texas Bowl

The Houston Cougars defeated the LSU Tigers 38-35 in the Kinder’s Texas Bowl on Saturday night inside NRG Stadium. The Cougars collected their first 10-win season since 2021, and they won their first bowl game since 2022.

Connor Weigman News / Houston Cougars on SI / December 27

Connor Weigman Made A Christmas Promise to his Houston Cougars Star Wide Receiver

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and that is certainly the case for the No. 21 Houston Cougars as they play in a bowl game for the first time since 2022. This isn’t any regular bowl; the Cougars got the opportunity to stay home this Christmas week and play in the Texas Bowl against LSU.

What the Stats Say About Houston Cougars vs. LSU Tigers Bowl Matchup

The Houston Cougars find themselves with one final test left in the 2025 season after a much better campaign in Year 2 under head coach Willie Fritz, who has the Coogs sitting at 9-3 heading into their bowl game.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / December 25

Conner Weigman, Cougars Embracing Final Opportunity at NRG Stadium

Hearing that the Houston Cougars would be able to stay close to their facilities fired up a ton of players, including the quarterback who has run the offense the entire season.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / December 25

Conner Weigman Gets Honest About Houston's Potential

The Houston Cougars (9-3, 6-3 in Big 12) ended the regular season as the No. 21-ranked team in the country. After an underwhelming 2024 season where the program finished with a 4-8 record, head coach Willie Fritz has completely changed the narrative around Houston Football.

NFL News / Houston Cougars on SI / December 25

The History Between the Houston Cougars and LSU Tigers

The Houston Cougars' impressive 2025 campaign that saw them finish 9-3 at the conclusion of the regular season has brought them to their first bowl game berth since the 2022 season.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / December 24

Two Former Houston Cougars Crowned High School Football State Champions

The end of the year means one thing and one thing only in the state of Texas. High school football is reaching it's pinnacle as state champions at every level are being decided in late December.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / December 23

Houston Cougars Announce New Wide Receivers Coach Ahead of Texas Bowl

The Houston Cougars may have missed the Big 12 Championship and the College Football Playoff, but they practically received a home contest for their bowl game, taking on the LSU Tigers in the 2025 Kinder's Texas Bowl at NRG Stadium in Houston, where the Texans call home.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / December 23

Are the Houston Cougars Looking Past the Texas Bowl?

The Houston Cougars are going bowling right in their own backyard. After an impressive year two under coach Willie Fritz, Houston is set to take on the LSU Tigers in the Texas Bowl at NRG Stadium on Saturday, Dec.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / December 22

Several Future Houston Cougars Join Practice Ahead of Texas Bowl vs. LSU

Over the weekend, Joseph Duarte of the Houston Chronicle reported that several notable Houston Cougar commits would be in attendance for practices ahead of the program's bowl game matchup against LSU.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / December 22

Houston Cougars Stay Put in Week 8 AP Poll Despite Statement Ranked Win

Despite the Houston Cougars' explosive 94-85 win over Arkansas on Saturday at Prudential Center in Newark, N.J., this wasn't enough to improve their stance in the Week 8 AP Poll Top 25 release on Monday, as they stayed put at No.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / December 22

Houston Cougars Must Watch Out For These 3 Middle Tennessee Players

Saddle up for the last non-conference game of the regular season for the Houston Cougars as they host the 7-4 Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders at Fertitta Center next Monday.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / December 22

Houston Cougars Ready to Face Down SEC LSU in Texas Bowl

The Houston Cougars became one of the most improved teams throughout the 2025 season after a four-win year in 2024. The Coogs improved drastically, ending the regular season with a 9-3 record and as one of the top teams in the Big 12 when preseason predictions had them finishing towards the bottom of the conference.

College Basketball News / Total Apex Sports / December 20

No. 8 Houston Rides Offensive Explosion To 94-85 Win Over No. 14 Arkansas

In a game that featured two gritty defenses, the 8th-ranked Houston Cougars decided to inject some offense into their gameplan to cruise to victory over No.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / December 20

Former Houston Assistant Coach Escorted Out by Police After Heated Ejection

The Houston Cougars basketball program has done an exceptional job under head coach Kelvin Sampson, and a huge reason for that is the support staff and assistant coaches. One impactful member of the 2024-25 Houston basketball team was associate head coach Quannas White.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / December 19

What The Stats Say About Houston Cougars Basketball

Conference play is quickly approaching. There are a ton of opportunities for the Houston Cougars to continue growing as a team and building chemistry. So far, the team has been shooting phenomenally, with shots scattered all around the court.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / December 18

What Happened the Last Time the Houston Cougars Faced Everyone on Their 2026 Schedule

The Houston Cougars saw quite the turnaround in the 2025 season, their second under head coach Willie Fritz, going from 4-8 in 2024 to 9-3, and fighting for a spot in both the Big 12 Championship and College Football Playoff for a majority of the year.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / December 18

Kingston Flemings Takes Advice from Houston Cougars Basketball Legend

The Houston Cougars basketball program has a storied history at the point guard position since head coach Kelvin Sampson took over back in 2014. The most recent transition was from program leader Jamal Shead in 2024 to now senior point guard Milos Uzan.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / December 17

Houston Cougars Named Finalists for Elite Five-Star Prospect

The Houston Cougars are rolling to begin the 2025-26 season, currently holding a 10-1 record, with the only loss coming to the Tennessee Volunteers, and find themselves as the No.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / December 17

Notable Defensive Statistic Puts Houston Cougars in Elite Company

It isn't surprising to see the No. 8 Houston Cougars dominating on the defensive side of the court this season. With head coach Kelvin Sampson emphasizing the basics throughout his coaching career, his teams have always been extremely talented when it comes to limiting the production of explosive offenses.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / December 17