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2 Huge Keys to Victory For Houston Cougars vs. West Virginia

No. 22 Houston football, in an effort to stay in Big 12 title contention through Week 10, is hosting West Virginia Saturday at TDECU Stadium as the calendar flips to November and the release of the first College Football Playoff rankings inch closer.

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Where No. 22 Houston Cougars Bowl Projections Stand After Week 9 Win

In just year two of the Willie Fritz era in the Third Ward, the Houston Cougars are setting themselves up to finish as one of the best teams in the country. Last season, the Coogs posted a disappointing 4-8 record, with a 3-6 conference record.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / October 29

2 Things Willie Fritz Talked About in Houston vs. West Virginia Press Conference

After Houston’s monumental win over Arizona State, coach Willie Fritz is beginning to gain national respect for what he has done for his program in a short time span. Hours after the victory, the latest AP Poll showed voters believed the Cougars were worthy of being ranked No.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / October 29

Houston Cougars Have Been Dominating Opponents in an Interesting Statistic

The Houston Cougars, to the surprise of the rest of the Big 12, have quickly established themselves as real contenders in the conference in just the second season of the Willie Fritz era.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / October 29

Willie Fritz Was College Football’s Best Coach in Week 9

Willie Fritz has his team playing at a high-level in his second year at Houston, and the Cougars are fighting for a spot to play in the Big 12 Championship at the end of the season.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / October 28

Former Houston Cougars Coach Returns After Controversial Exit

The Houston Cougars have enjoyed a fair amount of success over the years, but nothing this century compares to the high they reached in 2015. That year, the Cougars finished an astounding 13-1, marking just the second time in school history they won 13 games in a season.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / October 28

Sam Leavitt Update Emerges After Injury Against Houston

For the second time in the last three games, Sam Leavitt and the Arizona State Sun Devils (5-3) lost. The latest defeat came at the hands of the Houston Cougars (7-1), who were able to pull off a 24-16 victory in Tempe.

College Football News / Houston Cougars on SI / October 28

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.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / October 28

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 / 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.

Arizona State Fans Throw Bottles on Field in Houston Cougars Upset Win

Arizona State Sun Devils fans weren't too happy with what they were seeing from the referees in the second half of Saturday's meeting with the Houston Cougars in Tempe.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / October 25

Houston Cougars' Conner Weigman Finally Gaining Respect

After back-to-back 4-8 seasons, the Houston Cougars are 6-1, bowl eligible for the first time in the Big 12 and should be one of the better stories in college football, but they haven't received anywhere near the amount of attention they should.

College Football News / Houston Cougars on SI / October 25

Houston Cougars Reveal Uniform Selection For Arizona State Game

The Houston Cougars continue their conference slate against a team from the state of Arizona, this time away from the friendly confides of TDECU Stadium as they travel to Tempe to take on the No.

Kelvin Sampson News / Heartland College Sports / October 24

Kelvin Sampson Reminds Everyone That Kansas is Big 12’s Bell Cow

Kelvin Sampson may be dominating the Big 12, but he’s treating it like he owns the place. He’s showing up like a guy who knows who does. During his availability at Big 12 Media Days, the Houston head coach laid it out as bluntly as anyone has in a while.

Houston Cougars News / Heartland College Sports / October 23

Willie Fritz May Not Be a Sexy Name, But He is One to Watch in Coaching Carousels

Houston head coach Willie Fritz is quietly emerging as one of the most intriguing names in the college football coaching carousel, even if he isn’t the flashy “hot young” hire that everyone expects.

College Football News / Larry Brown Sports / October 11