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After a dramatic 2025 turnaround, head coach Willie Fritz leads a revitalized Houston Cougars squad toward a one‑to‑two ranking jump and a College Football Playoff berth.
University of Houston coach Willie Fritz centers his fall camp on protecting quarterback Conner Weigman, a strategy that blends safety with ambition for the Joe Moore Award.
Despite preseason rankings outside the top‑12, three programs — LSU, SMU and Houston — are being touted as dark‑horse contenders for the 2026 College Football Playoff, driven by elite coaching hires, returning starters and strategic schedules.
The Cougars' offense and defense are poised for a surge as key players target milestones and increased snaps.