10/28/2026 11:10:00 AM | Football
Overmyer, tight end leader with seven touchdowns, added to Biletnikoff Watch List
HOUSTON – Following a breakout first half of the season, Houston Football tight end Patrick Overmyer was added to the Biletnikoff Award Watch List on Wednesday.
Overmyer leads all FBS tight ends with seven touchdown receptions and is fourth among tight ends with 432 receiving yards.
Among all pass catchers, Overmyer's seven receiving touchdowns are the seventh most nationally.
The Kingwood, Texas native tied the NCAA record for receiving touchdowns by a tight end in Houston's win at Kansas State earlier this season, hauling in four touchdowns in the win. Overmyer has touchdowns in four different games and multiple receptions in seven games.
With Overmyer's addition, Houston has three players on the Biletnikoff Award Watch List. Overmyer joined Amare Thomas and Trent Walker who were both named to the Watch List during the preseason.
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Overmyer leads all FBS tight ends with seven touchdown receptions and is fourth among tight ends with 432 receiving yards.
Among all pass catchers, Overmyer's seven receiving touchdowns are the seventh most nationally.
The Kingwood, Texas native tied the NCAA record for receiving touchdowns by a tight end in Houston's win at Kansas State earlier this season, hauling in four touchdowns in the win. Overmyer has touchdowns in four different games and multiple receptions in seven games.
With Overmyer's addition, Houston has three players on the Biletnikoff Award Watch List. Overmyer joined Amare Thomas and Trent Walker who were both named to the Watch List during the preseason.
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SUPPORT YOUR COOGS
Fans can make a direct impact on the success of Houston Football by providing NIL opportunities and by joining The Huddle which provides financial support directly to Houston Football for needs beyond its operating budget.
STAY CONNECTED
Fans can receive updates by following @UHCougarFB on X, formerly known as Twitter, and catch up with the latest news and notes on the team by clicking LIKE on the team's Facebook page at Houston Cougar Football. Fans can also follow the team on Instagram at uhcougarfb.
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