University of Houston Athletics
Houston Stays in Top 25 in both AP, Coaches Poll
10/4/2026 1:20:00 PM | Football
Cougars fall in AP Poll despite winning by double digits
HOUSTON – Following its 27-point scoring run to erase a 17-point deficit and beat UCF 27-17 on Saturday, the Houston Cougars Football team moved to No. 22 in the AP Poll and No. 19 in the USA Today Coaches Poll.
Â
Houston has remained ranked to begin the season in the first six polls for the first time since 2016.
Â
Houston heads to Kansas State for a Saturday matchup at 2:30 p.m. on FOX with Houston defending its ranking on the road for the third time this season.
Â
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.
Â
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.
Â
Â
Houston has remained ranked to begin the season in the first six polls for the first time since 2016.
Â
Houston heads to Kansas State for a Saturday matchup at 2:30 p.m. on FOX with Houston defending its ranking on the road for the third time this season.
Â
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.
Â
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.
Â
–– UHCougars.com ––
Saturday, October 03
Saturday, October 03
Saturday, September 26
Monday, September 21