
11/3/2026 6:54:00 PM | Football
Cougars in first CFP rankings of 2026
HOUSTON – The Houston Football team saw their name dash across the screen of the first College Football Playoff Rankings on Tuesday night as the No. 17 team in the rankings.
With the #17 ranking, Houston is doing a 17 hour flash sale for $17 tickets beginning at 7 p.m. CT on Tuesday night. Click here to buy.
The Cougars return to TDECU Stadium on Saturday to face Cincinnati for Homecoming and Military Appreciation Day on Saturday, Nov. 7 at 2:30 p.m. on FOX. Houston is set to play on FOX for the second consecutive home game and fourth time this season.
Houston is ranked #17 in the AP Poll and #18 in the USA Today Coaches Poll.
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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.
With the #17 ranking, Houston is doing a 17 hour flash sale for $17 tickets beginning at 7 p.m. CT on Tuesday night. Click here to buy.
The Cougars return to TDECU Stadium on Saturday to face Cincinnati for Homecoming and Military Appreciation Day on Saturday, Nov. 7 at 2:30 p.m. on FOX. Houston is set to play on FOX for the second consecutive home game and fourth time this season.
Houston is ranked #17 in the AP Poll and #18 in the USA Today Coaches Poll.
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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