11/6/2026 10:37:00 AM | Football
QB1 is one of four Big 12 gunslingers named to Top 10 list two thirds of the way through season
HOUSTON – Houston Football quarterback Conner Weigman advanced to the Top 10 of the Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award on Friday.
Weigman, is one of 10 quarterbacks to advance to the next round of the award consideration and is one of four Big 12 signal callers to advance.
The Cypress, Texas native is one of three quarterbacks nationally and is the only Big 12 quarterback with 20+ passing touchdowns and two or fewer interceptions. Weigman is the only quarterback in the country with 20+ passing touchdowns and 5+ rushing touchdowns.
Weigman has thrown for 250+ yards in back-to-back games (343 vs. Oklahoma State, 282 at Utah) for the second time in his career, and first as a Cougar entering Houston's Homecoming matchup with Cincinnati on Saturday.
ABOUT THE JOHNNY UNITAS GOLDEN ARM AWARD
The Golden Arm Award recognizes quarterbacks who demonstrate excellence both on and off the field. The award is presented by the Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Educational Foundation alongside presenting partner A. O. Smith Corporation. The Foundation's mission is to promote the game of football while cultivating strong character, citizenship and academic commitment among young athletes.
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Weigman, is one of 10 quarterbacks to advance to the next round of the award consideration and is one of four Big 12 signal callers to advance.
The Cypress, Texas native is one of three quarterbacks nationally and is the only Big 12 quarterback with 20+ passing touchdowns and two or fewer interceptions. Weigman is the only quarterback in the country with 20+ passing touchdowns and 5+ rushing touchdowns.
Weigman has thrown for 250+ yards in back-to-back games (343 vs. Oklahoma State, 282 at Utah) for the second time in his career, and first as a Cougar entering Houston's Homecoming matchup with Cincinnati on Saturday.
ABOUT THE JOHNNY UNITAS GOLDEN ARM AWARD
The Golden Arm Award recognizes quarterbacks who demonstrate excellence both on and off the field. The award is presented by the Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Educational Foundation alongside presenting partner A. O. Smith Corporation. The Foundation's mission is to promote the game of football while cultivating strong character, citizenship and academic commitment among young athletes.
SINGLE-GAME TICKETS
The Houston Don't miss any of the action. Purchase single-game tickets today by clicking here.
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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