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Weigman Shines in Debut as Houston Blanks SFA 27–0

The Cougars recorded their first season-opening shutout since 1989 with a revamped lineup led by the Texas A&M transfer at quarterback.

Houston Cougars defensive back Jamaal Shaw (26)reacts after making a tackle on third down during the first half of a NCAA college football game at TDECU Stadium in Houston, Thursday, Aug. 28, 2025.
Houston Cougars defensive lineman Khalil Laufau (18) forces a fumble against Stephen F. Austin quarterback Sam Vidlak (15) during the second half of a NCAA college football game at TDECU Stadium in Houston, Thursday, Aug. 28, 2025.
Houston Cougars defensive linemen Khalil Laufau (18) and Everitt Rogers (97) pressure Stephen F. Austin quarterback Sam Vidlak (15) during the first half of a NCAA college football game at TDECU Stadium in Houston, Thursday, Aug. 28, 2025.
Houston Cougars running back Dean Connors (44) runs the ball past Stephen F. Austin defensive tackle Ky Thomas (0) during the second half of a NCAA college football game at TDECU Stadium in Houston, Thursday, Aug. 28, 2025.

Overview

  • Conner Weigman went 15-of-24 for 159 yards with three touchdowns and added 39 rushing yards in his Houston debut.
  • Touchdowns went to Tanner Koziol (11 yards), J’Marion Burnette (39) and Amare Thomas (20) as Houston built a 17-0 halftime lead.
  • Houston’s defense limited SFA to 144 total yards and 39 rushing yards with two sacks, two interceptions and a 3-for-16 third-down mark.
  • Koziol led the Cougars with seven catches for 63 yards and a score before briefly exiting in the third quarter with an apparent knee issue.
  • Kicker Ethan Sanchez converted field goals of 40 and 43 yards as Houston improved to 21-0 against FCS opponents since 1982.