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No. 14 Houston takes a 7-2 record and a strong two-way profile to Boulder on Friday to face 3-6 Colorado. The Cougars’ more productive run game, stronger quarterback numbers and turnover-forcing defense give them an edge as they begin their final two-game road trip.

By the Numbers
  • Houston averages 203.5 rushing yards per game; Colorado averages 140.
  • Houston has scored 16 rushing touchdowns, compared with Colorado’s 9.
  • Houston has gained 13 turnovers: 8 interceptions and 5 fumble recoveries.
  • The Cougars allow 21.3 points per game and have given up 30 or more points once in 9 games.
  • Conner Weigman has 62 total touchdowns since 2025 and is 17-5 as Houston’s quarterback.
Yes, But

Colorado’s quarterbacks have combined for 2,145 passing yards and 14 touchdowns, and the Buffaloes are playing at home. Houston, meanwhile, faces a Colorado offense with two quarterbacks sharing the workload, while the Cougars’ toughest schedule in the Big 12 has tested them throughout the season.

State of Play
  • Kickoff is Friday, Nov. 13, at 9:15 p.m. CT at Folsom Field in Boulder; the game airs on ESPN.
  • Houston has scored 30 or more points in three straight games.
  • Colorado is 2-2 at home and 1-5 in Big 12 play.
What's Next

A Houston win would give the Cougars their second straight victory over Colorado and secure a second consecutive season with at least 8 wins. The game is the opening stop on Houston’s final two-game road trip.

Bottom Line

Houston’s balance, defensive consistency and ability to create turnovers make the No. 14 Cougars the stronger team on paper—but they’ll need to carry that form into a road game under the lights.