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Houston Football Faces Grueling 2026 Weekday Schedule
11 Apr
Summary
- Houston faces two Friday night road games in the 2026 Big 12 season.
- The Cougars will play Texas Tech on Sept. 18, aiming to end a losing streak.
- Houston also faces Colorado on Nov. 13, seeking a historic win in Boulder.
The Big 12 Conference has unveiled its 2026 schedule matrix, revealing that Houston football will compete in two high-profile Friday night road games. The Cougars are slated to face Texas Tech on September 18th in Lubbock. This matchup presents a significant challenge as Houston aims to snap a seven-game losing streak against the Red Raiders and secure their first victory in Lubbock since 1990.
Further adding to their national spotlight, Houston will travel to Folsom Field in Boulder, Colorado, to challenge the Buffaloes on November 13th. This game marks a rematch of a previous Friday contest from the 2025 season. The Cougars will be looking to secure their first-ever win at Folsom Field and take a 2-1 series lead.
These two Friday night games will provide significant national exposure for Houston. While weekday games can be divisive among fans, the Cougars have historically performed well, holding a 10-3 record in Friday games since 2021. Their slate last season included victories over Oregon State, Colorado, and UCF on Fridays.
