The University of Houston Football program has announced schedule updates for the 2026 season, including two Friday night games. The Cougars will play on September 18 against Texas Tech in Lubbock and on November 13 against Colorado in Boulder. This marks the second consecutive year Houston and Colorado will meet on a Friday. With these additions, Houston will continue its trend of multiple weekday games for the third year in a row. Season tickets for the 2026 season are now available starting at $150.

By the Numbers
  • Houston has a record of 10-3 in Friday night games since 2021.
  • The Cougars won all three Friday night matchups in 2025, defeating Colorado, Oregon State, and UCF.
State of Play
  • The Cougars are entering Year 3 under Head Coach Willie Fritz.
  • Key matchups this season include games against Oregon State, Southern, UCF, Oklahoma State, Cincinnati, and Baylor.
What's Next

Kickoff times and network designations for the announced games will be announced later. The team is expected to build further on its success from the previous season in pursuit of another strong performance.

Bottom Line

Houston's addition of Friday night games highlights its ambition to engage fans and enhance its competitive profile in the Big 12, while providing opportunities for increased attendance and revenue through season ticket sales and fan support.