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Weigman shines with career highs as Houston defeats Colorado 36

Conner Weigman achieved career highs with 222 passing yards and 83 rushing yards, contributing to Houston's 3-0 start in the Big 12 Conference.

  • On Friday night, Houston Cougars defeated Colorado Buffaloes 36-20 in Houston, marking Houston’s first 3-0 start since 2016.
  • The Cougars' success followed strong performances from QB Conner Weigman, who threw four touchdown passes and ran for three scores without an interception.
  • Houston ran for a season-high 209 yards, including Weigman’s collegiate-best 83 rushing yards, while Colorado struggled with QB Ryan Staub completing 19 of 35 passes for 204 yards and one touchdown.
  • Deion Sanders, Colorado’s head coach, expressed being lost for words about the loss despite their week of preparation, saying no one expected such a result.
  • Following the game, Houston has a bye next week and will visit Oregon State on September 26, while Colorado hosts Wyoming next Saturday as Big 12 play resumes soon.
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The Hamilton Spectator broke the news in Hamilton, Canada on Friday, September 12, 2025.
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