Summary
- Houston defeated Oklahoma State 35-32.
- Conner Weigman threw for 343 yards and five touchdowns.
- The Cougars improved to 6-1 and secured bowl eligibility.
Houston wins a ranked Big 12 test
No. 20 Houston held off No. 18 Oklahoma State 35-32 at a sold-out TDECU Stadium. The Cougars improved to 6-1 overall and 3-1 in the Big 12. Oklahoma State stayed close into the closing minutes, but Houston protected its lead and finished the night in victory formation after one of its biggest home games in years. [1] [2]
Weigman produces five scores
Conner Weigman completed 24 of 33 passes for 343 yards and matched his career high with five touchdown throws. Amare Thomas caught seven passes for 126 yards and two touchdowns, including a 51-yard reception. Houston also converted three fourth downs, allowing the offense to extend possessions rather than surrendering the ball in Oklahoma State territory. [1] [2]
Defense supplies the margin
The Cougars needed a goal-line stand and two takeaways because Oklahoma State continued to score and cut into the lead. Houston finished with 505 yards, but the game was not safe until the final possession. The result confirms Houston as a factor in the Big 12 race, while Oklahoma State must recover from a narrow defeat between ranked teams. [1] [2]
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The result and statistics in this report were checked against the listed official or major-news coverage. Rankings, availability, kickoff times and roster roles can change after publication, so the next confirmed update should come from the league, competition or team. The immediate significance is based on the completed event, while any longer-term effect on standings or selection remains dependent on later results. Video clips and fan accounts can add context, but they do not replace the official score, disciplinary record or medical update. Any correction should be anchored to those primary records. [1] [2]
Reporting sources
- Houston Chronicle · Conner Weigman and Houston power past Oklahoma State ↗October 18, 2026
- ESPN · Houston 35-32 Oklahoma State final score ↗October 17, 2026
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