Conner Weigman expects continued offensive improvement for Houston Cougars

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Last updated Oct 2, 2026

Conner Weigman expects continued offensive improvement for Houston Cougars
Summary

Houston quarterback Conner Weigman discussed the Cougars' offensive performance ahead of their game against UCF on Saturday. With 18 touchdowns on 33 drives this season, Weigman believes there is room for improvement despite a strong start that has the Cougars at 3-1. He has completed 71.6% of his passes, thrown for 947 yards, and accounted for 14 total touchdowns, ranking third in FBS. Weigman credited the team's effective offensive line and backfield for their success and emphasized the goal of maintaining high performance throughout the season as they approach their matchup against UCF, in which he aims to avoid repeating last year's three-interception performance against them.

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  • •Weigman has 14 total touchdowns this season, ranking third in FBS.
  • •Cougars scored on 18 of 33 drives so far this season.
  • •Houston's offense averages 44.5 points per game, ninth in FBS.
  • •Next game is against UCF, where Weigman seeks redemption from last year's interception troubles.
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  • 10:05 PMYahoo Sports — Houston quarterback Conner Weigman sees even more for Cougars on offense. 'We can really be explosive'
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Houston has scored touchdowns on 18 of 33 drives, but QB Conner Weigman says the Cougars still have plenty to clean up before facing UCF.

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