Houston narrowly falls to Texas Tech in Big 12 opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 6:50 AM
Last updated Sep 19, 2026

The University of Houston lost to Texas Tech 28-26 at Galaxy Stadium on September 18. Conner Weigman's two-point conversion attempt was ruled short as time expired. The Cougars started strong, leading 17-14 at halftime after scoring on a 46-yard touchdown pass from Weigman. Despite a late touchdown drive that cut the deficit, they could not convert the critical two-point attempt, leaving them with a 2-1 record this season.
- •Houston led 10-0 before Texas Tech rallied for the win.
- •Weigman threw for 282 yards and three touchdowns.
- •Houston's defense allowed a crucial second-half touchdown run.
- •The Cougars aim to improve conversion efficiency in upcoming games.
- •This was Houston's Big 12 opener against the defending champions.
- 6:50 AMYahoo Sports — Houston comes up inches short against Texas Tech but sends a message in loss. Cougars are contenders
"Conner Weigman's stretch for a two-point conversion came up inches short in a 28-26 loss to Tech but Cougars showed they are Big 12 contenders.
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