Houston QB duo Conner Weigman and Keisean Henderson prepares for season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 3:30 PM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026
Houston Cougars begin preparations for the upcoming season with a quarterback room featuring two 5-star recruits, Conner Weigman and Keisean Henderson. Weigman, the starting QB, enters his final collegiate season after leading Houston to a 10-3 record last year. Henderson, the first-ranked prospect of the 2026 class, enrolled early and has already impressed coaches with his preparation. Head coach Willie Fritz is considering ways to involve Henderson during the season alongside Weigman, who has been supportive of the freshman's transition to college football. Their mentor-protégé relationship began even before Henderson's arrival.
- •Conner Weigman is the starting quarterback for Houston in 2026.
- •Keisean Henderson is the highest-rated recruit in Houston history.
- •Weigman led the Cougars to a 10-3 finish last season.
- •Henderson enrolled early to accelerate his development.
- •Coaches are exploring packages to utilize Henderson this season.
- 3:30 PMYahoo Sports — The mentor and protégé: How Houston is handling two 5-star QBs at once
"Keisean Henderson is Houston’s future. Conner Weigman is helping him prepare for it.
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