Jaden Yates out for UH's game at Kansas State
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 8, 2026, 3:54 AM
Last updated Oct 8, 2026

University of Houston linebacker Jaden Yates will not participate in Saturday's game at Kansas State due to a leg injury sustained against UCF. Yates leads the Cougars with 29 tackles, tied with safety Kentrell Webb. Other players ruled out include running back John Hebert, wide receiver Muizz Tounkara, and linebacker Bryson Castile. Hebert's injury is season-ending, while Tounkara aggravated a foot injury during practice. Offensive lineman RJ Lee and tight end Jacory Thurman are listed as questionable.
- •Jaden Yates ruled out for Saturday's game against Kansas State.
- •Yates has 29 tackles, tying him for the team lead.
- •John Hebert out for the season after a leg injury.
- •Muizz Tounkara's foot injury worsened in practice.
- •RJ Lee and Jacory Thurman are questionable for the game.
- 3:54 AMYahoo Sports — UH tackles leader Jaden Yates ruled out for Cougars' game at Kansas State
"Jaden Yates was among eight UH players listed on the Big 12's availability report for Saturday's game at Kansas State.
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