No. 25 UH pulls away from Georgia Southern for 42-28 victory
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 27, 2026, 12:35 AM
Last updated Sep 27, 2026
The University of Houston, ranked No. 25, defeated Georgia Southern 42-28 in Statesboro on September 26. After a competitive first half, where Georgia Southern tied the game, UH responded with four consecutive touchdowns. Conner Weigman was instrumental, throwing for 239 yards and six touchdowns. The Cougars showcased a powerful offense, with at least 440 total yards for the fourth time this season, while Georgia Southern struggled to contain them, despite a strong initial showing.
- •UH scores on six of seven possessions
- •Conner Weigman accounts for six touchdowns
- •Georgia Southern ties the game before UH's comeback
- •The game was played in Statesboro, GA
- •UH's offense totals 441 yards
- 12:35 AMYahoo Sports — No. 25 UH avoids a scare, pulls away from pesky Georgia Southern in second half for win
"UH scored touchdowns on six of its seven possessions as the No. 25 Cougars eventually put away Georgia Southern, which hosted a Power 4 team for the first time.
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