Patrick Overmyer, Liam Dougherty earn Big 12 weekly honors for UH
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 12, 2026, 8:24 PM
Last updated Oct 12, 2026

University of Houston tight end Patrick Overmyer and punter Liam Dougherty received Big 12 accolades following impressive performances in Saturday's 35-16 victory against Kansas State. Overmyer matched an FBS record with four touchdown receptions in the game, while Dougherty averaged 59.3 yards on three punts, marking a new school record. This season, Overmyer leads all tight ends nationally in touchdown receptions. Coach Willie Fritz highlighted the need to reinvigorate their top wide receiver, Amare Thomas, who has struggled in recent games as defenses adjust. Freshman running back John Hebert is recuperating from ACL surgery and is expected to rejoin the team this summer.
- •Overmyer tied an FBS record with four TD catches.
- •Dougherty set a new school record for punt average.
- •Thomas has faced defensive focus, recording few touchdowns recently.
- •Hebert is recovering from ACL surgery, targeting a summer return.
- •UH raised over $1.4 million at the recent Hall of Honor Gala.
- 8:24 PMYahoo Sports — UH football notes: Patrick Overmyer, Liam Dougherty earn Big 12 accolades
"Patrick Overmyer's dominant, record-tying performance against Kansas State earned him a weekly Big 12 award, along with punter Liam Dougherty.
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