Patrick Overmyer returns for No. 17 Cougars' game against Cincinnati
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 2, 2026, 7:26 PM
Last updated Nov 2, 2026
University of Houston tight end Patrick Overmyer has been cleared to play in Saturday's game against Cincinnati after recovering from an upper-body injury. Overmyer missed most of the Cougars' recent 21-13 loss to No. 10 Utah. He had been leading the team with seven touchdowns prior to his injury. Coach Willie Fritz confirmed Overmyer's full return during Monday's practice, mentioning that the Cougars also utilized the recent bye week to help other players, including quarterback Conner Weigman, recover from injuries.
- •Patrick Overmyer missed most of the loss to Utah due to injury.
- •He had seven touchdowns before the injury.
- •Coach Willie Fritz confirmed he is 'full-go' for Saturday.
- •The Cougars are looking to rebound against Cincinnati.
- 7:26 PMYahoo Sports — UH tight end Patrick Overmyer 'full-go' for No. 17 Cougars' game vs. Cincinnati
"Patrick Overmyer missed most of the Cougars' loss at Utah with an injury but the impactful tight end will be back this weekend against Cincinnati.
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