Stephon Johnson gains eligibility to play for Houston against Southern

University of Houston wide receiver Stephon Johnson is cleared to play in Saturday's game against Southern. Coach Willie Fritz confirmed the status on Monday after Johnson participated in team practices over the last two weeks. The receiver received a temporary restraining order from a Dallas judge in late August, allowing him to participate in a fifth season of college football. While Johnson is ready for the upcoming matchup, the status of safety Myles Rowser remains uncertain. Rowser is currently involved in a separate court case regarding his own eligibility. Fritz noted that the program expects a potential update on the safety's status later this week.

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