DOUBTED? Coaches Poll DISSES Houston Cougars, Focuses on OLD STORY, not Weigman & Fritz

Houston Cougars crack the preseason Top 25, but are pollsters still undervaluing this rising squad? Bold predictions swirl as Parker Ainsworth examines Houston’s 24th-place coaches poll ranking, the impact of five-star quarterback Keisean Henderson, and the promise of an elite freshman class. Can head coach Willie Fritz deliver back-to-back 10-win seasons and prove doubters wrong? Training camp brings heated competition for roster spots and major moves are expected from breakout athletes like Paris Melvin and transfer Tyson Turner. Plus, the Fan Fest communication misstep sparks a lively debate: How can Houston build stronger fan engagement and boost game-day attendance? A passionate Houston supporter joins Parker to propose fresh marketing strategies and reflect on the bigger vision for Cougar Nation. 00:00 Houston Cougars Preseason Polls Discussion of the Cougars’ position in the preseason coaches poll, historical context, and why the team may be underrated for 2026. 11:17 Bold Houston Camp Predictions Analysis and predictions on roster movement, breakout freshmen, and transfer standouts as Houston football camp begins. 18:22 Houston Fan Fest and Fan Engagement Conversation about the upcoming Fan Fest, concerns with event communication, and broader thoughts on improving fan engagement and marketing. Become an everydayer! Subscribe to the Everydayer or All-Access tier of Locked On Coogs for even MORE Coogs! https://lockedoncoogs.supercast.com/ Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! KALSHI For a limited time, Download the Kalshi app and use code [LOCKEDON] to get up to $500 in bonus credits when you trade $25. The Game Don't miss this chance to celebrate 40 years of The Game with 40% off your entire order. Visit https://TheGameCaps.com and use promo code LOCKEDON at checkout. Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COM to play Daily Dingers and make your free pick on who’s hitting a homer this MLB season. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.