GAMECHANGER: Houston Cougars Secure Chendall Weaver, Defensive INTENSITY is PERFECT for Sampson

Houston Cougars land gritty defender Chendall Weaver in a last-minute addition that could elevate their NCAA title hopes. Can Weaver—known for his relentless defense and rebounding at Texas and UT Arlington—become the X-factor for Kelvin Sampson’s squad? Parker Ainsworth spotlights how Weaver’s arrival deepens Houston’s guard rotation, drawing comparisons to past Cougar standouts like Mylik Wilson and Ramon Walker. Key topics include the legal twists behind Weaver’s eligibility, his potential role as an impact sixth man, and the elevated competition in a roster stacked with scorers like DJ Thomas, Mercy Miller, and Arafan Diane. Will Houston’s latest move bring them closer to replicating their 2025 Final Four formula? 00:00 — Chendall Weaver Joins Houston 05:45 — Defensive Versatility & Role 09:19 — Guard Rotation & Roster Fit 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.