OVER REACTION? Did Houston Cougars Really PROVE Themselves vs Oregon State or Is There Panic Ahead

Houston Cougars survive Oregon State scare despite offensive fireworks and missed opportunities. Is Willie Fritz's revamped roster ready for a Big 12 title challenge?Parker Ainsworth examines Houston's 13-point victory, spotlighting Amare Thomas's status as a potential top-five receiver and the offense’s 533-yard outburst—even with three new O-linemen. Defensive coverage, dropped interceptions, and ten penalties raise red flags, while standouts like Re'Shaun Sanford and Makhi Hughes showcase Big 12-caliber talent. Key topics include concerns over pass rush narratives, the significance of coverage breakdowns, and critical next steps before facing Southern and Texas Tech.Can the Cougars clean up tackling and mental miscues before conference play heats up?00:00 Overreactions: Houston vs Oregon State12:17 Houston's Offense and Standouts23:46 Fixes, Flaws & Looking ForwardBecome 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!KALSHIFor a limited time, Download the Kalshi app and use code [LOCKEDON] to get $10 when you trade $10.SupplyHouseVisit https://SupplyHouse.com/TM to learn more about becoming a Trade Master. Use promo code S H Five College for five percent off your first order.SupplyHouse. Real people. Real service.IndeedListeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast.SquareGet up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://square.com/go/COLLEGE ! #squarepodLARINECOGive Larine a try. Right now, Larine Co is offering our listeners up to 50% off at https://BUYLARINE.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE.OdooGreat organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon.5-Hour ENERGYBring on the sweetness with Cotton Candy 5-hour ENERGY®️ shots—available online now at https:/5hourENERGY.com or on Amazon.GametimeToday'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.FanDuelMake this Your Most Rewarding Season Ever with FanDuel. Get $350 in Bonus Bets — GUARANTEED — when you bet five dollars every day for seven days. Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COMFANDUEL 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.