SPECIAL SEASON? Houston, Fritz Start BIG Year Today, Be the Smartest Cougar at YOUR Tailgate

Houston Cougars kick off their most anticipated season yet, aiming to make history with back-to-back 10-win campaigns and a legitimate Big 12 title run. Can Willie Fritz’s squad set the tone early against Oregon State and showcase their contender status? With the program boasting its highest-ranked recruiting class, a top-10 portal haul, and impressive continuity—returning 65% of last year’s production—expectations have never been higher.Parker Ainsworth highlights Amare Thomas’s dominance as the leading returning Big 12 wide receiver and spotlights breakout candidate Makhi Hughes in a revamped, powerhouse offense led by OC Slade Nagle. The episode examines Houston’s upgraded offensive line—the best in decades—plus the unique storyline surrounding former Oregon State captain Trent Walker now suiting up for the Cougars. Key topics include high-stakes season goals, new faces reshaping the culture, and the high-pressure challenge of not just winning, but winning the right way. Will the Cougars deliver a statement win on game day?00:00 Houston vs. Oregon State PreviewGame basics, kickoff info, key roster changes, and top 10 things to know before game day.08:52 Key Players & MatchupsReturning production, standout players, transfer impact, offensive/defensive strengths, and notable storylines including Trent Walker.16:38 Season Outlook & ExpectationsProgram history milestones, Big 12 title/playoff hopes, and setting the tone for a championship season.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!KALSHIFor a limited time, Download the Kalshi app and use code [LOCKEDON] to get $10 when you trade $10. .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 ! #squarepodULTRA POUCHESDon’t sleep on Ultra Pouches. New customers get 15% Off with code LOCKEDONCOLLEGEFOOTBALL at https://takeultra.com! #UltraPouches #ad5-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.FanDuelCollege football Saturdays are already packed with reasons to get excited, and this season, FanDuel is giving fans even more ways to get in on every matchup. 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.