A One-Sided Effort at TDECU Stadium
The Southern Jaguars left TDECU Stadium on Saturday, September 12, 2026, dealing with a lopsided 77-6 loss to the host Houston Cougars. The game, which drew a crowd of 28,936, saw the visitors struggle to mount any significant resistance against a Houston squad that was firing on all cylinders from the opening kickoff.
The final tally left the Jaguars with a 1-2 record, while Houston improved to 2-0 on the season.
Houston’s First-Half Surge
The Cougars established a massive lead early, scoring 28 points in the first quarter alone. Conner Weigman led the charge, connecting with Patrick Overmyer for a nine-yard touchdown and later finding Amare Thomas on an eight-yard strike. On the ground, Re'Shaun Sanford II and Makhi Hughes added rushing touchdowns, with Jonathan Dimas successfully converting all four extra points.
Houston continued its offensive barrage in the second quarter, adding 21 more points. Weigman threw a 43-yard touchdown to Koby Young, while Keisean Henderson found Koby Young again for seven yards and John Hebert for 20 yards. The half ended with Houston leading 49-0, a deficit that proved insurmountable for the visiting Jaguars.
Limited Visitor Response
Southern Jaguars managed very little offensively throughout the contest. Their only points came in the third quarter when Wyatt McCauley threw a 79-yard touchdown pass to Wydell Clark Jr. The subsequent point-after attempt by Christopher McKenna was blocked, leaving the game at 70-6 in favor of Houston.
The rest of the third quarter was dominated by Houston, as Keisean Henderson rushed for 54 yards and DJ Butler and John Hebert added rushing touchdowns. In the final period, Luke Carney capped the scoring with an eight-yard run, extending the lead to the final 77-6 margin.
Statistical Standout Performances
Conner Weigman was the focal point of Houston’s attack, completing nine of 12 passes for 120 yards and three touchdowns. Koby Young was a key target, catching three passes for 54 yards and two scores. On the ground, Zane Smith chipped in 69 yards on 10 carries.
For Southern, Wyatt McCauley completed two of three passes for 85 yards and one touchdown. Armariyan Asberry rushed for six yards on three attempts, while Clark Jr. hauled in one pass for 79 yards and a touchdown. The statistical disparity reflected the on-field result, as Houston’s balanced attack overwhelmed the Jaguars' defensive efforts.
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