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Houston Football's Road Back to Bowl Eligibility

A lot has happened in the three years since Houston football last went bowling. Former head coach Dana Holgorsen was relieved of his duties in November 2023, following a tumultuous season in which the Cougars woefully underachieved, finishing 4-8 and missing out on a bowl appearance for the first time since 2019.

Houston sought somebody to lead them from just a conference competitor to a contender. The search led Houston to Tulane's signal caller, long-time coach Willie Fritz, that same fall.

Fritz had just led the Green Wave to 12-2 and 11-3 seasons, respectively, in 2022 and 2023 after they finished just 2-10 in 2021.

Houston Cougars linebacker Jalen Garner celebrates with fans following their win against the Arizona Wildcats.

Author's summary: Houston football seeks a comeback.

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