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Image 2 of 317 Houston players celebrate with the trophy after they defeated Pittsburgh 35-34. Houston players celebrate with the trophy after they defeated Pittsburgh 35-34. Photo: Sharon Ellman / Associated Press

Image 3 of 317 Houston defensive back Marcus Dillard (19) congratulates quarterback Greg Ward Jr. (1) after they defeated Pittsburgh 35-34 in the Armed Forces Bowl. Houston defensive back Marcus Dillard (19) congratulates quarterback Greg Ward Jr. (1) after they defeated Pittsburgh 35-34 in the Armed Forces Bowl. Photo: Sharon Ellman / Associated Press

Image 4 of 317 Houston players celebrate with the trophy after they defeated Pittsburgh 35-34. Houston players celebrate with the trophy after they defeated Pittsburgh 35-34. Photo: Sharon Ellman / Associated Press

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Image 6 of 317 Houston players celebrate with the trophy after they defeated Pittsburgh 35-34. Houston players celebrate with the trophy after they defeated Pittsburgh 35-34. Photo: Sharon Ellman / Associated Press

Image 7 of 317 Chad Voytik of the Pittsburgh Panthers looks to pass during the Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl game against the Houston Cougars. Chad Voytik of the Pittsburgh Panthers looks to pass during the Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl game against the Houston Cougars. Photo: Sarah Glenn / Getty Images

Image 8 of 317 Isaac Bennett of the Pittsburgh Panthers runs for a touchdown during the Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl game against the Houston Cougars. Isaac Bennett of the Pittsburgh Panthers runs for a touchdown during the Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl game against the Houston Cougars. Photo: Sarah Glenn / Getty Images

Image 9 of 317 A fan holds a sign during the Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl game between the Houston Cougars and the Pittsburgh Panthers. A fan holds a sign during the Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl game between the Houston Cougars and the Pittsburgh Panthers. Photo: Sarah Glenn / Getty Images

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Image 11 of 317 Kenneth Farrow of the Houston Cougars runs during the Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl game against the Pittsburgh Panthers. Kenneth Farrow of the Houston Cougars runs during the Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl game against the Pittsburgh Panthers. Photo: Sarah Glenn / Getty Images

Image 12 of 317 Houston quarterback Greg Ward Jr. scrambles with the ball during the second quarter. Houston quarterback Greg Ward Jr. scrambles with the ball during the second quarter. Photo: Sharon Ellman / Associated Press

Image 13 of 317 Fans sit in the rain during the first quarter of the Armed Forces Bowl NCAA college football game between Houston and Pittsburgh Friday. Fans sit in the rain during the first quarter of the Armed Forces Bowl NCAA college football game between Houston and Pittsburgh Friday. Photo: Sharon Ellman / Associated Press

Image 14 of 317 Houston running back Kenneth Farrow (35), center, pushes past the Pittsburgh defense to score a touchdown during the second quarter of the Armed Forces Bowl. Houston running back Kenneth Farrow (35), center, pushes past the Pittsburgh defense to score a touchdown during the second quarter of the Armed Forces Bowl. Photo: Sharon Ellman / Associated Press

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Image 16 of 317 Pittsburgh running back James Connor (24) is stopped by Houston defensive backs William Jackson (3) and Adrian McDonald (16) during the second quarter of the Armed Forces Bowl. Pittsburgh running back James Connor (24) is stopped by Houston defensive backs William Jackson (3) and Adrian McDonald (16) during the second quarter of the Armed Forces Bowl. Photo: Sharon Ellman / Associated Press

Image 17 of 317 Pittsburgh running back James Connor (24) celebrates his touchdown with tight end Devon Edwards (45) during the second quarter of the Armed Forces Bowl. Pittsburgh running back James Connor (24) celebrates his touchdown with tight end Devon Edwards (45) during the second quarter of the Armed Forces Bowl. Photo: Sharon Ellman / Associated Press

Image 18 of 317 Dec. 6: Cincinnati 38, Houston 31 Record: 7-5 Houston's Greg Ward passes against Cincinnati during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday Dec. 6, 2014, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Tom Uhlman) less Dec. 6: Cincinnati 38, Houston 31 Record: 7-5 Houston's Greg Ward passes against Cincinnati during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday Dec. ... more Photo: TOM UHLMAN / Associated Press

Image 19 of 317 Houston's Greeg Ward passes against Cincinnati in the first half of their NCAA college football game against Houston in Cincinnati Saturday Dec. 6, 2014. (AP Photo/Tom Uhlman) Houston's Greeg Ward passes against Cincinnati in the first half of their NCAA college football game against Houston in Cincinnati Saturday Dec. 6, 2014. (AP Photo/Tom Uhlman) Photo: TOM UHLMAN / Associated Press

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Image 21 of 317 Cincinnati's Rod Moore breaks through Houston's line as he runs the ball in the second half of their NCAA college football game in Cincinnati Saturday Dec. 6, 2014. (AP Photo/Tom Uhlman) Cincinnati's Rod Moore breaks through Houston's line as he runs the ball in the second half of their NCAA college football game in Cincinnati Saturday Dec. 6, 2014. (AP Photo/Tom Uhlman) Photo: TOM UHLMAN / Associated Press

Image 22 of 317 Cincinnati's Munchie Legaux throws a pass against Houston in the second half of an NCAA college football game in Cincinnati, Saturday Dec. 6, 2014. (AP Photo/Tom Uhlman) Cincinnati's Munchie Legaux throws a pass against Houston in the second half of an NCAA college football game in Cincinnati, Saturday Dec. 6, 2014. (AP Photo/Tom Uhlman) Photo: TOM UHLMAN / Associated Press

Image 23 of 317 Cincinnati's quarterback Gunner Kiel gets sacked by Houston's B.J. Singleton in the first half of their NCAA college football game in Cincinnati Saturday Dec. 6, 2014. (AP Photo/Tom Uhlman) Cincinnati's quarterback Gunner Kiel gets sacked by Houston's B.J. Singleton in the first half of their NCAA college football game in Cincinnati Saturday Dec. 6, 2014. (AP Photo/Tom Uhlman) Photo: TOM UHLMAN / Associated Press

Image 24 of 317 Houston's Kenneth Farrow runs the ball against Cincinnati in the second half of their NCAA college football game in Cincinnati Saturday Dec. 6, 2014. (AP Photo/Tom Uhlman) Houston's Kenneth Farrow runs the ball against Cincinnati in the second half of their NCAA college football game in Cincinnati Saturday Dec. 6, 2014. (AP Photo/Tom Uhlman) Photo: TOM UHLMAN / Associated Press

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Image 26 of 317 Cincinnati's quarterback Munchie Legaux hands the ball off to Mike Boone as they play Houston in the second half of their NCAA college football game in Cincinnati Saturday Dec. 6, 2014. (AP Photo/Tom Uhlman) less Cincinnati's quarterback Munchie Legaux hands the ball off to Mike Boone as they play Houston in the second half of their NCAA college football game in Cincinnati Saturday Dec. 6, 2014. (AP Photo/Tom ... more Photo: TOM UHLMAN / Associated Press

Image 27 of 317 Houston's Greeg Ward hands off the ball to Kenneth Farrow against Cincinnati in the first half of their NCAA college football game in Cincinnati Saturday Dec. 6, 2014. (AP Photo/Tom Uhlman) Houston's Greeg Ward hands off the ball to Kenneth Farrow against Cincinnati in the first half of their NCAA college football game in Cincinnati Saturday Dec. 6, 2014. (AP Photo/Tom Uhlman) Photo: TOM UHLMAN / Associated Press

Image 28 of 317 Houston's Greg Ward tries to get off a pass as the Cincinnati defense closes in on him in the first half of their NCAA college football game in Cincinnati Saturday Dec. 6, 2014. (AP Photo/Tom Uhlman) Houston's Greg Ward tries to get off a pass as the Cincinnati defense closes in on him in the first half of their NCAA college football game in Cincinnati Saturday Dec. 6, 2014. (AP Photo/Tom Uhlman) Photo: TOM UHLMAN / Associated Press

Image 29 of 317 Houston's Demarcus Ayers catches a touchdown pass as Cincinnati's Leviticus Payne tries to stop him in the second half of their NCAA college football game in Cincinnati Saturday Dec. 6, 2014. (AP Photo/Tom Uhlman) less Houston's Demarcus Ayers catches a touchdown pass as Cincinnati's Leviticus Payne tries to stop him in the second half of their NCAA college football game in Cincinnati Saturday Dec. 6, 2014. (AP Photo/Tom ... more Photo: TOM UHLMAN / Associated Press

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Image 31 of 317 Cincinnati's Rod Moore breaks through Houston's line as he runs the ball in the second half of their NCAA college football game in Cincinnati Saturday Dec. 6, 2014. (AP Photo/Tom Uhlman) Cincinnati's Rod Moore breaks through Houston's line as he runs the ball in the second half of their NCAA college football game in Cincinnati Saturday Dec. 6, 2014. (AP Photo/Tom Uhlman) Photo: TOM UHLMAN / Associated Press

Image 32 of 317 Cincinnati's Chris Moore holds on to a pass as Houston's William Jackson tries to stop him in the second half of their NCAA college football game in Cincinnati Saturday Dec. 6, 2014. (AP Photo/Tom Uhlman) less Cincinnati's Chris Moore holds on to a pass as Houston's William Jackson tries to stop him in the second half of their NCAA college football game in Cincinnati Saturday Dec. 6, 2014. (AP Photo/Tom ... more Photo: TOM UHLMAN / Associated Press

Image 33 of 317 Cincinnati's Rod Moore breaks through Houston's Efrem Oliphant's tackle in the second half of their NCAA college football game in Cincinnati Saturday Dec. 6, 2014. (AP Photo/Tom Uhlman) Cincinnati's Rod Moore breaks through Houston's Efrem Oliphant's tackle in the second half of their NCAA college football game in Cincinnati Saturday Dec. 6, 2014. (AP Photo/Tom Uhlman) Photo: TOM UHLMAN / Associated Press

Image 34 of 317 Cincinnati's Tarrell Hartsfield tries to stop Houston's quarterback Greg Ward from scoring a touchdown in the second half of an NCAA college football game in Cincinnati, Saturday Dec. 6, 2014. (AP Photo/Tom Uhlman) less Cincinnati's Tarrell Hartsfield tries to stop Houston's quarterback Greg Ward from scoring a touchdown in the second half of an NCAA college football game in Cincinnati, Saturday Dec. 6, 2014. (AP Photo/Tom ... more Photo: TOM UHLMAN / Associated Press

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Image 36 of 317 Cincinnati's quarterback Gunner Kiel congratulates Alex Chisum, right, after he scored a touchdown the first half of an NCAA college football game against Houston in Cincinnati, Saturday Dec. 6, 2014. (AP Photo/Tom Uhlman) less Cincinnati's quarterback Gunner Kiel congratulates Alex Chisum, right, after he scored a touchdown the first half of an NCAA college football game against Houston in Cincinnati, Saturday Dec. 6, 2014. (AP ... more Photo: TOM UHLMAN / Associated Press

Image 37 of 317 Cincinnati's Mike Boone dives into the end zone and scores a touchdown as Houston's Steven Taylor tries to stop him in the second half of an NCAA college football game in Cincinnati, Saturday Dec. 6, 2014. (AP Photo/Tom Uhlman) less Cincinnati's Mike Boone dives into the end zone and scores a touchdown as Houston's Steven Taylor tries to stop him in the second half of an NCAA college football game in Cincinnati, Saturday Dec. 6, 2014. (AP ... more Photo: TOM UHLMAN / Associated Press

Image 38 of 317 Cincinnati's Mike Boone, left, gets congratulated by DJ Dowdy after scoring a touchdown in the first half of an NCAA college football game against Houston, Saturday Dec. 6, 2014, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Tom Uhlman) less Cincinnati's Mike Boone, left, gets congratulated by DJ Dowdy after scoring a touchdown in the first half of an NCAA college football game against Houston, Saturday Dec. 6, 2014, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Tom ... more Photo: TOM UHLMAN / Associated Press

Image 39 of 317 Cincinnati's quarterback Gunner Kiel passes against Houston during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday Dec. 6, 2014, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Tom Uhlman) Cincinnati's quarterback Gunner Kiel passes against Houston during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday Dec. 6, 2014, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Tom Uhlman) Photo: TOM UHLMAN / Associated Press

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Image 41 of 317 Cincinnati's Alex Chisum, right, catches a pass as Houston's William Jackson covers him during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday Dec. 6, 2014, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Tom Uhlman) less Cincinnati's Alex Chisum, right, catches a pass as Houston's William Jackson covers him during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday Dec. 6, 2014, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Tom ... more Photo: TOM UHLMAN / Associated Press

Image 42 of 317 Cincinnati coach Tommy Tubberville talks with players during the first half of their NCAA college football game against Houston, Saturday Dec. 6, 2014, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Tom Uhlman) Cincinnati coach Tommy Tubberville talks with players during the first half of their NCAA college football game against Houston, Saturday Dec. 6, 2014, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Tom Uhlman) Photo: TOM UHLMAN / Associated Press

Image 43 of 317 Houston's Kenneth Farrow scores a touchdown in the first half of an NCAA college football game against Cincinnati, Saturday Dec. 6, 2014, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Tom Uhlman) Houston's Kenneth Farrow scores a touchdown in the first half of an NCAA college football game against Cincinnati, Saturday Dec. 6, 2014, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Tom Uhlman) Photo: TOM UHLMAN / Associated Press

Image 44 of 317 Cincinnati's Mike Boone scores a touchdown in the first half of an NCAA college football game against Houston in Cincinnati, Saturday Dec. 6, 2014. (AP Photo/Tom Uhlman) Cincinnati's Mike Boone scores a touchdown in the first half of an NCAA college football game against Houston in Cincinnati, Saturday Dec. 6, 2014. (AP Photo/Tom Uhlman) Photo: Tom Uhlman / Associated Press

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Image 46 of 317 Cincinnati's Andre Jones keeps Houston's Deontay Greenberry from catching a touchdown pass during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday Dec. 6, 2014, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Tom Uhlman) less Cincinnati's Andre Jones keeps Houston's Deontay Greenberry from catching a touchdown pass during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday Dec. 6, 2014, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Tom ... more Photo: TOM UHLMAN / Associated Press

Image 47 of 317 Nov. 28: Houston 35, SMU 9 Record: 7-4 SMU linebacker Jonathan Yenga, left, is unable to stop Houston quarterback Greg Ward Jr. (1) from diving into the end zone for a touchdown during the second half of an NCAA college football game Friday, Nov. 28, 2014, in Dallas. (AP Photo/The Dallas Morning News, Brandon Wade) less Nov. 28: Houston 35, SMU 9 Record: 7-4 SMU linebacker Jonathan Yenga, left, is unable to stop Houston quarterback Greg Ward Jr. (1) from diving into the end ... more Photo: Brandon Wade / Associated Press

Image 48 of 317 Houston wide receiver Daniel Spencer (4) is unable to catch a pass as SMU defensive back Darrion Richardson (29) defends during the first half of an NCAA college football game Friday, Nov. 28, 2014, in Dallas. (AP Photo/The Dallas Morning News, Brandon Wade) MANDATORY CREDIT; MAGAZINES OUT; TV OUT; INTERNET USE BY AP MEMBERS ONLY; NO SALES less Houston wide receiver Daniel Spencer (4) is unable to catch a pass as SMU defensive back Darrion Richardson (29) defends during the first half of an NCAA college football game Friday, Nov. 28, 2014, in Dallas. ... more Photo: Brandon Wade / Associated Press

Image 49 of 317 SMU defensive back Horace Richardson (9) tackles Houston quarterback Greg Ward Jr. (1) during the first half of an NCAA college football game Friday, Nov. 28, 2014, in Dallas. (AP Photo/The Dallas Morning News, Brandon Wade) MANDATORY CREDIT; MAGAZINES OUT; TV OUT; INTERNET USE BY AP MEMBERS ONLY; NO SALES less SMU defensive back Horace Richardson (9) tackles Houston quarterback Greg Ward Jr. (1) during the first half of an NCAA college football game Friday, Nov. 28, 2014, in Dallas. (AP Photo/The Dallas Morning ... more Photo: Brandon Wade / Associated Press

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Image 51 of 317 Houston defensive end Eric Eiland (21) tackles SMU wide receiver Stephen Nelson (6) during the second half of an NCAA college football game Friday, Nov. 28, 2014, in Dallas. (AP Photo/The Dallas Morning News, Brandon Wade) MANDATORY CREDIT; MAGAZINES OUT; TV OUT; INTERNET USE BY AP MEMBERS ONLY; NO SALES less Houston defensive end Eric Eiland (21) tackles SMU wide receiver Stephen Nelson (6) during the second half of an NCAA college football game Friday, Nov. 28, 2014, in Dallas. (AP Photo/The Dallas Morning News, ... more Photo: Brandon Wade / Associated Press

Image 52 of 317 SMU quarterback Matt Davis (4) throws to a receiver during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Houston, Friday, Nov. 28, 2014, in Dallas. (AP Photo/The Dallas Morning News, Brandon Wade) MANDATORY CREDIT; MAGAZINES OUT; TV OUT; INTERNET USE BY AP MEMBERS ONLY; NO SALES less SMU quarterback Matt Davis (4) throws to a receiver during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Houston, Friday, Nov. 28, 2014, in Dallas. (AP Photo/The Dallas Morning News, Brandon Wade) ... more Photo: Brandon Wade / Associated Press

Image 53 of 317 SMU wide receiver Stephen Nelson (6) is unable to make a catch as Houston defensive back Howard Wilson defends during the second half of an NCAA college football game Friday, Nov. 28, 2014, in Dallas. (AP Photo/The Dallas Morning News, Brandon Wade) MANDATORY CREDIT; MAGAZINES OUT; TV OUT; INTERNET USE BY AP MEMBERS ONLY; NO SALES less SMU wide receiver Stephen Nelson (6) is unable to make a catch as Houston defensive back Howard Wilson defends during the second half of an NCAA college football game Friday, Nov. 28, 2014, in Dallas. (AP ... more Photo: Brandon Wade / Associated Press

Image 54 of 317 Houston quarterback Greg Ward Jr. (1) looks to pass during the first half of an NCAA college football game against SMU Friday, Nov. 28, 2014, in Dallas. (AP Photo/The Dallas Morning News, Brandon Wade) MANDATORY CREDIT; MAGAZINES OUT; TV OUT; INTERNET USE BY AP MEMBERS ONLY; NO SALES less Houston quarterback Greg Ward Jr. (1) looks to pass during the first half of an NCAA college football game against SMU Friday, Nov. 28, 2014, in Dallas. (AP Photo/The Dallas Morning News, Brandon Wade) ... more Photo: Brandon Wade / Associated Press

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Image 56 of 317 SMU wide receiver Jeremiah Gaines (84) scores a touchdown as Houston defensive backs Adrian McDonald (16) and Turon Walker (5) defend during the first half of an NCAA college football game Friday, Nov. 28, 2014, in Dallas. (AP Photo/The Dallas Morning News, Brandon Wade) MANDATORY CREDIT; MAGAZINES OUT; TV OUT; INTERNET USE BY AP MEMBERS ONLY; NO SALES less SMU wide receiver Jeremiah Gaines (84) scores a touchdown as Houston defensive backs Adrian McDonald (16) and Turon Walker (5) defend during the first half of an NCAA college football game Friday, Nov. 28, ... more Photo: Brandon Wade / Associated Press

Image 57 of 317 SMU defensive back Ajee Montes (10) looks on as Houston running back Kenneth Farrow (35) scores a touchdown during the second half of an NCAA college football game Friday, Nov. 28, 2014, in Dallas. (AP Photo/The Dallas Morning News, Brandon Wade) MANDATORY CREDIT; MAGAZINES OUT; TV OUT; INTERNET USE BY AP MEMBERS ONLY; NO SALES less SMU defensive back Ajee Montes (10) looks on as Houston running back Kenneth Farrow (35) scores a touchdown during the second half of an NCAA college football game Friday, Nov. 28, 2014, in Dallas. (AP ... more Photo: Brandon Wade / Associated Press

Image 58 of 317 Houston running back Kenneth Farrow (35) tackles SMU linebacker John Bordano (46) after Bordano intercepted a pass during the first half of an NCAA college football game Friday, Nov. 28, 2014, in Dallas. (AP Photo/The Dallas Morning News, Brandon Wade) MANDATORY CREDIT; MAGAZINES OUT; TV OUT; INTERNET USE BY AP MEMBERS ONLY; NO SALES less Houston running back Kenneth Farrow (35) tackles SMU linebacker John Bordano (46) after Bordano intercepted a pass during the first half of an NCAA college football game Friday, Nov. 28, 2014, in Dallas. (AP ... more Photo: Brandon Wade / Associated Press

Image 59 of 317 Nov. 22: Houston 38, Tulsa 28 Record: 6-4 Tulsa linebacker Craig Suits chases Cougars wide receiver Steven Dunbar during the first half. less Nov. 22: Houston 38, Tulsa 28 Record: 6-4 Tulsa linebacker Craig Suits chases Cougars wide receiver Steven Dunbar during the first ... more Photo: Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle

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Image 61 of 317 Houston Cougars wide receiver Markeith Ambles stumbles through the end zone after catching a touchdown pass while Tulsa Golden Hurricane cornerback Kerwin Thomas defends during the second half of an AAC football game at TDECU Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2014, in Houston. (Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle) less Houston Cougars wide receiver Markeith Ambles stumbles through the end zone after catching a touchdown pass while Tulsa Golden Hurricane cornerback Kerwin Thomas defends during the second half of an AAC ... more Photo: Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle

Image 62 of 317 Tulsa Golden Hurricane safety Demarco Nelson blocks a field goal attempt from Houston Cougars place kicker Kyle Bullard during the second half of an AAC football game at TDECU Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2014, in Houston. (Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle) less Tulsa Golden Hurricane safety Demarco Nelson blocks a field goal attempt from Houston Cougars place kicker Kyle Bullard during the second half of an AAC football game at TDECU Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2014, ... more Photo: Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle

Image 63 of 317 Houston Cougars wide receiver Steven Dunbar is tripped up at the 2-yard line by Tulsa Golden Hurricane safety Michael Mudoh during the second half of an AAC football game at TDECU Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2014, in Houston. (Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle) less Houston Cougars wide receiver Steven Dunbar is tripped up at the 2-yard line by Tulsa Golden Hurricane safety Michael Mudoh during the second half of an AAC football game at TDECU Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 22, ... more Photo: Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle

Image 64 of 317 Houston Cougars wide receiver Steven Dunbar crashes into the pylon after being tripped up at the 2-yard line by Tulsa Golden Hurricane safety Michael Mudoh during the second half of an AAC football game at TDECU Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2014, in Houston. (Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle) less Houston Cougars wide receiver Steven Dunbar crashes into the pylon after being tripped up at the 2-yard line by Tulsa Golden Hurricane safety Michael Mudoh during the second half of an AAC football game at ... more Photo: Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle

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Image 66 of 317 Houston Cougars defensive back Adrian McDonald intercepts a pass during the second half of an AAC football game against the Tulsa Golden Hurricanes at TDECU Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2014, in Houston. (Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle) less Houston Cougars defensive back Adrian McDonald intercepts a pass during the second half of an AAC football game against the Tulsa Golden Hurricanes at TDECU Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2014, in Houston. (Cody ... more Photo: Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle

Image 67 of 317 Teammates celebrate with Houston Cougars wide receiver Markeith Ambles after he scored a touchdown during the second half of an AAC football game against the Tulsa Golden Hurricanes at TDECU Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2014, in Houston. (Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle) less Teammates celebrate with Houston Cougars wide receiver Markeith Ambles after he scored a touchdown during the second half of an AAC football game against the Tulsa Golden Hurricanes at TDECU Stadium, Saturday, ... more Photo: Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle

Image 68 of 317 Houston Cougars quarterback Greg Ward, left, celebrates with running back Kenneth Farrow after he scored a touchdown during the second half of an AAC football game at TDECU Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2014, in Houston. (Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle) less Houston Cougars quarterback Greg Ward, left, celebrates with running back Kenneth Farrow after he scored a touchdown during the second half of an AAC football game at TDECU Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2014, in ... more Photo: Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle

Image 69 of 317 Houston Cougars offensive lineman Bryce Redman lifts running back Kenneth Farrow into the air after he scored a touchdown during the second half of an AAC football game against the Tulsa Golden Hurricanes at TDECU Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2014, in Houston. (Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle) less Houston Cougars offensive lineman Bryce Redman lifts running back Kenneth Farrow into the air after he scored a touchdown during the second half of an AAC football game against the Tulsa Golden Hurricanes at ... more Photo: Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle

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Image 71 of 317 Houston Cougars defensive back Howard Wilson intercepts a pass intended for Tulsa Golden Hurricane wide receiver Keevan Lucas during the second half of an AAC football game at TDECU Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2014, in Houston. (Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle) less Houston Cougars defensive back Howard Wilson intercepts a pass intended for Tulsa Golden Hurricane wide receiver Keevan Lucas during the second half of an AAC football game at TDECU Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 22, ... more Photo: Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle

Image 72 of 317 Teammates celebrate with Houston Cougars defensive back Howard Wilson after he intercepted pass intended for Tulsa Golden Hurricane wide receiver Keevan Lucas during the second half of an AAC football game at TDECU Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2014, in Houston. (Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle) less Teammates celebrate with Houston Cougars defensive back Howard Wilson after he intercepted pass intended for Tulsa Golden Hurricane wide receiver Keevan Lucas during the second half of an AAC football game at ... more Photo: Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle

Image 73 of 317 Houston Cougars defensive end Trevor Harris watches as Tulsa Golden Hurricane offensive tackle Blake Belcher greets teammate and wide receiver Zach Epps after Epps scored a touchdown during the second half of an AAC football game at TDECU Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2014, in Houston. (Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle) less Houston Cougars defensive end Trevor Harris watches as Tulsa Golden Hurricane offensive tackle Blake Belcher greets teammate and wide receiver Zach Epps after Epps scored a touchdown during the second half of ... more Photo: Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle

Image 74 of 317 Houston Cougars running back Kenneth Farrow runs in a touchdown as Tulsa Golden Hurricane cornerback Kerwin Thomas looks on during the first half of an AAC football game at TDECU Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2014, in Houston. (Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle) less Houston Cougars running back Kenneth Farrow runs in a touchdown as Tulsa Golden Hurricane cornerback Kerwin Thomas looks on during the first half of an AAC football game at TDECU Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 22, ... more Photo: Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle

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Image 76 of 317 Teammates celebrate with Houston Cougars running back Kenneth Farrow after he ran in a touchdown during the first half of an AAC football game against the Tulsa Golden Hurricanes at TDECU Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2014, in Houston. (Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle) less Teammates celebrate with Houston Cougars running back Kenneth Farrow after he ran in a touchdown during the first half of an AAC football game against the Tulsa Golden Hurricanes at TDECU Stadium, Saturday, ... more Photo: Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle

Image 77 of 317 Teammates celebrate with Houston Cougars running back Kenneth Farrow after he ran in a touchdown during the first half of an AAC football game against the Tulsa Golden Hurricanes at TDECU Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2014, in Houston. (Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle) less Teammates celebrate with Houston Cougars running back Kenneth Farrow after he ran in a touchdown during the first half of an AAC football game against the Tulsa Golden Hurricanes at TDECU Stadium, Saturday, ... more Photo: Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle

Image 78 of 317 Houston Cougars defensive back Trevon Stewart breaks up a pass intended for Tulsa Golden Hurricane wide receiver Keyarris Garrett during the first half of an AAC football game at TDECU Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2014, in Houston. (Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle) less Houston Cougars defensive back Trevon Stewart breaks up a pass intended for Tulsa Golden Hurricane wide receiver Keyarris Garrett during the first half of an AAC football game at TDECU Stadium, Saturday, Nov. ... more Photo: Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle

Image 79 of 317 Houston Cougars defensive back Trevon Stewart breaks up a pass intended for Tulsa Golden Hurricane wide receiver Keyarris Garrett during the first half of an AAC football game at TDECU Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2014, in Houston. (Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle) less Houston Cougars defensive back Trevon Stewart breaks up a pass intended for Tulsa Golden Hurricane wide receiver Keyarris Garrett during the first half of an AAC football game at TDECU Stadium, Saturday, Nov. ... more Photo: Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle

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Image 81 of 317 Houston Cougars defensive back Turon Walker comes up short on a tackle of Tulsa Golden Hurricane wide receiver Bishop Louie during the first half of an AAC football game at TDECU Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2014, in Houston. (Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle) less Houston Cougars defensive back Turon Walker comes up short on a tackle of Tulsa Golden Hurricane wide receiver Bishop Louie during the first half of an AAC football game at TDECU Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 22, ... more Photo: Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle

Image 82 of 317 Houston Cougars linebacker Steven Taylor and defensive back William Jackson wrap up Tulsa Golden Hurricane wide receiver Keevan Lucas during the first half of an AAC football game at TDECU Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2014, in Houston. (Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle) less Houston Cougars linebacker Steven Taylor and defensive back William Jackson wrap up Tulsa Golden Hurricane wide receiver Keevan Lucas during the first half of an AAC football game at TDECU Stadium, Saturday, ... more Photo: Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle

Image 83 of 317 Houston Cougars wide receiver Daniel Spencer reels in a pass over Tulsa Golden Hurricane safety Demarco Nelson during the first half of an AAC football game at TDECU Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2014, in Houston. (Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle) less Houston Cougars wide receiver Daniel Spencer reels in a pass over Tulsa Golden Hurricane safety Demarco Nelson during the first half of an AAC football game at TDECU Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2014, in ... more Photo: Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle

Image 84 of 317 Tulsa Golden Hurricane linebacker Jake Sizelove defends as Houston Cougars quarterback Greg Ward Jr. scrambles in the pocket during the first half of an AAC football game at TDECU Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2014, in Houston. (Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle) less Tulsa Golden Hurricane linebacker Jake Sizelove defends as Houston Cougars quarterback Greg Ward Jr. scrambles in the pocket during the first half of an AAC football game at TDECU Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 22, ... more Photo: Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle

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Image 86 of 317 Nov. 8: Tulane 31, Houston 24 Record: 5-4 Houston Cougars defensive backs Turon Walker, above, and Howard Wilson, below, cause a fumble after colliding with Tulane Green Wave wide receiver Teddy Veal during the first half of an AAC football game at TDECU Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 8, 2014, in Houston. The fumble resulted in a touchdown. (Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle) less Nov. 8: Tulane 31, Houston 24 Record: 5-4 Houston Cougars defensive backs Turon Walker, above, and Howard Wilson, below, cause a fumble after colliding with Tulane ... more Photo: Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle

Image 87 of 317 Houston Cougars defensive end Eric Eiland chases a loose ball on a fumble from Tulane Green Wave wide receiver Teddy Veal during the first half of an AAC football game at TDECU Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 8, 2014, in Houston. The fumble resulted in a touchdown. (Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle) less Houston Cougars defensive end Eric Eiland chases a loose ball on a fumble from Tulane Green Wave wide receiver Teddy Veal during the first half of an AAC football game at TDECU Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 8, 2014, ... more Photo: Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle

Image 88 of 317 Houston Cougars defensive back Turon Walker, left, and defensive end Eric Eiland, below, chase a loose ball on a fumble from Tulane Green Wave wide receiver Teddy Veal during the first half of an AAC football game at TDECU Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 8, 2014, in Houston. The fumble resulted in a touchdown. (Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle) less Houston Cougars defensive back Turon Walker, left, and defensive end Eric Eiland, below, chase a loose ball on a fumble from Tulane Green Wave wide receiver Teddy Veal during the first half of an AAC football ... more Photo: Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle

Image 89 of 317 Houston Cougars defensive backs Adrian McDonald and Turon Walker chase a loose ball on a fumble from Tulane Green Wave wide receiver Teddy Veal during the first half of an AAC football game at TDECU Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 8, 2014, in Houston. The fumble resulted in a touchdown. (Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle) less Houston Cougars defensive backs Adrian McDonald and Turon Walker chase a loose ball on a fumble from Tulane Green Wave wide receiver Teddy Veal during the first half of an AAC football game at TDECU Stadium, ... more Photo: Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle

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Image 91 of 317 Houston Cougars defensive backs Adrian McDonald lands on the ball resulting in a touchdown as he collides with teammate Turon Walker during a fumble from Tulane Green Wave wide receiver Teddy Veal during the first half of an AAC football game at TDECU Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 8, 2014, in Houston. The fumble resulted in a touchdown. (Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle) less Houston Cougars defensive backs Adrian McDonald lands on the ball resulting in a touchdown as he collides with teammate Turon Walker during a fumble from Tulane Green Wave wide receiver Teddy Veal during the ... more Photo: Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle

Image 92 of 317 Houston Cougars defensive backs Adrian McDonald lands on the ball resulting in a touchdown as he collides with teammate Turon Walker during a fumble from Tulane Green Wave wide receiver Teddy Veal during the first half of an AAC football game at TDECU Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 8, 2014, in Houston. The fumble resulted in a touchdown. (Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle) less Houston Cougars defensive backs Adrian McDonald lands on the ball resulting in a touchdown as he collides with teammate Turon Walker during a fumble from Tulane Green Wave wide receiver Teddy Veal during the ... more Photo: Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle

Image 93 of 317 The Houston Cougars celebrate after defensive back Adrian McDonald landed on a loose ball fumbled by Tulane Green Wave wide receiver Teddy Veal during the first half of an AAC football game at TDECU Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 8, 2014, in Houston. The fumble resulted in a touchdown. (Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle) less The Houston Cougars celebrate after defensive back Adrian McDonald landed on a loose ball fumbled by Tulane Green Wave wide receiver Teddy Veal during the first half of an AAC football game at TDECU Stadium, ... more Photo: Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle

Image 94 of 317 Tulane Green Wave wide receiver Teddy Veal loses possession of the ball after he was stripped by Houston Cougars defensive back Brandon Wilson during the first half of an AAC football game at TDECU Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 8, 2014, in Houston. (Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle) less Tulane Green Wave wide receiver Teddy Veal loses possession of the ball after he was stripped by Houston Cougars defensive back Brandon Wilson during the first half of an AAC football game at TDECU Stadium, ... more Photo: Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle

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Image 96 of 317 Tulane Green Wave linebacker Nico Marley, left, and Edward Williams, right, sack Houston Cougars quarterback Greg Ward, as defensive tackle Tanzel Smart, right, applies pressure during the first half of an AAC football game at TDECU Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 8, 2014, in Houston. (Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle) less Tulane Green Wave linebacker Nico Marley, left, and Edward Williams, right, sack Houston Cougars quarterback Greg Ward, as defensive tackle Tanzel Smart, right, applies pressure during the first half of an AAC ... more Photo: Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle

Image 97 of 317 Tulane Green Wave linebacker Nico Marley, left, and Edward Williams, right, sack Houston Cougars quarterback Greg Ward, during the first half of an AAC football game at TDECU Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 8, 2014, in Houston. (Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle) less Tulane Green Wave linebacker Nico Marley, left, and Edward Williams, right, sack Houston Cougars quarterback Greg Ward, during the first half of an AAC football game at TDECU Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 8, 2014, ... more Photo: Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle

Image 98 of 317 Tulane Green Wave wide receiver Justyn Shackleford comes up short on a pass as Houston Cougars defensive back Trevon Stewart defends during the first half of an AAC football game at TDECU Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 8, 2014, in Houston. (Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle) less Tulane Green Wave wide receiver Justyn Shackleford comes up short on a pass as Houston Cougars defensive back Trevon Stewart defends during the first half of an AAC football game at TDECU Stadium, Saturday, ... more Photo: Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle

Image 99 of 317 Tulane Green Wave wide receiver Justyn Shackleford comes up short on a pass as Houston Cougars defensive back Trevon Stewart defends during the first half of an AAC football game at TDECU Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 8, 2014, in Houston. (Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle) less Tulane Green Wave wide receiver Justyn Shackleford comes up short on a pass as Houston Cougars defensive back Trevon Stewart defends during the first half of an AAC football game at TDECU Stadium, Saturday, ... more Photo: Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle

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Image 101 of 317 Houston Cougars wide receiver Daniel Spencer catches a pass as Tulane Green Wave safety Sam Scofield defends during the first half of an AAC football game at TDECU Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 8, 2014, in Houston. (Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle) less Houston Cougars wide receiver Daniel Spencer catches a pass as Tulane Green Wave safety Sam Scofield defends during the first half of an AAC football game at TDECU Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 8, 2014, in Houston. ... more Photo: Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle

Image 102 of 317 Houston Cougars wide receiver Daniel Spencer catches a pass as Tulane Green Wave safety Sam Scofield defends during the first half of an AAC football game at TDECU Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 8, 2014, in Houston. (Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle) less Houston Cougars wide receiver Daniel Spencer catches a pass as Tulane Green Wave safety Sam Scofield defends during the first half of an AAC football game at TDECU Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 8, 2014, in Houston. ... more Photo: Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle

Image 103 of 317 Tulane Green Wave safety Sam Scofield celebrates an interception of a pass intended for Houston Cougars running back Ryan Jackson, left, during the first half of an AAC football game at TDECU Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 8, 2014, in Houston. (Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle) less Tulane Green Wave safety Sam Scofield celebrates an interception of a pass intended for Houston Cougars running back Ryan Jackson, left, during the first half of an AAC football game at TDECU Stadium, ... more Photo: Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle

Image 104 of 317 Tulane Green Wave running back Dontrell Hilliard runs the ball back for a touchdown as Houston Cougars defensive back Steven Aikens trails during the first half of an AAC football game at TDECU Stadium, Saturday, Nov. 8, 2014, in Houston. (Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle) less Tulane Green Wave running back Dontrell Hilliard runs the ball back for a touchdown as Houston Cougars defensive back Steven Aikens trails during the first half of an AAC football game at TDECU Stadium, ... more Photo: Cody Duty / Houston Chronicle

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Image 106 of 317 <b><center>Nov. 1: Houston 27, South Florida 3</b> <h3></h3> <b>Record:</b> 4-3 <h3></h3>Greg Ward and the Cougars cruise to their 3rd straight win. <b><center>Nov. 1: Houston 27, South Florida 3</b> <h3></h3> <b>Record:</b> 4-3 <h3></h3>Greg Ward and the Cougars cruise to their 3rd straight win. Photo: Scott Halleran / Getty Images

Image 107 of 317 Oct. 17: Houston 31, Temple 10 Record: 4-3 Houston running back Kenneth Farrow, left, scampers past Temple defensive lineman Haason Reddick during the first half of a college football game, Friday, October 17, 2014, at TDECU Stadium in Houston. less Oct. 17: Houston 31, Temple 10 Record: 4-3 Houston running back Kenneth Farrow, left, scampers past Temple defensive lineman Haason Reddick during the first half of ... more Photo: Eric Christian Smith / For the Chronicle

Image 108 of 317 Houston wide receiver Deontay Greenberry wide receiver (4) is tackled by Temple defensive back Sean Chandler during the first half of a college football game, Friday, October 17, 2014, at TDECU Stadium in Houston. less Houston wide receiver Deontay Greenberry wide receiver (4) is tackled by Temple defensive back Sean Chandler during the first half of a college football game, Friday, October 17, 2014, at TDECU Stadium in ... more Photo: Eric Christian Smith / For the Chronicle

Image 109 of 317 Houston defensive back Trevon Stewart, center, celebrates his 29-yard interception for a touchdown during the first half of a college football game against Temple, Friday, October 17, 2014, at TDECU Stadium in Houston. less Houston defensive back Trevon Stewart, center, celebrates his 29-yard interception for a touchdown during the first half of a college football game against Temple, Friday, October 17, 2014, at TDECU Stadium in ... more Photo: Eric Christian Smith / For the Chronicle

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Image 111 of 317 Houston quarterback Greg Ward Jr., left, loses his helmet after being tackled by Temple linebacker Avery Williams during the first half of a college football game, Friday, October 17, 2014, at TDECU Stadium in Houston. less Houston quarterback Greg Ward Jr., left, loses his helmet after being tackled by Temple linebacker Avery Williams during the first half of a college football game, Friday, October 17, 2014, at TDECU Stadium in ... more Photo: Eric Christian Smith / For the Chronicle

Image 112 of 317 Houston quarterback Greg Ward Jr., left, loses his helmet after being tackled by Temple linebacker Avery Williams during the first half of a college football game, Friday, October 17, 2014, at TDECU Stadium in Houston. less Houston quarterback Greg Ward Jr., left, loses his helmet after being tackled by Temple linebacker Avery Williams during the first half of a college football game, Friday, October 17, 2014, at TDECU Stadium in ... more Photo: Eric Christian Smith / For the Chronicle

Image 113 of 317 Houston quarterback Greg Ward Jr., center, loses his helmet after being tackled by Temple linebacker Avery Williams (2) and defensive lineman Hershey Walton (72) during the first half of a college football game, Friday, October 17, 2014, at TDECU Stadium in Houston. less Houston quarterback Greg Ward Jr., center, loses his helmet after being tackled by Temple linebacker Avery Williams (2) and defensive lineman Hershey Walton (72) during the first half of a college football ... more Photo: Eric Christian Smith / For the Chronicle

Image 114 of 317 Houston defensive back Trevon Stewart, center, celebrates his 29-yard interception for a touchdown during the first half of a college football game against Temple, Friday, October 17, 2014, at TDECU Stadium in Houston. less Houston defensive back Trevon Stewart, center, celebrates his 29-yard interception for a touchdown during the first half of a college football game against Temple, Friday, October 17, 2014, at TDECU Stadium in ... more Photo: Eric Christian Smith / For the Chronicle

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Image 116 of 317 Temple head coach Matt Rhule, left, argues with an official during the first half of a college football game against Houston, Friday, October 17, 2014, at TDECU Stadium in Houston. Temple head coach Matt Rhule, left, argues with an official during the first half of a college football game against Houston, Friday, October 17, 2014, at TDECU Stadium in Houston. Photo: Eric Christian Smith / For the Chronicle

Image 117 of 317 Houston defensive back William Jackson, left, celebrates his interception of Temple quarterback P.J. Walker with Trevon Stewart during the first half of a college football game, Friday, October 17, 2014, at TDECU Stadium in Houston. less Houston defensive back William Jackson, left, celebrates his interception of Temple quarterback P.J. Walker with Trevon Stewart during the first half of a college football game, Friday, October 17, 2014, at ... more Photo: Eric Christian Smith / For the Chronicle

Image 118 of 317 Temple quarterback P.J. Walker, right, is sacked by Houston defensive back Gavin Stansbury during the first half of a college football game, Friday, October 17, 2014, at TDECU Stadium in Houston. Temple quarterback P.J. Walker, right, is sacked by Houston defensive back Gavin Stansbury during the first half of a college football game, Friday, October 17, 2014, at TDECU Stadium in Houston. Photo: Eric Christian Smith / For the Chronicle

Image 119 of 317 Temple quarterback P.J. Walker, right, is sacked by Houston defensive back Gavin Stansbury during the first half of a college football game, Friday, October 17, 2014, at TDECU Stadium in Houston. Temple quarterback P.J. Walker, right, is sacked by Houston defensive back Gavin Stansbury during the first half of a college football game, Friday, October 17, 2014, at TDECU Stadium in Houston. Photo: Eric Christian Smith / For the Chronicle

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Image 121 of 317 Houston running back Kenneth Farrow (35) scampers past the Temple defense during the first half of a college football game, Friday, October 17, 2014, at TDECU Stadium in Houston. Houston running back Kenneth Farrow (35) scampers past the Temple defense during the first half of a college football game, Friday, October 17, 2014, at TDECU Stadium in Houston. Photo: Eric Christian Smith / For the Chronicle

Image 122 of 317 Oct. 11: Houston 28, Memphis 24 Record: 3-3 Dejected Memphis defensive back Bakari Hollier (left) reacts after giving up a touchdown pass to Houstons Markeith Ambles (right) during second half action of a college football game on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2014 in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/The Commercial Appeal, Mark Weber) less Oct. 11: Houston 28, Memphis 24 Record: 3-3 Dejected Memphis defensive back Bakari Hollier (left) reacts after giving up a touchdown pass to Houstons Markeith ... more Photo: Mark Weber / Associated Press

Image 123 of 317 After hauling in an interception Houstons Lee Hightower (right) scrambles past diving Memphis quarterback Paxton Lynch (left) on his way to a touchdown during first half action of a college football game on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2014 in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/The Commercial Appeal, Mark Weber) less After hauling in an interception Houstons Lee Hightower (right) scrambles past diving Memphis quarterback Paxton Lynch (left) on his way to a touchdown during first half action of a college football game on ... more Photo: Mark Weber / Associated Press

Image 124 of 317 After hauling in anMemphis running back Sam Craft (right) is tackled by Houstons Derrick Mathews (left) during first half action of a college football game on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2014 in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/The Commercial Appeal, Mark Weber) less After hauling in anMemphis running back Sam Craft (right) is tackled by Houstons Derrick Mathews (left) during first half action of a college football game on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2014 in Memphis, Tenn. (AP ... more Photo: Mark Weber / Associated Press

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Image 126 of 317 Memphis quarterback Paxton Lynch (right) scrambles past Houstons Brandon Wilson (left) for a touchdown during first half action of a college football game on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2014 in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/The Commercial Appeal, Mark Weber) less Memphis quarterback Paxton Lynch (right) scrambles past Houstons Brandon Wilson (left) for a touchdown during first half action of a college football game on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2014 in Memphis, Tenn. (AP ... more Photo: Mark Weber / Associated Press

Image 127 of 317 Memphis Fritz Etienne, 15, celebrates his interception with teammates against Houston during first half action of a college football game on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2014 in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/The Commercial Appeal, Mark Weber) less Memphis Fritz Etienne, 15, celebrates his interception with teammates against Houston during first half action of a college football game on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2014 in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/The Commercial ... more Photo: Mark Weber / Associated Press

Image 128 of 317 Memphis Shareef White (left) brings down Houstons Demarcus Ayers (right) during first half action of a college football game on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2014 in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/The Commercial Appeal, Mark Weber) less Memphis Shareef White (left) brings down Houstons Demarcus Ayers (right) during first half action of a college football game on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2014 in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/The Commercial Appeal, ... more Photo: Mark Weber / Associated Press

Image 129 of 317 Memphis receiver Tevin Jones (right) dives for a touchdown against Houstons Lee Hightower (left) during the first half of an NCAA college football game on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2014 in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/The Commercial Appeal, Mark Weber) less Memphis receiver Tevin Jones (right) dives for a touchdown against Houstons Lee Hightower (left) during the first half of an NCAA college football game on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2014 in Memphis, Tenn. (AP ... more Photo: Mark Weber / Associated Press

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Image 131 of 317 Memphis teammates Fritz Etienne (middle left) and Tank Jakes (right) scramble to recover a Houston fumble during first half action of an NCAA college football game on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2014 in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/The Commercial Appeal, Mark Weber) less Memphis teammates Fritz Etienne (middle left) and Tank Jakes (right) scramble to recover a Houston fumble during first half action of an NCAA college football game on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2014 in Memphis, Tenn. ... more Photo: Mark Weber / Associated Press

Image 132 of 317 Memphis teammates Fritz Etienne (middle left) and Tank Jakes (right) scramble to recover a Houston fumble during first half action of an NCAA college football game on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2014 in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/The Commercial Appeal, Mark Weber) less Memphis teammates Fritz Etienne (middle left) and Tank Jakes (right) scramble to recover a Houston fumble during first half action of an NCAA college football game on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2014 in Memphis, Tenn. ... more Photo: Mark Weber / Associated Press

Image 133 of 317 Oct. 2: UCF 17, Houston 12 Record: 2-3 Houston Cougars sit on the bench dejected after a last minute Houston drive ended in a UCF Knights touchback after a college football game at TDECU Stadium at the University of Houston, Thursday, Oct. 2, 2014, in Houston. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) less Oct. 2: UCF 17, Houston 12 Record: 2-3 Houston Cougars sit on the bench dejected after a last minute Houston drive ended in a UCF Knights touchback after a college ... more Photo: Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle

Image 134 of 317 Fans in the stands during the first half of a college football game at TDECU Stadium at the University of Houston, Thursday, Oct. 2, 2014, in Houston. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) Fans in the stands during the first half of a college football game at TDECU Stadium at the University of Houston, Thursday, Oct. 2, 2014, in Houston. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle

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Image 136 of 317 Houston Cougars defensive backs Adrian McDonald (16) and Lee Hightower (18) celebrate stopping UCF Knights offense during the first half of a college football game at TDECU Stadium at the University of Houston, Thursday, Oct. 2, 2014, in Houston. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Cougars defensive backs Adrian McDonald (16) and Lee Hightower (18) celebrate stopping UCF Knights offense during the first half of a college football game at TDECU Stadium at the University of ... more Photo: Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle

Image 137 of 317 Houston Cougars defensive backs Adrian McDonald (16) and Lee Hightower (18) celebrate stopping UCF Knights offense during the first half of a college football game at TDECU Stadium at the University of Houston, Thursday, Oct. 2, 2014, in Houston. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Cougars defensive backs Adrian McDonald (16) and Lee Hightower (18) celebrate stopping UCF Knights offense during the first half of a college football game at TDECU Stadium at the University of ... more Photo: Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle

Image 138 of 317 Houston Cougars defensive end Eric Eiland (21) tries to get the sack on UCF Knights quarterback Justin Holman (13) during the first half of a college football game at TDECU Stadium at the University of Houston, Thursday, Oct. 2, 2014, in Houston. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Cougars defensive end Eric Eiland (21) tries to get the sack on UCF Knights quarterback Justin Holman (13) during the first half of a college football game at TDECU Stadium at the University of ... more Photo: Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle

Image 139 of 317 Houston Cougars defensive end Eric Eiland (21) tries to get the sack on UCF Knights quarterback Justin Holman (13) during the first half of a college football game at TDECU Stadium at the University of Houston, Thursday, Oct. 2, 2014, in Houston. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Cougars defensive end Eric Eiland (21) tries to get the sack on UCF Knights quarterback Justin Holman (13) during the first half of a college football game at TDECU Stadium at the University of ... more Photo: Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle

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Image 141 of 317 UCF Knights wide receiver Josh Reese (19) gains yardage against Houston Cougars defensive end Tyus Bowser (81) during the first half of a college football game at TDECU Stadium at the University of Houston, Thursday, Oct. 2, 2014, in Houston. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) less UCF Knights wide receiver Josh Reese (19) gains yardage against Houston Cougars defensive end Tyus Bowser (81) during the first half of a college football game at TDECU Stadium at the University of Houston, ... more Photo: Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle

Image 142 of 317 Houston Cougars running back Kenneth Farrow (35) signals a first down during the first half of a college football game at TDECU Stadium at the University of Houston, Thursday, Oct. 2, 2014, in Houston. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Cougars running back Kenneth Farrow (35) signals a first down during the first half of a college football game at TDECU Stadium at the University of Houston, Thursday, Oct. 2, 2014, in Houston. ( Karen ... more Photo: Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle

Image 143 of 317 A Houston Cougars fan with a sign during the first half of a college football game at TDECU Stadium at the University of Houston, Thursday, Oct. 2, 2014, in Houston. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) A Houston Cougars fan with a sign during the first half of a college football game at TDECU Stadium at the University of Houston, Thursday, Oct. 2, 2014, in Houston. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle

Image 144 of 317 Houston Cougars fans scream at UCF Knights near the end zone for a touchdown during the first half of a college football game at TDECU Stadium at the University of Houston, Thursday, Oct. 2, 2014, in Houston. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Cougars fans scream at UCF Knights near the end zone for a touchdown during the first half of a college football game at TDECU Stadium at the University of Houston, Thursday, Oct. 2, 2014, in Houston. ... more Photo: Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle

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Image 146 of 317 Houston Cougars wide receiver Demarcus Ayers (10) gains 43 yards on a play during the first half of a college football game at TDECU Stadium at the University of Houston, Thursday, Oct. 2, 2014, in Houston. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Cougars wide receiver Demarcus Ayers (10) gains 43 yards on a play during the first half of a college football game at TDECU Stadium at the University of Houston, Thursday, Oct. 2, 2014, in Houston. ( ... more Photo: Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle

Image 147 of 317 Houston Cougars wide receiver Demarcus Ayers (10) gains 43 yards on a play as he is brought down by UCF Knights defensive back Jared Henry (22) during the first half of a college football game at TDECU Stadium at the University of Houston, Thursday, Oct. 2, 2014, in Houston. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Cougars wide receiver Demarcus Ayers (10) gains 43 yards on a play as he is brought down by UCF Knights defensive back Jared Henry (22) during the first half of a college football game at TDECU Stadium ... more Photo: Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle

Image 148 of 317 Houston Cougars running back Ryan Jackson (22) is brought down by UCF Knights linebacker Troy Gray (57) during the first half of a college football game at TDECU Stadium at the University of Houston, Thursday, Oct. 2, 2014, in Houston. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Cougars running back Ryan Jackson (22) is brought down by UCF Knights linebacker Troy Gray (57) during the first half of a college football game at TDECU Stadium at the University of Houston, Thursday, ... more Photo: Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle

Image 149 of 317 Houston Cougars quarterback Greg Ward Jr. (1) runs the ball against UCF Knights defensive lineman Jaryl Mamea (99) during the second half of a college football game at TDECU Stadium at the University of Houston, Thursday, Oct. 2, 2014, in Houston. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Cougars quarterback Greg Ward Jr. (1) runs the ball against UCF Knights defensive lineman Jaryl Mamea (99) during the second half of a college football game at TDECU Stadium at the University of ... more Photo: Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle

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Image 151 of 317 Houston Cougars wide receiver Demarcus Ayers (10) runs the ball during the second half of a college football game at TDECU Stadium at the University of Houston, Thursday, Oct. 2, 2014, in Houston. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Cougars wide receiver Demarcus Ayers (10) runs the ball during the second half of a college football game at TDECU Stadium at the University of Houston, Thursday, Oct. 2, 2014, in Houston. ( Karen ... more Photo: Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle

Image 152 of 317 Houston Cougars quarterback Greg Ward Jr. (1) on a quarterback keeper during the second half of a college football game at TDECU Stadium at the University of Houston, Thursday, Oct. 2, 2014, in Houston. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Cougars quarterback Greg Ward Jr. (1) on a quarterback keeper during the second half of a college football game at TDECU Stadium at the University of Houston, Thursday, Oct. 2, 2014, in Houston. ( ... more Photo: Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle

Image 153 of 317 Houston Cougars running back Ryan Jackson (22) is brought down by UCF Knights defensive backs Shaquill Griffin (10) and Clayton Geathers (26) during the second half of a college football game at TDECU Stadium at the University of Houston, Thursday, Oct. 2, 2014, in Houston. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Cougars running back Ryan Jackson (22) is brought down by UCF Knights defensive backs Shaquill Griffin (10) and Clayton Geathers (26) during the second half of a college football game at TDECU Stadium ... more Photo: Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle

Image 154 of 317 A referee gets tackled as Houston Cougars running back Ryan Jackson (22) is brought down by UCF Knights defensive backs Shaquill Griffin (10) and Clayton Geathers (26) during the second half of a college football game at TDECU Stadium at the University of Houston, Thursday, Oct. 2, 2014, in Houston. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) less A referee gets tackled as Houston Cougars running back Ryan Jackson (22) is brought down by UCF Knights defensive backs Shaquill Griffin (10) and Clayton Geathers (26) during the second half of a college ... more Photo: Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle

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Image 156 of 317 UCF Knights defensive lineman Thomas Niles (69) reacts after a sack on the Houston Cougars quarterback during the second half of a college football game at TDECU Stadium at the University of Houston, Thursday, Oct. 2, 2014, in Houston. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) less UCF Knights defensive lineman Thomas Niles (69) reacts after a sack on the Houston Cougars quarterback during the second half of a college football game at TDECU Stadium at the University of Houston, Thursday, ... more Photo: Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle

Image 157 of 317 UCF Knights defensive lineman Thomas Niles (69) celebrates with Clayton Geathers (26) after a sack on the Houston Cougars quarterback during the second half of a college football game at TDECU Stadium at the University of Houston, Thursday, Oct. 2, 2014, in Houston. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) less UCF Knights defensive lineman Thomas Niles (69) celebrates with Clayton Geathers (26) after a sack on the Houston Cougars quarterback during the second half of a college football game at TDECU Stadium at the ... more Photo: Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle

Image 158 of 317 Houston Cougars defensive back Trevon Stewart (23) and linebacker Derrick Mathews (49) bring down UCF Knights wide receiver J.J. Worton (9) during the second half of a college football game at TDECU Stadium at the University of Houston, Thursday, Oct. 2, 2014, in Houston. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Cougars defensive back Trevon Stewart (23) and linebacker Derrick Mathews (49) bring down UCF Knights wide receiver J.J. Worton (9) during the second half of a college football game at TDECU Stadium at ... more Photo: Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle

Image 159 of 317 UCF Knights running back William Stanback (28) runs the ball during the second half of a college football game at TDECU Stadium at the University of Houston, Thursday, Oct. 2, 2014, in Houston. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) less UCF Knights running back William Stanback (28) runs the ball during the second half of a college football game at TDECU Stadium at the University of Houston, Thursday, Oct. 2, 2014, in Houston. ( Karen Warren ... more Photo: Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle

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Image 161 of 317 Houston Cougars wide receiver Demarcus Ayers (10) runs the ball near the goal line during the fourth quarter of a college football game at TDECU Stadium at the University of Houston, Thursday, Oct. 2, 2014, in Houston. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Cougars wide receiver Demarcus Ayers (10) runs the ball near the goal line during the fourth quarter of a college football game at TDECU Stadium at the University of Houston, Thursday, Oct. 2, 2014, in ... more Photo: Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle

Image 162 of 317 Houston Cougars wide receiver Demarcus Ayers (10) jumps up to try to avoid getting tackled by UCF Knights defensive back Jacoby Glenn (12) during the fourth quarter of a college football game at TDECU Stadium at the University of Houston, Thursday, Oct. 2, 2014, in Houston. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Cougars wide receiver Demarcus Ayers (10) jumps up to try to avoid getting tackled by UCF Knights defensive back Jacoby Glenn (12) during the fourth quarter of a college football game at TDECU Stadium ... more Photo: Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle

Image 163 of 317 Houston Cougars quarterback Greg Ward Jr. (1) runs the ball near the end zone during the fourth quarter of a college football game at TDECU Stadium at the University of Houston, Thursday, Oct. 2, 2014, in Houston. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Cougars quarterback Greg Ward Jr. (1) runs the ball near the end zone during the fourth quarter of a college football game at TDECU Stadium at the University of Houston, Thursday, Oct. 2, 2014, in ... more Photo: Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle

Image 164 of 317 Houston Cougars quarterback Greg Ward Jr. (1) and UCF Knights defensive back Brandon Alexander (37) on the turf after Ward thought he had caught the game winning touchdown but it was ruled a touchback in the last seconds of the fourth quarter of a college football game at TDECU Stadium at the University of Houston, Thursday, Oct. 2, 2014, in Houston. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Cougars quarterback Greg Ward Jr. (1) and UCF Knights defensive back Brandon Alexander (37) on the turf after Ward thought he had caught the game winning touchdown but it was ruled a touchback in the ... more Photo: Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle

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Image 166 of 317 UCF Knights linebacker Terrance Plummer (41) reacts as the final play was being reviewed in the fourth quarter of a college football game at TDECU Stadium at the University of Houston, Thursday, Oct. 2, 2014, in Houston. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) less UCF Knights linebacker Terrance Plummer (41) reacts as the final play was being reviewed in the fourth quarter of a college football game at TDECU Stadium at the University of Houston, Thursday, Oct. 2, 2014, ... more Photo: Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle

Image 167 of 317 Houston Cougars sit on the bench dejected after a last minute Houston drive ended in a UCF Knights touchback after a college football game at TDECU Stadium at the University of Houston, Thursday, Oct. 2, 2014, in Houston. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Cougars sit on the bench dejected after a last minute Houston drive ended in a UCF Knights touchback after a college football game at TDECU Stadium at the University of Houston, Thursday, Oct. 2, 2014, ... more Photo: Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle

Image 168 of 317 UCF Knights fans cheer as their football team heads to the lockers after their win over Houston Cougars during a college football game at TDECU Stadium at the University of Houston, Thursday, Oct. 2, 2014, in Houston. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) less UCF Knights fans cheer as their football team heads to the lockers after their win over Houston Cougars during a college football game at TDECU Stadium at the University of Houston, Thursday, Oct. 2, 2014, in ... more Photo: Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle

Image 169 of 317 Sept. 20: Houston 47, UNLV 14 Record: 2-2 Houston running back Kenneth Farrow, left, scampers past UNLV defensive back Matt Vinal during the second half of an American Athletic Conference college football game, Saturday, September 20, 2014, at TDECU Stadium in Houston. (Photo: Eric Christian Smith/For the Chronicle) less Sept. 20: Houston 47, UNLV 14 Record: 2-2 Houston running back Kenneth Farrow, left, scampers past UNLV defensive back Matt Vinal during the second half of an ... more Photo: Eric Christian Smith / For the Chronicle

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Image 171 of 317 Houston defensive back Trevon Stewart, right, hits UNLV wide receiver Devante Davis during the second half of an American Athletic Conference college football game, Saturday, September 20, 2014, at TDECU Stadium in Houston. (Photo: Eric Christian Smith/For the Chronicle) less Houston defensive back Trevon Stewart, right, hits UNLV wide receiver Devante Davis during the second half of an American Athletic Conference college football game, Saturday, September 20, 2014, at TDECU ... more Photo: Eric Christian Smith / For the Chronicle

Image 172 of 317 Houston defensive back Trevon Stewart (23) celebrates his hit of UNLV wide receiver Devante Davis with teammate William Jackson during the second half of an American Athletic Conference college football game, Saturday, September 20, 2014, at TDECU Stadium in Houston. (Photo: Eric Christian Smith/For the Chronicle) less Houston defensive back Trevon Stewart (23) celebrates his hit of UNLV wide receiver Devante Davis with teammate William Jackson during the second half of an American Athletic Conference college football game, ... more Photo: Eric Christian Smith / For the Chronicle

Image 173 of 317 Houston running back Ryan Jackson, right, runs the ball downfield as UNLV defensive back Kenny Keys looks on during the second half of an American Athletic Conference college football game, Saturday, September 20, 2014, at TDECU Stadium in Houston. (Photo: Eric Christian Smith/For the Chronicle) less Houston running back Ryan Jackson, right, runs the ball downfield as UNLV defensive back Kenny Keys looks on during the second half of an American Athletic Conference college football game, Saturday, September ... more Photo: Eric Christian Smith / For the Chronicle

Image 174 of 317 Houston head coach Tony Levine, right, looks at the scoreboard during the second half of an American Athletic Conference college football game against UNLV, Saturday, September 20, 2014, at TDECU Stadium in Houston. (Photo: Eric Christian Smith/For the Chronicle) less Houston head coach Tony Levine, right, looks at the scoreboard during the second half of an American Athletic Conference college football game against UNLV, Saturday, September 20, 2014, at TDECU Stadium in ... more Photo: Eric Christian Smith / For the Chronicle

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Image 176 of 317 Houston defensive back Adrian McDonald (16) intercepts a pass intended for UNLV wide receiver Devonte Boyd during the second half of an American Athletic Conference college football game, Saturday, September 20, 2014, at TDECU Stadium in Houston. (Photo: Eric Christian Smith/For the Chronicle) less Houston defensive back Adrian McDonald (16) intercepts a pass intended for UNLV wide receiver Devonte Boyd during the second half of an American Athletic Conference college football game, Saturday, September ... more Photo: Eric Christian Smith / For the Chronicle

Image 177 of 317 Houston defensive back Adrian McDonald (16) celebrates his interception of UNLV quarterback Blake Decker with teammate Trevon Stewart during the second half of an American Athletic Conference college football game, Saturday, September 20, 2014, at TDECU Stadium in Houston. (Photo: Eric Christian Smith/For the Chronicle) less Houston defensive back Adrian McDonald (16) celebrates his interception of UNLV quarterback Blake Decker with teammate Trevon Stewart during the second half of an American Athletic Conference college football ... more Photo: Eric Christian Smith / For the Chronicle

Image 178 of 317 Houston defensive back Adrian McDonald, left, celebrates his interception of UNLV quarterback Blake Decker with teammate William Jackson during the second half of an American Athletic Conference college football game, Saturday, September 20, 2014, at TDECU Stadium in Houston. (Photo: Eric Christian Smith/For the Chronicle) less Houston defensive back Adrian McDonald, left, celebrates his interception of UNLV quarterback Blake Decker with teammate William Jackson during the second half of an American Athletic Conference college ... more Photo: Eric Christian Smith / For the Chronicle

Image 179 of 317 Houston running back Ryan Jackson (22) is tackled by UNLV defensive back Matt Vinal during the second half of an American Athletic Conference college football game, Saturday, September 20, 2014, at TDECU Stadium in Houston. (Photo: Eric Christian Smith/For the Chronicle) less Houston running back Ryan Jackson (22) is tackled by UNLV defensive back Matt Vinal during the second half of an American Athletic Conference college football game, Saturday, September 20, 2014, at TDECU ... more Photo: Eric Christian Smith / For the Chronicle

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Image 181 of 317 UNLV running back Keith Whitley, right, is tackled for a loss by Houston linebacker Steven Taylor during the first half of an American Athletic Conference college football game, Saturday, September 20, 2014, at TDECU Stadium in Houston. (Photo: Eric Christian Smith/For the Chronicle) less UNLV running back Keith Whitley, right, is tackled for a loss by Houston linebacker Steven Taylor during the first half of an American Athletic Conference college football game, Saturday, September 20, 2014, ... more Photo: Eric Christian Smith / For the Chronicle

Image 182 of 317 UNLV wide receiver Kevin Thomspn, left, is tackled by Houston defensive back Trevon Stewart during the first half of an American Athletic Conference college football game, Saturday, September 20, 2014, at TDECU Stadium in Houston. (Photo: Eric Christian Smith/For the Chronicle) less UNLV wide receiver Kevin Thomspn, left, is tackled by Houston defensive back Trevon Stewart during the first half of an American Athletic Conference college football game, Saturday, September 20, 2014, at ... more Photo: Eric Christian Smith / For the Chronicle

Image 183 of 317 Houston wide receiver Deontay Greenberry, left, is tackled by UNLV defensive back Peni Vea during the first half of an American Athletic Conference college football game, Saturday, September 20, 2014, at TDECU Stadium in Houston. Vea was carted off the field after sustaining an injury following the play. (Photo: Eric Christian Smith/For the Chronicle) less Houston wide receiver Deontay Greenberry, left, is tackled by UNLV defensive back Peni Vea during the first half of an American Athletic Conference college football game, Saturday, September 20, 2014, at TDECU ... more Photo: Eric Christian Smith / For the Chronicle

Image 184 of 317 Houston wide receiver Daniel Spencer (4) breaks the tackle of UNLV defensive back Peni Vea en route to a 35-yard touchdown during the first half of an American Athletic Conference college football game, Saturday, September 20, 2014, at TDECU Stadium in Houston. (Photo: Eric Christian Smith/For the Chronicle) less Houston wide receiver Daniel Spencer (4) breaks the tackle of UNLV defensive back Peni Vea en route to a 35-yard touchdown during the first half of an American Athletic Conference college football game, ... more Photo: Eric Christian Smith / For the Chronicle

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Image 186 of 317 UNLV linebacker Marc Philippi (36) celebrates his interception of Houston quarterback John O'Korn during the first half of an American Athletic Conference college football game, Saturday, September 20, 2014, at TDECU Stadium in Houston. (Photo: Eric Christian Smith/For the Chronicle) less UNLV linebacker Marc Philippi (36) celebrates his interception of Houston quarterback John O'Korn during the first half of an American Athletic Conference college football game, Saturday, September 20, 2014, ... more Photo: Eric Christian Smith / For the Chronicle

Image 187 of 317 UH quarterback John O'Korn, right, scrambles during the first half of an American Athletic Conference college football game against UNLV, Saturday, September 20, 2014, at TDECU Stadium in Houston. (Photo: Eric Christian Smith/For the Chronicle) less UH quarterback John O'Korn, right, scrambles during the first half of an American Athletic Conference college football game against UNLV, Saturday, September 20, 2014, at TDECU Stadium in Houston. (Photo: Eric ... more Photo: Eric Christian Smith / For the Chronicle

Image 188 of 317 UNLV head coach Bobby Hauck, left, offers encouragement to defensive back Peni Vea as Vea is carted off the field after sustaining an injury tackling Housotn wide receiver Deontay Greenberry during the first half of an American Athletic Conference college football game, Saturday, September 20, 2014, at TDECU Stadium in Houston. (Photo: Eric Christian Smith/For the Chronicle) less UNLV head coach Bobby Hauck, left, offers encouragement to defensive back Peni Vea as Vea is carted off the field after sustaining an injury tackling Housotn wide receiver Deontay Greenberry during the first ... more Photo: Eric Christian Smith / For the Chronicle

Image 189 of 317 UNLV running back George Naufahu (39) prays while teammate Peni Vea is attended to after Vea sustained an injury tackling Housotn wide receiver Deontay Greenberry during the first half of an American Athletic Conference college football game, Saturday, September 20, 2014, at TDECU Stadium in Houston. (Photo: Eric Christian Smith/For the Chronicle) less UNLV running back George Naufahu (39) prays while teammate Peni Vea is attended to after Vea sustained an injury tackling Housotn wide receiver Deontay Greenberry during the first half of an American Athletic ... more Photo: Eric Christian Smith / For the Chronicle

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Image 191 of 317 Houston wide receiver Daniel Spencer (4) breaks the tackle of UNLV defensive back Peni Vea en route to a 35-yard touchdown during the first half of an American Athletic Conference college football game, Saturday, September 20, 2014, at TDECU Stadium in Houston. (Photo: Eric Christian Smith/For the Chronicle) less Houston wide receiver Daniel Spencer (4) breaks the tackle of UNLV defensive back Peni Vea en route to a 35-yard touchdown during the first half of an American Athletic Conference college football game, ... more Photo: Eric Christian Smith / For the Chronicle

Image 192 of 317 Houston wide receiver Daniel Spencer (4) celebrates his 35-yard touchdown run with Bryce Redman during the first half of an American Athletic Conference college football game against UNLV, Saturday, September 20, 2014, at TDECU Stadium in Houston. (Photo: Eric Christian Smith/For the Chronicle) less Houston wide receiver Daniel Spencer (4) celebrates his 35-yard touchdown run with Bryce Redman during the first half of an American Athletic Conference college football game against UNLV, Saturday, September ... more Photo: Eric Christian Smith / For the Chronicle

Image 193 of 317 Houston wide receiver Daniel Spencer (4) celebrates his 35-yard touchdown run with Bryce Redman during the first half of an American Athletic Conference college football game against UNLV, Saturday, September 20, 2014, at TDECU Stadium in Houston. (Photo: Eric Christian Smith/For the Chronicle) less Houston wide receiver Daniel Spencer (4) celebrates his 35-yard touchdown run with Bryce Redman during the first half of an American Athletic Conference college football game against UNLV, Saturday, September ... more Photo: Eric Christian Smith / For the Chronicle

Image 194 of 317 Sept. 11: No. 25 BYU 33, Houston 25 Record: 1-2 Quarterback John O'Korn #5 of the University of Houston Cougars watches as Jherremya Leuta-Douyere #43, Craig Bills #20 and Graham Rowley #92 of the Brigham Young University Cougars celebrate a safety on September 11, 2014 at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo, Utah. (Photo by Jay Drowns/Getty Images) less Sept. 11: No. 25 BYU 33, Houston 25 Record: 1-2 Quarterback John O'Korn #5 of the University of Houston Cougars watches as Jherremya Leuta-Douyere #43, Craig Bills ... more Photo: Jay Drowns / Getty Images

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Image 196 of 317 Running back Ryan Jackson #22 of the University of Houston Cougars is handed the ball by quarterback from John O'Korn #5 in the endzone in the first quarter against the Brigham Young University Cougars on September 11, 2014 at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo, Utah. Jackson was tackled in the end zone for a safety. (Photo by Jay Drowns/Getty Images) less Running back Ryan Jackson #22 of the University of Houston Cougars is handed the ball by quarterback from John O'Korn #5 in the endzone in the first quarter against the Brigham Young University Cougars on ... more Photo: Jay Drowns / Getty Images

Image 197 of 317 Running back Jamaal Williams #21 of the Brigham Young University Cougars runs 11 yards for a touchdown against the University of Houston Cougars on September 11, 2014 at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo, Utah. (Photo by Jay Drowns/Getty Images) less Running back Jamaal Williams #21 of the Brigham Young University Cougars runs 11 yards for a touchdown against the University of Houston Cougars on September 11, 2014 at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo, Utah. ... more Photo: Jay Drowns / Getty Images

Image 198 of 317 Running back Jamaal Williams #21 of the Brigham Young University Cougars runs 11 yards for a touchdown against the University of Houston Cougars on September 11, 2014 at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo, Utah. (Photo by Jay Drowns/Getty Images) less Running back Jamaal Williams #21 of the Brigham Young University Cougars runs 11 yards for a touchdown against the University of Houston Cougars on September 11, 2014 at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo, Utah. ... more Photo: Jay Drowns / Getty Images

Image 199 of 317 Wide receiver Daniel Spencer #4 of the University of Houston Cougars pulls in a pass on the goal line as Robertson Daniel #4 of the Brigham Young University Cougars defends on September 11, 2014 at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo, Utah. (Photo by Jay Drowns/Getty Images) less Wide receiver Daniel Spencer #4 of the University of Houston Cougars pulls in a pass on the goal line as Robertson Daniel #4 of the Brigham Young University Cougars defends on September 11, 2014 at LaVell ... more Photo: Jay Drowns / Getty Images

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Image 201 of 317 Wide receiver Daniel Spencer #4 of the University of Houston Cougars celebrates his touchdown catch with teammate Greg Ward Jr. #1 during the second quarter against the Brigham Young University Cougars on September 11, 2014 at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo, Utah. (Photo by Jay Drowns/Getty Images) less Wide receiver Daniel Spencer #4 of the University of Houston Cougars celebrates his touchdown catch with teammate Greg Ward Jr. #1 during the second quarter against the Brigham Young University Cougars on ... more Photo: Jay Drowns / Getty Images

Image 202 of 317 Quarterback John O'Korn #5 is tackled by Alani Fua #5 of the University of Houston Cougars against the Brigham Young University Cougars on September 11, 2014 at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo, Utah. (Photo by Jay Drowns/Getty Images) less Quarterback John O'Korn #5 is tackled by Alani Fua #5 of the University of Houston Cougars against the Brigham Young University Cougars on September 11, 2014 at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo, Utah. (Photo ... more Photo: Jay Drowns / Getty Images

Image 203 of 317 Houston quarterback John O'Korn (5) passes the ball against BYU in the first quarter of an NCAA college football game Thursday, Sept. 11, 2014, in Provo, Utah.(AP Photo/Rick Bowmer) Houston quarterback John O'Korn (5) passes the ball against BYU in the first quarter of an NCAA college football game Thursday, Sept. 11, 2014, in Provo, Utah.(AP Photo/Rick Bowmer) Photo: Rick Bowmer / Associated Press

Image 204 of 317 BYU quarterback Taysom Hill (4) passes the ball against Houston in the first quarter of an NCAA college football game Thursday, Sept. 11, 2014, in Provo, Utah.(AP Photo/Rick Bowmer) BYU quarterback Taysom Hill (4) passes the ball against Houston in the first quarter of an NCAA college football game Thursday, Sept. 11, 2014, in Provo, Utah.(AP Photo/Rick Bowmer) Photo: Rick Bowmer / Associated Press

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Image 206 of 317 BYU fans show their support for their team in the first quarter of an NCAA college football game against Houston Thursday, Sept. 11, 2014, in Provo, Utah.(AP Photo/Rick Bowmer) BYU fans show their support for their team in the first quarter of an NCAA college football game against Houston Thursday, Sept. 11, 2014, in Provo, Utah.(AP Photo/Rick Bowmer) Photo: Rick Bowmer / Associated Press

Image 207 of 317 BYU linebacker Alani Fua (5) tackles Houston quarterback John O'Korn (5) in the second quarter of an NCAA college football game Thursday, Sept. 11, 2014, in Provo, Utah.(AP Photo/Rick Bowmer) BYU linebacker Alani Fua (5) tackles Houston quarterback John O'Korn (5) in the second quarter of an NCAA college football game Thursday, Sept. 11, 2014, in Provo, Utah.(AP Photo/Rick Bowmer) Photo: Rick Bowmer / Associated Press

Image 208 of 317 BYU linebacker Zac Stout, left, tackles Houston running back Ryan Jackson, right, for a safety in the first quarter of an NCAA college football game Thursday, Sept. 11, 2014, in Provo, Utah.(AP Photo/Rick Bowmer) less BYU linebacker Zac Stout, left, tackles Houston running back Ryan Jackson, right, for a safety in the first quarter of an NCAA college football game Thursday, Sept. 11, 2014, in Provo, Utah.(AP Photo/Rick ... more Photo: rick bowmer / Associated Press

Image 209 of 317 Houston head coach Tony Levine looks on in the second quarter during an NCAA college football game against BYU, Thursday, Sept. 11, 2014, in Provo, Utah.(AP Photo/Rick Bowmer) Houston head coach Tony Levine looks on in the second quarter during an NCAA college football game against BYU, Thursday, Sept. 11, 2014, in Provo, Utah.(AP Photo/Rick Bowmer) Photo: Rick Bowmer / Associated Press

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Image 211 of 317 Houston wide receiver Daniel Spencer (4) celebrates Houston wide receiver Markeith Ambles (21) after scoring against BYU in the second quarter of an NCAA college football game Thursday, Sept. 11, 2014, in Provo, Utah.(AP Photo/Rick Bowmer) less Houston wide receiver Daniel Spencer (4) celebrates Houston wide receiver Markeith Ambles (21) after scoring against BYU in the second quarter of an NCAA college football game Thursday, Sept. 11, 2014, in ... more Photo: Rick Bowmer / Associated Press

Image 212 of 317 Brigham Young quarterback Taysom Hill (4) out runs the tackle from Houston defensive back Trevon Stewart (23) in the first quarter of an NCAA college football game Thursday, Sept. 11, 2014, in Provo, Utah.(AP Photo/Rick Bowmer) less Brigham Young quarterback Taysom Hill (4) out runs the tackle from Houston defensive back Trevon Stewart (23) in the first quarter of an NCAA college football game Thursday, Sept. 11, 2014, in Provo, Utah.(AP ... more Photo: Rick Bowmer / Associated Press

Image 213 of 317 Houston wide receiver Daniel Spencer (4) is lifted to the air by teammates after scoring in the second quarter of an NCAA college football game against BYU, Thursday, Sept. 11, 2014, in Provo, Utah.(AP Photo/Rick Bowmer) less Houston wide receiver Daniel Spencer (4) is lifted to the air by teammates after scoring in the second quarter of an NCAA college football game against BYU, Thursday, Sept. 11, 2014, in Provo, Utah.(AP ... more Photo: Rick Bowmer / Associated Press

Image 214 of 317 BYU linebacker Alani Fua, rear, and BYU linebacker Jherremya Leuta-Douyere, below, tackles Houston quarterback John O'Korn, center, in the second quarter of an NCAA college football game Thursday, Sept. 11, 2014, in Provo, Utah.(AP Photo/Rick Bowmer) less BYU linebacker Alani Fua, rear, and BYU linebacker Jherremya Leuta-Douyere, below, tackles Houston quarterback John O'Korn, center, in the second quarter of an NCAA college football game Thursday, Sept. 11, ... more Photo: Rick Bowmer / Associated Press

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Image 216 of 317 Houston wide receiver Deontay Greenberry (3) celebrates with Houston wide receiver Markeith Ambles after scoring against BYU in the second quarter during an NCAA college football game Thursday, Sept. 11, 2014, in Provo, Utah.(AP Photo/Rick Bowmer) less Houston wide receiver Deontay Greenberry (3) celebrates with Houston wide receiver Markeith Ambles after scoring against BYU in the second quarter during an NCAA college football game Thursday, Sept. 11, 2014, ... more Photo: Rick Bowmer / Associated Press

Image 217 of 317 NYU quarterback Taysom Hill (4) celebrates after scoring against Houston in the first quarter of an NCAA college football game Thursday, Sept. 11, 2014, in Provo, Utah.(AP Photo/Rick Bowmer) NYU quarterback Taysom Hill (4) celebrates after scoring against Houston in the first quarter of an NCAA college football game Thursday, Sept. 11, 2014, in Provo, Utah.(AP Photo/Rick Bowmer) Photo: Rick Bowmer / Associated Press

Image 218 of 317 Sept. 6: Houston 47, Grambling State 0 Record: 1-1 Houston Cougars wide receiver Greg Ward Jr. (1) high steps in the end zone past the Grambling State Tigers defense in the first half on September 6, 2014 at John O'Quinn Field at TDECU Stadium in Houston, TX. (Photo: Thomas B. Shea/For the Chronicle) less Sept. 6: Houston 47, Grambling State 0 Record: 1-1 Houston Cougars wide receiver Greg Ward Jr. (1) high steps in the end zone past the Grambling State Tigers defense ... more Photo: Thomas B. Shea / For The Chronicle

Image 219 of 317 Houston Cougars wide receiver Deontay Greenberry (3) runs past Grambling State Tigers defensive back Nicholas Peoples (19) in the first half on September 6, 2014 at John O'Quinn Field at TDECU Stadium in Houston, TX. (Photo: Thomas B. Shea/For the Chronicle) less Houston Cougars wide receiver Deontay Greenberry (3) runs past Grambling State Tigers defensive back Nicholas Peoples (19) in the first half on September 6, 2014 at John O'Quinn Field at TDECU Stadium in ... more Photo: Thomas B. Shea / For The Chronicle

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Image 221 of 317 General play between Houston Cougars against the Grambling State Tigers in the first half on September 6, 2014 at John O'Quinn Field at TDECU Stadium in Houston, TX. (Photo: Thomas B. Shea/For the Chronicle) less General play between Houston Cougars against the Grambling State Tigers in the first half on September 6, 2014 at John O'Quinn Field at TDECU Stadium in Houston, TX. (Photo: Thomas B. Shea/For the ... more Photo: Thomas B. Shea / For The Chronicle

Image 222 of 317 The Houston Cougars Dolls dance in the second half on September 6, 2014 at John O'Quinn Field at TDECU Stadium in Houston, TX. (Photo: Thomas B. Shea/For the Chronicle) The Houston Cougars Dolls dance in the second half on September 6, 2014 at John O'Quinn Field at TDECU Stadium in Houston, TX. (Photo: Thomas B. Shea/For the Chronicle) Photo: Thomas B. Shea / For The Chronicle

Image 223 of 317 The Houston Cougars team huddle before plying against the Grambling State Tigers on September 6, 2014 at John O'Quinn Field at TDECU Stadium in Houston, TX. (Photo: Thomas B. Shea/For the Chronicle) The Houston Cougars team huddle before plying against the Grambling State Tigers on September 6, 2014 at John O'Quinn Field at TDECU Stadium in Houston, TX. (Photo: Thomas B. Shea/For the Chronicle) Photo: Thomas B. Shea / For The Chronicle

Image 224 of 317 Houston Cougars running back Kenneth Farrow (35) shakes off the tackle of Grambling State Tigers defensive back Tyree Hollins (27) in the first half on September 6, 2014 at John O'Quinn Field at TDECU Stadium in Houston, TX. (Photo: Thomas B. Shea/For the Chronicle) less Houston Cougars running back Kenneth Farrow (35) shakes off the tackle of Grambling State Tigers defensive back Tyree Hollins (27) in the first half on September 6, 2014 at John O'Quinn Field at TDECU Stadium ... more Photo: Thomas B. Shea / For The Chronicle

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Image 226 of 317 Houston Cougars defensive tackle Jeremiah Farley (96) and teammates celebrates sacking Grambling State Tigers quarterback D.J. Williams (4) in the second half on September 6, 2014 at John O'Quinn Field at TDECU Stadium in Houston, TX. (Photo: Thomas B. Shea/For the Chronicle) less Houston Cougars defensive tackle Jeremiah Farley (96) and teammates celebrates sacking Grambling State Tigers quarterback D.J. Williams (4) in the second half on September 6, 2014 at John O'Quinn Field at ... more Photo: Thomas B. Shea / For The Chronicle

Image 227 of 317 Houston Cougars head coach Tony Levine during a Grambling State Tigers timeout in the first half on September 6, 2014 at John O'Quinn Field at TDECU Stadium in Houston, TX. (Photo: Thomas B. Shea/For the Chronicle) less Houston Cougars head coach Tony Levine during a Grambling State Tigers timeout in the first half on September 6, 2014 at John O'Quinn Field at TDECU Stadium in Houston, TX. (Photo: Thomas B. Shea/For the ... more Photo: Thomas B. Shea / For The Chronicle

Image 228 of 317 Houston Cougars fullback Tyler McCloskey (45) picks up Houston Cougars running back Ryan Jackson (22) after he scored a touchdown against the Grambling State Tigers in the first half on September 6, 2014 at John O'Quinn Field at TDECU Stadium in Houston, TX. (Photo: Thomas B. Shea/For the Chronicle) less Houston Cougars fullback Tyler McCloskey (45) picks up Houston Cougars running back Ryan Jackson (22) after he scored a touchdown against the Grambling State Tigers in the first half on September 6, 2014 at ... more Photo: Thomas B. Shea / For The Chronicle

Image 229 of 317 Houston Cougars wide receiver Deontay Greenberry (3) is tackled by Grambling State Tigers defensive back Giovanni Randolph (30) in the first half on September 6, 2014 at John O'Quinn Field at TDECU Stadium in Houston, TX. (Photo: Thomas B. Shea/For the Chronicle) less Houston Cougars wide receiver Deontay Greenberry (3) is tackled by Grambling State Tigers defensive back Giovanni Randolph (30) in the first half on September 6, 2014 at John O'Quinn Field at TDECU Stadium in ... more Photo: Thomas B. Shea / For The Chronicle

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Image 231 of 317 Houston Cougars wide receiver Greg Ward Jr. (1) runs past Grambling State Tigers linebacker Troy Roach (56) on a punt return in the first half on September 6, 2014 at John O'Quinn Field at TDECU Stadium in Houston, TX. (Photo: Thomas B. Shea/For the Chronicle) less Houston Cougars wide receiver Greg Ward Jr. (1) runs past Grambling State Tigers linebacker Troy Roach (56) on a punt return in the first half on September 6, 2014 at John O'Quinn Field at TDECU Stadium in ... more Photo: Thomas B. Shea / For The Chronicle

Image 232 of 317 Houston Cougars running back Kenneth Farrow (35) kicks a filed goal against the Grambling State Tigers in the second half on September 6, 2014 at John O'Quinn Field at TDECU Stadium in Houston, TX. (Photo: Thomas B. Shea/For the Chronicle) less Houston Cougars running back Kenneth Farrow (35) kicks a filed goal against the Grambling State Tigers in the second half on September 6, 2014 at John O'Quinn Field at TDECU Stadium in Houston, TX. (Photo: ... more Photo: Thomas B. Shea / For The Chronicle

Image 233 of 317 Grambling State Tigers defensive back Tyree Hollins (27) breaks up a pass intended for Houston Cougars wide receiver Latrell Martin (6) in the second half on September 6, 2014 at John O'Quinn Field at TDECU Stadium in Houston, TX. (Photo: Thomas B. Shea/For the Chronicle) less Grambling State Tigers defensive back Tyree Hollins (27) breaks up a pass intended for Houston Cougars wide receiver Latrell Martin (6) in the second half on September 6, 2014 at John O'Quinn Field at TDECU ... more Photo: Thomas B. Shea / For The Chronicle

Image 234 of 317 Houston Cougars quarterback John O'Korn (5) talks to a teammate about pain in his neck in the second half on September 6, 2014 at John O'Quinn Field at TDECU Stadium in Houston, TX. (Photo: Thomas B. Shea/For the Chronicle) less Houston Cougars quarterback John O'Korn (5) talks to a teammate about pain in his neck in the second half on September 6, 2014 at John O'Quinn Field at TDECU Stadium in Houston, TX. (Photo: Thomas B. Shea/For ... more Photo: Thomas B. Shea / For The Chronicle

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Image 236 of 317 Houston Cougars quarterback John O'Korn (5) smiles after watching the second string score against the Grambling State Tigers in the second half on September 6, 2014 at John O'Quinn Field at TDECU Stadium in Houston, TX. (Photo: Thomas B. Shea/For the Chronicle) less Houston Cougars quarterback John O'Korn (5) smiles after watching the second string score against the Grambling State Tigers in the second half on September 6, 2014 at John O'Quinn Field at TDECU Stadium in ... more Photo: Thomas B. Shea / For The Chronicle

Image 237 of 317 Houston Cougars running back Kenneth Farrow (35) shows off his muscles after powering through Grambling State Tigers defensive back LeAndre Vallot (37) for a touchdown in the first half on September 6, 2014 at John O'Quinn Field at TDECU Stadium in Houston, TX. (Photo: Thomas B. Shea/For the Chronicle) less Houston Cougars running back Kenneth Farrow (35) shows off his muscles after powering through Grambling State Tigers defensive back LeAndre Vallot (37) for a touchdown in the first half on September 6, 2014 at ... more Photo: Thomas B. Shea / For The Chronicle

Image 238 of 317 Grambling State Tigers defensive back Tyree Hollins (27) breaks up a pass intended for Houston Cougars wide receiver Latrell Martin (6) in the second half on September 6, 2014 at John O'Quinn Field at TDECU Stadium in Houston, TX. (Photo: Thomas B. Shea/For the Chronicle) less Grambling State Tigers defensive back Tyree Hollins (27) breaks up a pass intended for Houston Cougars wide receiver Latrell Martin (6) in the second half on September 6, 2014 at John O'Quinn Field at TDECU ... more Photo: Thomas B. Shea / For The Chronicle

Image 239 of 317 The stadium before Houston Cougars play against Grambling State Tigers on September 6, 2014 at John O'Quinn Field at TDECU Stadium in Houston, TX. (Photo: Thomas B. Shea/For the Chronicle) The stadium before Houston Cougars play against Grambling State Tigers on September 6, 2014 at John O'Quinn Field at TDECU Stadium in Houston, TX. (Photo: Thomas B. Shea/For the Chronicle) Photo: Thomas B. Shea / For The Chronicle

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Image 241 of 317 The stadium before Houston Cougars play against Grambling State Tigers on September 6, 2014 at John O'Quinn Field at TDECU Stadium in Houston, TX. (Photo: Thomas B. Shea/For the Chronicle) The stadium before Houston Cougars play against Grambling State Tigers on September 6, 2014 at John O'Quinn Field at TDECU Stadium in Houston, TX. (Photo: Thomas B. Shea/For the Chronicle) Photo: Thomas B. Shea / For The Chronicle

Image 242 of 317 Grambling State Tigers marching band enters the stadium before the game of the Houston Cougars against Grambling State Tigersvon September 6, 2014 at John O'Quinn Field at TDECU Stadium in Houston, TX. (Photo: Thomas B. Shea/For the Chronicle) less Grambling State Tigers marching band enters the stadium before the game of the Houston Cougars against Grambling State Tigersvon September 6, 2014 at John O'Quinn Field at TDECU Stadium in Houston, TX. (Photo: ... more Photo: Thomas B. Shea / For The Chronicle

Image 243 of 317 Houston Cougars Wayne Beadle (84) celebrates recovering a Grambling State Tigers fumble in the first half on September 6, 2014 at John O'Quinn Field at TDECU Stadium in Houston, TX. (Photo: