Carr is a welcomed addition into the Coogs backfield.

HtownCoogs.com has learned that former Woodlands running back Patrick Carr will transfer to the University of Houston. The former three-star back was granted his release from Colorado, where he signed in 2015, and visited the Cougars' scrimmage this morning.

While nothing has been officially announced, the transfer is almost complete, per Carr himself today. In fact, he's scheduled to start practicing with Tom Herman's squad on August 22nd.

As a true freshman for the Buffs, 272 rushing yards on 66 carries, with a breakout performance against UCLA where he put up 100 yards and a touchdown against the Bruins. The 5-8, 190-pounder will have to sit for one season due to NCAA transfer rules.