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Houston Cougars Dominate at Rice Stadium in Commanding Football Victory

The Houston Cougars, with a record of 12-2, faced off against the Rice Owls, who held a 4-8 record, in a game that ended with the Cougars securing 44 points to the Owls' 7.


Sep 11, 2021; Houston, Texas, USA;  Houston Cougars running back Alton McCaskill (22) runs the ball in the second half against the Rice Owls at Rice Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Dunn-USA TODAY Sports

In an impressive display at Rice Stadium, the Houston Cougars showcased their offensive and defensive capabilities against the Rice Owls. The Cougars' quarterback was particularly effective, completing 23 out of 33 passes for a total of 249 yards and two touchdowns. One touchdown pass was notably long at 35 yards. The team's passing efficiency was reflected in their quarterback rating of 153.


On the ground, the rushing attack added another dimension to their game as they amassed 144 yards over 35 attempts and scored three touchdowns. Their longest rush was an impressive run of 42 yards while their longest touchdown came from a more modest distance of just over ten yards.


Sep 11, 2021; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars quarterback Clayton Tune (3) looks to pass in the second half against the Rice Owls at Rice Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Dunn-USA TODAY Sports

Special teams also contributed to this comprehensive victory with one field goal made from two attempts; although one attempt missed its mark from beyond thirty-nine yards out.


Defensively, the Cougars were relentless; they sacked the opposing quarterback four times for losses totaling thirty yards and recorded six hits on him throughout the game. They also managed to intercept three passes by Rice quarterbacks – one interception return going all nine-one yard for another score.


Sep 11, 2021; Houston, Texas, USA; Rice Owls fullback Brendan Suckley (85) runs the ball against Houston Cougars cornerback Damarion Williams (6) in the first half at Rice Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Dunn-USA TODAY Sports

The defense wasn't alone in scoring as special teams blocked an opponent's kick which led directly to points on board for Houston.


Penalties could have been problematic but were kept relatively under control by both sides; however, it is worth noting that seven penalties were called against Houston totaling eighty-nine penalty yards.


Looking ahead after this dominant performance by Houston at home turf next week will see them host Grambling State Tigers at John O'Quinn Field at TDECU Stadium located in Houston itself on September eighteen around six o'clock PM local time where fans can tune into ESPN+ network to catch live action from upcoming contest between these two collegiate football programs.

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