MATCHUPS! Houston Cougars vs Kansas State: Can Defense & Fritz Stop Avery Johnson?

The Houston Cougars face the Kansas State Wildcats in a huge Big 12 football matchup, and this game could come down to a few strength-on-strength battles.On today’s Locked On Coogs, Parker Ainsworth breaks down the biggest Houston vs. Kansas State matchups, including how the Cougars’ elite run defense can handle Avery Johnson and a Kansas State rushing attack averaging more than 240 yards per game.Can Houston force Avery Johnson to beat the Cougars through the air? Can Conner Weigman stay efficient against one of the best statistical pass defenses in college football? And will Houston’s offensive line and rushing attack create the advantage Willie Fritz needs on the road?We also break down Makhi Hughes, Re’Shaun Sanford, Houston’s defensive front, Kansas State’s offensive line, third-down battles and the X-factors that could ultimately decide this Big 12 showdown.Houston enters the matchup looking to continue building momentum and prove it can win another important conference game away from home.Subscribe to Locked On Coogs for daily Houston Cougars football and basketball coverage, recruiting news, Big 12 analysis, game previews and postgame reactions.#HoustonCougars #GoCoogs #HoustonFootball #KansasState #Big12Football #CollegeFootball1:30Stopping Avery Johnson11:13 Houston's Offense vs KSU Defense23:18 Houston's Run is the AnswerBecome an everydayer! Subscribe to the Everydayer or All-Access tier of Locked On Coogs for even MORE Coogs! https://lockedoncoogs.supercast.com/Be sure to follow and subscribe to Locked On Coogs to hear the latest on all things Houston Cougars, wherever you get your podcasts!Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!KALSHIFor a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next.Butcher BoxIf you're looking for an easier way to get great meals on the table, give ButcherBox a try. Go to https://ButcherBox.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE to get $20 off your first box, plus your choice of free ribeye, new york strip, or filet mignon in every box for a year — with free shipping always.SupplyHouseVisit https://SupplyHouse.com/TM to learn more about becoming a Trade Master. Use promo code S H 5 College for five percent off your first order.SupplyHouse. Real people. Real service.WayfairTransform your space with pieces that hold up to real life. Join Wayfair Rewards today and get five percent back on every purchase.Head to https://Wayfair.com or shop the Wayfair app for all things home. Every style. Every home.OdooGreat organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon.GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.FanDuelThis season, FanDuel is making the excitement go beyond what happens on the field with the all-new FanDuel Rewards Club, featuring exclusive offers, surprises, and more. Every week, check the FanDuel app to see what’s waiting for you or visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.