RELOADED DEFENSE?: Major QUESTIONS forCougars DEFENSE! MUST STEP UP—Can Porter, Webb DELIVER?
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The episode discusses the Houston Cougars' defensive challenges and strategies for the upcoming season, featuring insights from veteran safety Kentrell Webb.
Houston Cougars football enters the 2026 season with major questions surrounding its defense, pass rush, linebacker experience, and ability to remain among the Big 12’s best units. In this episode of Locked On Coogs, Parker Ainsworth breaks down Houston’s defensive outlook under head coach Willie Fritz and defensive coordinator Austin Armstrong before sitting down with veteran safety Kentrell Webb at Big 12 Media Days. The episode examines whether last season’s inconsistency was a warning sign or simply part of the growing process. Houston delivered strong defensive performances against teams such as Arizona State and Arizona, but also struggled to contain West Virginia’s mobile quarterback. With Eddie Walls and Carlos Allen gone after producing most of Houston’s sacks, the Cougars must rebuild their pass rush around newcomers and returning contributors including Ashton Porter, Demarian Thomas, Ezra Gabara, Khalil Laufau, and Latrevian McCutcheon. Webb explains what it means to serve as the “quarterback of the defense,” communicate Austin Armstrong’s calls, organize the secondary, and help younger players line up correctly in loud, high-pressure moments. He also discusses the…
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