Despite the loss, the Cougars still believe they can get back on track quickly. Defensive back Kentrell Webb said that, win or loss, the Cougars must move forward all the same.

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While the Pop-Tarts Bowl in Orlando, Fla., could also be an option, school officials favor a bowl close to home that would allow fans to attend the game. The only other could be the Alamo Bowl, held Dec. 30 in San Antonio. Of course, the Cougars (7-1, 4-1 Big 12) could be in line for a bigger postseason destination if they continue to win.

Cougars strength and conditioning coach Kurt Hester died on Oct. 25, just a few hours before Houston 's 24-16 win over No. 25 Arizona State. Hester was battling Stage IV melanoma, a fight that was featured on ESPN's "College GameDay" earlier this season.

The second-ranked Cougars are again expected to be one of the nation's top teams after falling to Florida 65-63 in the national title game last season.

The Cougars are among 16 college teams that will be featured in the popular video game series early next year.

The No. 22 Houston Cougars football program hopes to reach the CFB dwindle after the Week 10 upset loss to WVU.

Houston Cougars head coach Willie Fritz celebrated a big win in style, but it's far from a new celebration for him.