Taking a look at which Houston Cougars have their stock moving up or down after a loss against the West Virginia Mountaineers.

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.

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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.

Houston's final play of last season still haunts Emanuel Sharp — but now the Cougars want to make their comeback.

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