Even though University of Houston and Oregon State were in a close game in the fourth quarter, ESPN still moved it to ESPNews to make way for the start of the Texas-Texas State game.

HOUSTON — Tackling plagues nearly every defense in college football during the first game of the season. Oregon State was no exception. The Beavers had several missed and broken tackles lead to explosive plays in a 33-20 loss to No. 23 Houston Saturday afternoon at TDECU Stadium.

The Oregon State Beavers visit the No. 24 Houston Cougars Saturday afternoon for a noon ET kickoff from TDECU Stadium in Houston, Texas.

The Cougars are 21-point favorites in the latest Oregon State vs. Houston odds. The over/under for total points is 51.5. Before making any Oregon State vs. Houston picks, be sure to check out the Houston vs. Oregon State predictions from the SportsLine Projection Model .

HOUSTON — Oregon State will be without starters on offense and defense in its season opener. Receiver Eddie Freauff and safety Harlem Howard are among the players who are out for the Beavers against No. 23 Houston Saturday afternoon at TDECU Stadium.

Houston football takes on Oregon State in Week 1 of the 2026 season. Follow along for live updates.

Amare Thomas hauled in 133 receiving yards while the Cougars racked up 533 total yards and held the Beavers to just 26 yards on the ground in the season opener.

Houston's senior quarterback Conner Weigman enters the 2026 season with high expectations after leading the Big 12 with 36 total touchdowns last year, benefiting from a stable offense, improved weapons,

The opening game of the JaMarcus Shephard era was a fight till the final whistle. Read our recap to learn more.