HOUSTON– The Houston football program will open its 2021 season in the Texas Kickoff against Texas Tech, Vice President for Athletics Chris Pezman announced on Friday.
“The Texas Kickoff is one of the highlights of the opening weekend of the college football season and we’re always proud to participate in this great event,” Pezman said. “Our fans have provided tremendous support each time our program has played inside NRG Stadium. We're grateful for ESPN Events and Lone Star Sports and Entertainment presenting us with a great opportunity to compete against another in-state program like Texas Tech.”
The specific date and time for the game will be released at a later date. The game will air on an ESPN network.
The Cougars will face Texas Tech for the 33rdtime as both programs meet at NRG Stadium, home of the Houston Texans. Houston leads the all-time series, 18-13-1, and this matchup will mark the second time both teams have faced off inside NRG Stadium.
In its last season opener as a part of the Texas Kickoff, Houston defeated No. 3 Oklahoma, 33-23, to begin the 2016 season.
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The Cougars begin the 2020 season on Sept. 19 at Memphis.