Houston Must Contain These Three Beavers in Season Opener
Houston faces Oregon State as a heavy favorite, but the Beavers have playmakers who could cause an upset. Running back Cornell Hatcher Jr. rushed for 93 yards and a touchdown against Houston last year, while edge rusher Takari Hickle recorded two sacks and five tackles for loss in 2025. Running back AJ Newberry also poses a threat, though details on his role are limited.
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Hatcher's 5.5 yards per carry against Houston last season came as a complementary option, but he now assumes the lead-back role following Anthony Hankerson's NFL departure. His 4.47-second 40-yard dash speed makes him a breakaway threat on every touch, and Houston's defense must account
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