Houston Cougars football is set to begin their 2026 season in September with a slate of non-conference games, and the second matchup of the year is against the Southern Jaguars at TDECU Stadium. Houston is expected to cruise through the early non-conference portion of its schedule, and the game against Southern will take place on Sept. 12. Houston will be an overwhelming favorite, given the returning cast of players and the expectation to be a contender in the Big 12 championship race. Here is a complete breakdown on Southern , including its strengths, weaknesses and an area that could help the Jaguars cause Houston some problems. Southern's Strengths Southern Jaguars' running back Kobe Dillon (9) runs the ball during the SWAC Championship game against the Jackson State Tigers in Jackson, Miss., on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024.…