Now that the 2026 NFL Draft has concluded for a while, and with tight end Tanner Koziol as Houston football 's sole pick in the fifth round, plus five undrafted free agent signings and mini-camp invites each, there is naturally a fear of talent holes being missing for the upcoming season. Some outgoing talents draw no comparison from any incoming members of the program, but there's no need for fans to worry about better possibilities for Big 12 championship contention dwindling for Houston as a result. Better yet, a College Football Playoff national championship is never out of the question. While coach Willie Fritz has continued utilizing the transfer portal to fill those talent spots and keep a deep roster intact, there are quite a few impact returners, some of whom have already had breakout campaigns in 2025, who will look to further maximize their potential towards the elusive feat.…