No competition equals no progress.  There is certainly a battle in the running back room, which is exactly how the Houston football program would like it. If there is a fight for playing time, it means that not only are the players doing something right, but the coaches have the right players who are constantly striving for development and growth.  As it stands, there are several names that could be in the rotation on the first team offense that see more reps than the others, but that remains to be a question entering the fall season. The Cougars know that their quarterback will be senior Conner Weigman , but who will he exchange the ball to in the backfield? These are likely the three options he operates with the most.  DJ Butler Nov 7, 2025; Orlando, Florida, USA; Houston Cougars running back DJ Butler (25) runs the ball against UCF Knights cornerback Jyaire Brown (15) during the first quarter at Acrisure Bounce House.…