University of Houston Athletics
Rogers, Tune Earn American Honors
10/10/2022 10:00:00 AM | Football
Houston duo recognized following historic comeback win at Memphis
HOUSTON – University of Houston Football senior quarterback Clayton Tune and senior defensive back Jayce Rogers have been named the American Athletic Conference's Offensive and Special Teams Player of the Week respectively, the league office announced Monday.
The honors follow Houston's 19-point fourth quarter comeback victory at Memphis on Friday. In the win, the Cougars scored 26 fourth quarter points and mounted their second-largest road comeback victory in program history.
Rogers helped ignite the rally, returning a kickoff 100 yards for a touchdown, trimming Houston's deficit to 10 points with 7:47 remaining in the fourth quarter. The feat, which came on the Valdosta, Georgia, native's first career kickoff return, was the eighth 100-yard kickoff return in program history and was just the second kickoff return touchdown for an American player this season.
Tune became just the second FBS quarterback this season to complete 35+ passes, throw for 350+ yards and toss 3+ touchdowns in a road conference game. The Carrollton, Texas, native went 36-of-57 with 366 yards and three passing touchdowns including tossing a pair of scores to senior wide receiver KeSean Carter with under two minutes remaining.
UP NEXT
Following the off week, Houston returns to action on Saturday, Oct. 22, at 11 a.m. CT when it faces Navy from Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium in Annapolis, Maryland. The game will be broadcast on ESPNU and can be heard on KPRC 950 AM.
Fans may purchase single-game tickets for all remaining home games by clicking here. Tickets start at just $12 for Houston's Homecoming matchup against South Florida on Saturday, Oct. 29. Family 4-packs, which include four tickets, four hot dogs, four chips and four drinks are on sale for $96.
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The honors follow Houston's 19-point fourth quarter comeback victory at Memphis on Friday. In the win, the Cougars scored 26 fourth quarter points and mounted their second-largest road comeback victory in program history.
Rogers helped ignite the rally, returning a kickoff 100 yards for a touchdown, trimming Houston's deficit to 10 points with 7:47 remaining in the fourth quarter. The feat, which came on the Valdosta, Georgia, native's first career kickoff return, was the eighth 100-yard kickoff return in program history and was just the second kickoff return touchdown for an American player this season.
Tune became just the second FBS quarterback this season to complete 35+ passes, throw for 350+ yards and toss 3+ touchdowns in a road conference game. The Carrollton, Texas, native went 36-of-57 with 366 yards and three passing touchdowns including tossing a pair of scores to senior wide receiver KeSean Carter with under two minutes remaining.
UP NEXT
Following the off week, Houston returns to action on Saturday, Oct. 22, at 11 a.m. CT when it faces Navy from Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium in Annapolis, Maryland. The game will be broadcast on ESPNU and can be heard on KPRC 950 AM.
Fans may purchase single-game tickets for all remaining home games by clicking here. Tickets start at just $12 for Houston's Homecoming matchup against South Florida on Saturday, Oct. 29. Family 4-packs, which include four tickets, four hot dogs, four chips and four drinks are on sale for $96.
SUPPORT HOUSTON RISE
Join Houston Rise, a $150 million fundraising campaign for Houston Athletics dedicated to championship success in the Big 12 Conference. Every Houston Rise contribution prepares our Cougars to compete and win when we start Big 12 competition in July 2023.
Click here to rise and be counted.
JOIN The 46ers and The HUDDLE
Fans are invited to join the 46ers and the Huddle to directly support Houston Football. Members provide financial support directly to Houston Football for needs beyond operating budget. For more information about the 46ers and the Huddle, call Cougar Pride at 713-743-GoUH (4684) or click here.
STAY CONNECTED
Follow Houston Football on Twitter and Instagram at @UHCougarFB, and "Like" Houston Cougar Football on Facebook.
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