Trio of Captains Earn Preseason Praise
7/25/2022 9:00:00 AM | Football
Mutin, Owens and Trahan pick up accolades ahead of anticipated 2022 season
HOUSTON – Three University of Houston Football student-athletes picked up preseason honors including senior Donavan Mutin who was named to the Butkus Award Watch List and senior Gervarrius Owens who earned a spot on the Paycom Jim Thorpe Award Watch List, announced Monday.
Fellow senior Christian Trahan was recognized Friday on the John Mackey Award Watch List, honoring the nation's top tight end. The Butkus Award is presented each year to the nation's top linebacker while the Thorpe Award goes to the country's top defensive back.
Mutin, a three-time team captain has been among The American's defensive standouts during his career. The second-team all-conference honoree led the Cougars with 77 tackles while adding three forced fumbles a season ago after registering 22 in just three games during 2020.
Owens was named to the All-American Athletic Conference First Team and Dave Campbell All-State First Team a season ago. The Moore, Okla., product finished tied for second on the team in interceptions with two, including a 45-yard pick six against Tulsa, and logged 52 tackles in 2021.
Trahan started in 11 games as the team's every day tight end appeared in all 14 games a season ago. The Sulphur, La., native recorded single-season career highs in receptions (37) and receiving yards (398) highlighted by touchdowns in back-to-back games against Tulane and East Carolina.
Houston opens its season on Sept. 3 at UTSA. Kickoff is scheduled for 2:30 p.m. from the Alamodome and can be seen on CBS Sports Network. The in-state matchup is the lone FBS contest nationally on opening weekend featuring two 12-plus win teams from a season ago.
Season Tickets on Sale
Your Houston Football program is fresh off a 12-win campaign and Birmingham Bowl title and fans are encouraged to act quickly to purchase 2022 season tickets while supplies last. Season tickets are available for as low as $99.
First-time season tickets holders can click here to purchase tickets or call the Houston Athletics Ticket Office at 713-GO-COOGS (462-6647).
Houston Athletics is excited to introduce our new "Family Four-Pack" seats that offer a fun and affordable entertainment option for families to come enjoy Houston Cougar Football starting as low as $80 per ticket (based on minimum of 4 tickets on select seating locations). For a full list of prices and TDECU Stadium seating map, click here.
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Fellow senior Christian Trahan was recognized Friday on the John Mackey Award Watch List, honoring the nation's top tight end. The Butkus Award is presented each year to the nation's top linebacker while the Thorpe Award goes to the country's top defensive back.
Mutin, a three-time team captain has been among The American's defensive standouts during his career. The second-team all-conference honoree led the Cougars with 77 tackles while adding three forced fumbles a season ago after registering 22 in just three games during 2020.
Owens was named to the All-American Athletic Conference First Team and Dave Campbell All-State First Team a season ago. The Moore, Okla., product finished tied for second on the team in interceptions with two, including a 45-yard pick six against Tulsa, and logged 52 tackles in 2021.
Trahan started in 11 games as the team's every day tight end appeared in all 14 games a season ago. The Sulphur, La., native recorded single-season career highs in receptions (37) and receiving yards (398) highlighted by touchdowns in back-to-back games against Tulane and East Carolina.
Houston opens its season on Sept. 3 at UTSA. Kickoff is scheduled for 2:30 p.m. from the Alamodome and can be seen on CBS Sports Network. The in-state matchup is the lone FBS contest nationally on opening weekend featuring two 12-plus win teams from a season ago.
Season Tickets on Sale
Your Houston Football program is fresh off a 12-win campaign and Birmingham Bowl title and fans are encouraged to act quickly to purchase 2022 season tickets while supplies last. Season tickets are available for as low as $99.
First-time season tickets holders can click here to purchase tickets or call the Houston Athletics Ticket Office at 713-GO-COOGS (462-6647).
Houston Athletics is excited to introduce our new "Family Four-Pack" seats that offer a fun and affordable entertainment option for families to come enjoy Houston Cougar Football starting as low as $80 per ticket (based on minimum of 4 tickets on select seating locations). For a full list of prices and TDECU Stadium seating map, click here.
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
Fans can receive updates by following @UHCougarFB on Twitter and catch up with the latest news and notes on the team by clicking LIKE on the team's Facebook page at Houston Cougar Football. Fans can also follow the team on Instagram at uhcougarfb.
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