Houston Quarterback Conner Weigman Named to Maxwell Award Preseason Watch List
Houston Cougars quarterback Conner Weigman has been named to the Maxwell Award Preseason Watch List.
Houston, TX, August 4, 2026 —
Conner Weigman, the quarterback for the Houston Cougars, has been recognized on the Maxwell Award Preseason Watch List. This honor highlights Weigman as one of the nation’s top college football players heading into the upcoming season.
The Maxwell Award is presented annually to the best player in college football, making its preseason watch list a significant indicator of potential Heisman Trophy contenders and other major individual accolades.
Weigman, a key player for the Cougars, will be looking to build on his past performance as he leads the team. The full list includes numerous prominent college football quarterbacks and standout players from various positions across the country.
The Maxwell Football Club, which presents the award, will narrow down the watch list throughout the season, with semifinalists typically announced in November and finalists in December. The winner is usually revealed in January.
Further details regarding the criteria for selection and the timeline for the award’s progression will be released by the Maxwell Football Club.
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