For the first time in nearly 20 years, the Cougars have a first team All-American on their roster.
Three separate outlets on Wednesday and Thursday placed freshman defensive tackle Ed Oliver on their first team All-American list. The selection marks the first time in UH history that a freshman is chosen.
Sporting News announced its selections Wednesday, while USA Today and Sports Illustrated did so Thursday. Oliver was the sole freshman to appear on all three polls.
As the first five-star recruit to commit to a Group of Five university, Oliver made headlines even before hitting the college football playing field.