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Cougars to wear universal name patch 'Houston' in home opener

Related Topics: Garrett Davis, Houston Chronicle

The Houston Cougars will wear a universal name patch on the back of their jerseys Saturday against fellow Bayou City school Rice featuring "Houston" as a tribute after the floods of Harvey.

Cougars safety Garrett Davis, a team captain, told the Houston Chronicle the players were informed Tuesday of the uniform customization.

"It's pretty cool," Davis said. "It will keep the motto of playing for the city. It won't necessarily be a game about us.

"We'll be able to go out and fight for the city, fight for the people whose houses were damaged and aren't able to do the things we are able to do.