According to sources at the mothership, the University of Houston has fired head coach Major Applewhite.
As previously reported, the Houston Cougars are very interested in West Virginia Mountaineers head coach Dana Holgorsen. Dana has strong ties to Houston, previously serving as their offensive coordinator in 2008 and 2009. Holgorsen also has maintained a strong relationship with Houston superbooster who is willing to put down upwards of 20 million for the right head coach and staff. Houston is lobbying for a move to Power 5 status and looks to be serious about their chances.