Overmyer’s 4 TD ties FBS record; Houston makes 35-16 statement at Kansas State

Manhattan, Kansas - On October 10, 2026, Houston Cougars tight end Patrick Overmyer #9 scored four touchdowns in their game against Kansas State Wildcats, setting the all-time FBS record for most single-game touchdown receptions by a tight end. Overmyer's 35-16 victory over Kansas State marked the second-largest margin of victory in a Big 12 matchup since the university joined the conference in 2023 and showcased the ultimate growth of the program in three years.

Senior Overmyer started the game on a strong note with a 4th-and-goal touchdown reception that the Kansas State team called a timeout before. He went on to score three more touchdowns inside the 10-yard line, tying him with Manny Hazard and Patrick Edwards as the all-time leading tight ends with the most receiving touchdowns. Overmyer also had a game-high 83 receiving yards on eight receptions and was instrumental in the passing game, while the defensive unit limited Kansas State's passing game and had a stellar performance down the star outside linebacker, Jaden Yates.

The Cougars' defense had its best showing of the season, allowing only 182 yards on 30 attempts from Kansas State's veteran quarterback, Avery Johnson. The loss marked Kansas State's second-largest margin of defeat at home since 2021 and put the Wildcats at 0-2 in Big 12 play under first-year head coach Collin Klein, who had previously led the team to a 17-game win streak in the rivalry.

Houston now returns to face Oklahoma State in a ranked matchup at TDECU Stadium since the 2015 American Conference Championship Game.