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What are new expectations for Sam Houston after Week One blowout?
After a 34-14 throttling of Rice Owls, could Sam Houston Bearkats be this year's version of New Mexico State Aggies as surprise Conference USA contender?
Rule number one – don't overreact to Week One.
However, for a team that prided itself on losing just one starter to the Transfer Portal, Sam Houston looked like a completely different program than last year in a 34-14 throttling of Rice. The Bearkats were better than their 3–9 record after losing five games on five plays. With Hunter Watson's electric debut at quarterback and a salty showing from new defensive coordinator Skyler Cassity, should expectations be reframed in Huntsville from chasing bowl eligibility to a Conference USA Championship?
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