Houston linebacker Corey Platt Jr. out for season

University of Houston linebacker Corey Platt Jr. will miss the upcoming season with a torn Achilles tendon, Willie Fritz said.

Platt, a transfer from Tulane, suffered the injury during a post-spring workout. The setback is particularly discouraging because it comes less than a year after he tore the Achilles tendon in his other leg in Tulane’s season opener last year.

When Fritz moved from leading the Tulane Green Wave to the Houston Cougars this summer, he brought with him three notable transfers, including Platt, who was a big asset this spring. Unfortunately, Fritz revealed at Big 12 media days that Platt would be out this season due to his recent injury.

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The injury is a major blow to Platt, who has already endured the grueling recovery process once before. A torn Achilles tendon typically requires a nine- to 12-month recovery period, making this second injury a significant challenge, both mentally and physically. Platt’s journey from rehab to the field will be an arduous one, given the severity of such an injury.

During his time at Tulane under Fritz, Platt played in 15 games over three seasons, recording 40 tackles, including three for loss, two sacks, an interception, a fumble recovery and a pass defense. Although he only appeared in one game last season, he made a notable impact with 15 tackles and a sack against South Alabama. Prior to his injury, Platt was expected to start for the Cougars, highlighting the loss the team feels for the upcoming season.