Troy Pless
Troy Pless is a three-star recruit from Killeen, TX, out of Killeen Shoemaker (No. 1,358 in the 2026 class) who has not played in Houston's 8 games this season.
Where Pless comes from
- Killeen, TX
- Killeen Shoemaker
- About 150 miles from TDECU Stadium
- Three-star, No. 1,358 in the 2026 class.
Where Pless fits
Houston lists 17 offensive linemen this season.
Houston offensive linemen with a game this season
The team’s line is 1st in the country in passing-downs success rate this season (a team number).
Houston is 6-2, No. 17 in the AP poll (week 10). Next: vs Cincinnati, Sat Nov 7.
Similar players
Same class and position
From Killeen Shoemaker
Also from Killeen, TX
Where to follow
Awards
A three-star recruit at offensive line for Houston -- now projected as a quality starter at the position.
Offensive line play doesn't show up in a box score. Here's what actually tells you whether he's good.
The unit he anchors ranks 1st nationally in passing-downs success rate this season. See the full unit breakdown →
Houston has produced 4 All-Conference offensive linemen. 2 have gone on to the NFL Draft since 2020. Patrick Paul went on to the NFL out of this room (2024).
Joined Houston in 2026
- 2026 Houston FritzYear 1 · Games –
- High school Killeen ShoemakerKilleen, TX · Class of 2026Three-star, No. 1,358 in the 2026 class. Signed with Houston.Also from Killeen Shoemaker: Khamari Terrell (Washington State), Malik Esquerra (Texas Tech), Jamal Polite Jr. (Iowa State) and 2 more.
2026
- Signed with HoustonThree-star, out of Killeen Shoemaker