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Ben Arbuckle faces scrutiny after OU's 14-6 victory over New Mexico

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 4:32 PM

Last updated Sep 20, 2026

Ben Arbuckle faces scrutiny after OU's 14-6 victory over New Mexico

Summary

Oklahoma's offensive coordinator Ben Arbuckle is under pressure after a lackluster 14-6 win against New Mexico on September 20. Despite claiming the team had its best practices yet, the Sooners struggled offensively, recording only 299 total yards. Coach Brent Venables highlighted the need for improvement and complementary football. Quarterback John Mateer threw two touchdowns but also had two interceptions, and the run game managed just 61 yards. Concerns about the offense's effectiveness continue to grow as the Sooners prepare for tougher opponents ahead.

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By the Numbers

•Oklahoma scored 14 points against New Mexico, struggling offensively.
•The Sooners finished with 299 yards and a low rushing average of 1.9 yards per carry.
•QB John Mateer passed for two touchdowns but also threw two interceptions.
•Ben Arbuckle faces mounting pressure from fans and media regarding offensive production.
•Oklahoma's next games will be critical for improving offensive performance.

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4:32 PMYahoo Sports — Pressure builds for OU football's Ben Arbuckle following uninspiring 14-6 win over New Mexico

What they're saying

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NORMAN — Ben Arbuckle felt he and his offense had the best week of practice in his two seasons in Norman. Yet, it looked like the worst performance in a win from an Arbuckle-led OU offense so far in his short tenure. Now the burner is fired up, pinning pressure on Arbuckle to figure out how to get the Sooners offense to produce. Arbuckle, Oklahoma football’s offensive coordinator, led his ...
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