Buffaloes prepare to face Chieftains in upcoming matchup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 8, 2026, 11:01 PM

Last updated Oct 8, 2026

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McAlester will take on Sapulpa on the road Friday at 7 p.m. The Buffaloes aim to address defensive issues that have plagued them throughout the season, including breakdowns in critical moments. Coach Jeff Craig emphasizes the need for improved focus to prevent big plays against a Chieftains team that is currently 3-2. The McAlester offense, averaging 224 passing yards and 126 rushing yards per game, will face challenges due to injuries impacting key players.

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  • •McAlester faces Sapulpa on the road Friday at 7 p.m.
  • •Buffaloes look to fix defensive miscues after recent games.
  • •Sapulpa is 3-2, with a recent loss to Bishop Kelley.
  • •Injuries are forcing changes in McAlester's offensive lineup.
  • •Buffaloes average 224 passing yards and 126 rushing yards per game.
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McAlester will yet again seek to clean up defensive miscues when they take on Sapulpa on the road Friday. The Chieftains are 3-2 on the year with wins over Ft. Gibson (4-1), Tahlequah (2-3) and East Central (2-3). Sapulpa dropped its most recent game against Bishop Kelley (4-1) 25-19. For coach Jeff Craig, the matchup with the Chieftains will be the next in a series of games where his team ...

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