Oklahoma defeats UTEP in 51-0 season opener

Oklahoma began the 2026 season with a 51-0 home victory over UTEP on Friday night. The Sooners relied heavily on 12-personnel formations to establish a stronger running game despite missing two starting offensive linemen. Offensive coordinator Ben Arbuckle praised the performance of the tight end room, specifically identifying the group's consistency and technical growth over the previous nine months. Hayden Hansen and Rocky Beers led the team in snaps at the position, while Jack Van Dorselaer and Trynae Washington also saw significant playing time. The team finished the game with 170 rushing yards as they look to build a more effective ground attack. Arbuckle noted that the unit successfully navigated complex schematic adjustments throughout the game to help the offense function as intended.

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