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Oklahoma defeats UTEP in season opener as focus shifts to Michigan

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 5, 2026, 5:05 AM

Last updated Sep 5, 2026

Oklahoma defeats UTEP in season opener as focus shifts to Michigan

Summary

Oklahoma opened its season on Friday with a 51-0 victory over UTEP in Norman. Quarterback John Mateer directed the Sooners' offense, recording three touchdown passes, including strikes to Isaiah Sategna, Trell Harris, and Rocky Beers. While the passing attack showed production, the team struggled to maintain consistent momentum in the run game following a strong start. Lloyd Avant contributed 79 rushing yards on 15 carries, but the offensive line will need to improve its push against defensive fronts to compete in a schedule that features upcoming tests against Michigan, Georgia, and Texas. Sategna bolstered the effort with 215 all-purpose yards, headlined by an 88-yard punt return for a touchdown. Oklahoma now prepares for its next matchup against Michigan in Ann Arbor.

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Status Watch

•Oklahoma defeated UTEP 51-0 in the season opener on September 5.
•John Mateer finished the game with three touchdown passes.
•Isaiah Sategna recorded 215 all-purpose yards and a punt return touchdown.
•Lloyd Avant led the ground game with 79 yards on 15 carries.
•Oklahoma faces Michigan on the road in its next contest.

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5:05 AMYahoo Sports — Brunt: Oklahoma rolls past UTEP, but things aren't perfect heading into Michigan showdown

What they're saying

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Oklahoma did most things well in a 51-0 win over UTEP, but the run blocking needs to improve if the Sooners are going to win at Michigan next week.
— Yahoo Sports

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