Oklahoma defeats UTEP in season opening football game

The Oklahoma Sooners opened the 2026 college football season with a 51-0 win against the UTEP Miners on Friday. Oklahoma established a 21-0 lead by the end of the first quarter and maintained control through the duration of the game. Quarterback John Mateer threw for 225 yards and three touchdowns, while Isaiah Sategna recorded an 88-yard punt return for a score. Despite the shutout, the Sooners struggled with tackling and missed three starters on the offensive line due to injury. The team looks to address these defensive deficiencies and offensive line stability before its upcoming road game against Michigan. The Sooners demonstrated increased usage of tight ends throughout the win, which may provide more versatility for the offense in future matchups.

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