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Oklahoma linebacker Kip Lewis sustains injury against Michigan in Ann Arbor

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Last updated Sep 12, 2026

Oklahoma linebacker Kip Lewis sustains injury against Michigan in Ann Arbor
Summary

Oklahoma linebacker Kip Lewis exited the game against Michigan on Saturday after suffering an apparent right knee injury. The sequence occurred following a 15-yard rush by Michigan's Andrew Marsh that secured a first down. Lewis struggled to put weight on his right leg as he left the field and was observed using a knee brace on the sideline. He subsequently attempted to stay warm by using a stationary bike while under evaluation by athletic trainers. James Nesta replaced Lewis in the Oklahoma lineup while the game in Ann Arbor remains ongoing. Staff continue to monitor the status of the linebacker as the Sooners continue their Week 2 matchup against the Wolverines.

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Status Watch
  • •Kip Lewis sustained an apparent right knee injury during the Oklahoma game against Michigan.
  • •The linebacker hobbled off the field without placing weight on his right leg.
  • •James Nesta entered the game to replace Lewis in the Oklahoma defensive formation.
  • •Lewis is currently wearing a brace on his right knee and utilizing a stationary bike.
  • •The game between Oklahoma and Michigan is currently in progress.
Latest Updates
  • 7:13 PMESPN — Sooners lose key defender Lewis to apparent right knee injury
  • 5:17 PMYahoo Sports — No. 11 Oklahoma linebacker Kip Lewis leaves game against Michigan with a knee injury
  • 4:35 PMYahoo Sports — Kip Lewis injury update: OU football LB hops off, James Nesta in vs Michigan
What they're saying
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No. 11 Oklahoma took a hit in the first quarter against Michigan when it lost standout linebacker Kip Lewis to a knee injury on Saturday. Lewis hurt his right knee early in the game and injured it again late in the first quarter. After Lewis' last play, he hobbled off the field, keeping weight off his right leg, and slammed his helmet when he got to sideline.

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Oklahoma linebacker Kip Lewis is hurt. Following a 15-yard rush by Michigan's Andrew Marsh for a first down, Lewis hobbled off the field, slamming his helmet on the field and taking a seat.

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Oklahoma standout linebacker Kip Lewis will not return to Saturday's game against Michigan after sustaining an apparent right knee injury in the first quarter.

— ESPNby Adam Rittenberg
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