Oklahoma must improve run game after loss to Michigan
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 6:00 PM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026
Oklahoma head coach Brent Venables emphasized the need for a stronger running game following a setback against Michigan. The Sooners managed only 100 rushing yards and averaged 3.4 yards per carry in the loss. This comes after an impressive performance against UTEP where they gained 170 yards on the ground. With the upcoming game against New Mexico scheduled for Saturday at 7:30 p.m. ET on ESPN2, Oklahoma must refine its offensive strategy to establish a more effective rushing attack.
- •Oklahoma rushed for just 100 yards against Michigan.
- •The team averaged 3.4 yards per carry in the loss.
- •Oklahoma gained 170 rushing yards in their opener against UTEP.
- •Next game is against New Mexico on Saturday at 7:30 p.m. ET.
- •Establishing the run game is critical for offensive performance.
- 6:00 PMYahoo Sports — Oklahoma's run game must improve after setback loss to Michigan
"Brent Venables says Oklahoma must establish and stick with the running game after its loss to Michigan.
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