Oklahoma prepares for first game in Ann Arbor against Michigan
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 11, 2026, 12:08 AM
Last updated Sep 11, 2026

The Oklahoma Sooners travel to Ann Arbor this week for a matchup against the Michigan Wolverines. Oklahoma enters the contest with an all-time record of 2-0 against Michigan, including a 24-13 victory in Norman last season. Oklahoma head coach Brent Venables leads a squad that recently opened the season with a 51-0 win over UTEP. Michigan head coach Kyle Whittingham noted the talent on the Oklahoma roster, specifically highlighting their defensive line and quarterback John Mateer. Linebacker Cole Sullivan, who transferred from Michigan to Oklahoma this offseason, will play against his former team for the first time. The game will be held at Michigan Stadium.
- •Oklahoma holds a 2-0 all-time series record against Michigan.
- •John Mateer enters the game following a three-touchdown performance against UTEP.
- •Linebacker Kip Lewis returns as the leading tackler for the Oklahoma defense.
- •Cole Sullivan will face his former Michigan teammates following his offseason transfer.
- 12:08 AMYahoo Sports — Getting to know Oklahoma ahead of matchup vs Michigan
"Here’s what you need to know about the Oklahoma Sooners ahead of their matchup vs Michigan.
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