Oklahoma prepares for New Mexico following Michigan loss
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 11:23 AM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
The Oklahoma Sooners, currently 1-1, are set to host the New Mexico Lobos on Saturday after a loss to Michigan. Head coach Brent Venables emphasized the need to refocus on New Mexico, who enters the game with a 2-0 record. The Lobos boast significant offensive stats, including a 70-7 win last week. Venables highlighted the urgency for the Sooners to correct past mistakes and demonstrate improved execution ahead of next week’s matchup against Georgia.
- •Oklahoma lost to Michigan in Week 2, dropping to 1-1.
- •New Mexico is 2-0, with substantial offensive performance so far.
- •The game is crucial for Oklahoma to address issues before Georgia.
- •Brent Venables stresses complete focus on New Mexico.
- 11:23 AMYahoo Sports — Oklahoma's 'complete focus' is on New Mexico after setback
"Brent Venables says Oklahoma has moved on from Michigan and is focused on a confident New Mexico team.
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