Oklahoma Sooners drop in Coaches Poll despite win over New Mexico
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 9:27 PM
Last updated Sep 20, 2026
The Oklahoma Sooners fell three spots to No. 24 in the US LBM Coaches Poll following a 14-6 victory over New Mexico. Despite the win, concerns about their offense persist, described as the worst under head coach Brent Venables. The Sooners have a challenging schedule ahead, with upcoming games against top-ranked teams like Georgia and Texas. The Longhorns remain at the top of the poll, followed by Georgia. Oklahoma will need to improve offensively to stay competitive in the rankings.
- •Oklahoma stays in the Coaches Poll but drops to No. 24.
- •The Sooners won 14-6 against New Mexico in Week 3.
- •Concerns about offensive performance under Brent Venables remain.
- •Texas leads the Coaches Poll, with Georgia in second place.
- •Oklahoma faces Georgia next Saturday in Athens.
- 9:27 PMYahoo Sports — Oklahoma Sooners continue slide in US LBM Coaches Poll
"The Oklahoma Sooners remained inside the US LBM Coaches Poll but fell three spots after their win over New Mexico.
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