Oklahoma Sooners eye critical games for 2026 playoff aspirations
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 5:00 PM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
The Oklahoma Sooners face a challenging schedule in 2026, following a successful 10-2 season in 2025 that included a College Football Playoff appearance. Key matchups include their first trip to Georgia, the Red River Showdown against Texas, and a home game against Ole Miss. With high expectations, the Sooners will need to perform well in these critical contests to secure a playoff spot. The team's experienced roster will play a crucial role as they navigate their schedule.
- •Sooners return with considerable experience for the 2026 season.
- •First game at Georgia scheduled for September 26.
- •Red River Showdown against Texas set for October 10.
- •Home game against Ole Miss on November 14.
- •Final regular season game at Missouri on November 28.
- 5:00 PMYahoo Sports — 5 games critical to the Oklahoma Sooners 2026 aspirations
"How successful the Oklahoma Sooners 2026 is will depend on how they manage these 5 games.
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