Oklahoma Sooners prepare for 2026 season opener against UTEP

The Oklahoma Sooners start their 2026 college football season at home against UTEP on September 4. Quarterback John Mateer returns to lead the offense, which features an experienced offensive line and a group of running backs including Xavier Robinson, Tory Blaylock, and Lloyd Avant. The defense aims to build on last season's performance after leading the nation in sacks and tackles for loss. Coach Brent Venables enters his fifth season overall and third in the Southeastern Conference. The schedule includes a road game against Michigan on September 12 and the annual matchup against Texas in Dallas on October 10. The regular season concludes with a road game against Missouri on November 28 before the SEC Championship game scheduled for December 5.

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