Oklahoma Sooners struggle offensively in loss to Kentucky Wildcats
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 21, 2026, 11:30 PM
Last updated Oct 21, 2026

The Oklahoma Sooners fell 21-13 to the No. 15 Kentucky Wildcats, continuing a trend of offensive woes. This marked the Sooners' fifth consecutive game scoring fewer than 15 points. Despite racking up nearly 350 yards of total offense, Oklahoma converted drives into field goals instead of touchdowns and committed two turnovers in Kentucky territory. Offensive coordinator Ben Arbuckle emphasized the need for a mentality shift to improve red-zone performance and rebuild confidence. The Sooners look to apply this approach in their upcoming game against the Mississippi State Bulldogs.
- •Oklahoma scores 13 points against Kentucky
- •Five straight games with under 15 points scored
- •Sooners gain nearly 350 total yards
- •Team settles for field goals, commits turnovers
- •Next game is against Mississippi State Bulldogs
- 11:30 PMYahoo Sports — Ben Arbuckle says Oklahoma Sooners need 'belief' in the red zone
"Ben Arbuckle says Oklahoma must respond to adversity, trust its offense and finish scoring drives.
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