Oregon prepares for heat and early road kickoff against Oklahoma State
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 8, 2026, 6:27 PM
Last updated Sep 8, 2026

The Oregon Ducks are traveling to Stillwater, Oklahoma, to face Oklahoma State in a nonconference matchup scheduled for an 11 a.m. CDT kickoff. The game begins at 9 a.m. PDT for the visiting Ducks, presenting a logistical challenge regarding travel and the morning start time. Oklahoma is expected to reach temperatures above 90 degrees Fahrenheit with high humidity during the contest. Oregon coach Dan Lanning noted that the team must prioritize hydration and physical readiness to adapt to the environmental conditions. While Oregon carries a roster talent advantage over an Oklahoma State squad featuring 91 new players, the team aims to avoid a slow start similar to their performance against Boise State. This road test follows the Ducks' 69-3 victory over the Cowboys in Eugene last season.
- •Oregon faces Oklahoma State in a nonconference road game Saturday.
- •Kickoff is set for 11 a.m. local time in Stillwater.
- •Game-day temperatures are expected to exceed 90 degrees with humidity over 60%.
- •Oklahoma State features a roster with 91 new players under coach Eric Morris.
- •Oregon previously defeated Oklahoma State 69-3 in Eugene last season.
- 6:27 PMYahoo Sports — Oregon preparing for heat, 9 a.m. kickoff at Oklahoma State
"Before their first road game, the Oregon Ducks are preparing to battle not only Oklahoma State, but the intense heat and early start time.
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