Paul Finebaum predicts Oklahoma will fall out of top 25 this season

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Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Paul Finebaum predicts Oklahoma will fall out of top 25 this season
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ESPN analyst Paul Finebaum expressed doubts about the Oklahoma football team, predicting they will not finish in the top 25. The Sooners, ranked No. 10 in the preseason AP poll, are coming off a College Football Playoff appearance but face a challenging schedule. Finebaum highlighted tough matchups against teams like Michigan and Texas, alongside games against Ole Miss and Texas A&M. Oklahoma opens its season against UTEP on September 4.

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  • Oklahoma ranked No. 10 in preseason AP poll
  • Paul Finebaum predicts they will drop out of top 25
  • Challenging games against Michigan and Texas ahead
  • Oklahoma opens the season against UTEP on September 4
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  • 6:33 PMYahoo SportsPaul Finebaum has a bold prediction for Oklahoma football this season
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ESPN's Paul Finebaum has a rather fascinating prediction for Oklahoma this year.

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