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Sooners Kick Off 2026 vs. UTEP on SEC Network+
4 Sep
Summary
- Oklahoma's 2026 season opener against UTEP airs exclusively on SEC Network+.
- The Sooners, ranked No. 10, host UTEP on Friday, September 4th at 8 p.m. ET.
- John Mateer returns to lead Oklahoma's offense after a strong 2025 season.
Oklahoma's highly anticipated 2026 football season commences this Friday, September 4th, with a home matchup against UTEP. Kickoff is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET at Memorial Stadium in Norman.
Fans looking to watch the Sooners' season opener will need to access SEC Network+ via the ESPN app, as the game will not be televised on a traditional channel. This broadcast method allows for streaming of college sports events.
The Sooners, ranked No. 10 nationally, are building on a successful 2025 season that concluded with a College Football Playoff appearance. Quarterback John Mateer returns to guide Oklahoma's offense after a productive year throwing for 2,885 yards and rushing for 431 yards. They are set to face a UTEP squad that finished with a 2-10 record last season.
This opener is the first of several challenges for Oklahoma, with a trip to Michigan on the horizon next weekend. The team aims to start their campaign on a strong note.
