Oklahoma-UTEP: Sooners Stock Report

No. 10 Oklahoma opened the 2026 season with a 51-0 shutout of UTEP, highlighted by an early surge and a fast start by quarterback John Mateer. The Sooners led by two touchdowns almost immediately after a three-and-out, and by halftime the advantage had grown to 27. Oklahoma’s tight ends and defense delivered key moments, while Mateer managed the offense without trying to do too much and the running game produced decisive results. Oklahoma attendance for Friday’s game was 84,315. Next Saturday, the Sooners travel to No. 16 Michigan for an 11 a.m. CT kickoff at Michigan Stadium, where more than 107,000 fans are expected.