Oklahoma vs. UTEP: Sooners Wire Staff Predictions
The Oklahoma Sooners open the season against the UTEP Miners on Friday night. The Sooners Wire staff predicts the outcome for Week 1.
Oklahoma Sooners kick off their 2026 college football season against the UTEP Miners on Friday. The Sooners, considered one of the most talented teams in the SEC, are favored to win their first game of the year. The staff at Sooners Wire predicts a blowout victory for the Sooners, with a final score of 45-3. The Sooners' experienced defense will likely dominate UTEP's inexperienced offense, particularly on the line of scrimmage.
The Sooners' running game, which scored 35 points against Illinois State at home last year, is expected to be a key factor in the win. The defense, led by John Mateer, will focus on forcing turnovers and suffocating the UTEP offense.
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