Sooners' Brent Venables' message to his team: 'Don't lose confidence'

When a team suffers an early setback like Oklahoma did against Michigan, their confidence can be shaken. However, in college football, it's crucial not to dwell on the loss, but rather to regroup and prepare for the next challenge. New Mexico, while not a household name, is a tough opponent. They've won nine games in the past season and are riding a 2-0 start, boasting one of the best defenses in college football.

They're set to visit Norman this weekend, aiming to claim victory. At a press conference, head coach Brent Venables discussed the team's post-game analysis. Venables noted that they reviewed the Michigan game footage, focusing particularly on the offensive plays. He emphasized the need to discern whether the mistakes were due to the opposition or if they were the result of basic fundamental errors.

Venables stressed the importance of maintaining confidence in the team's abilities. This doesn't mean Oklahoma should disregard Michigan's shortcomings; rather, they need to improve their offensive line, sustain drives better, and eliminate the recurring fundamental mistakes that leave them behind. The upcoming game against New Mexico provides Oklahoma with a chance to demonstrate both what went wrong and how they've learned from it.