Sooners vs UTEP: Tone Setter or Trap? | Tulsa News

Oklahoma’s top-ranked Sooners open their season with a high-stakes showdown against underdog UTEP, aiming to set the tone for a championship run after a playoff exit last year. With key defensive returns and new offensive firepower led by Jason Witten, OU seeks to fix their run game and play mistake-free football under Coach Venables. Meanwhile, UTEP, fresh in a new conference and stacked with newcomers, brings grit and no pressure — coach Scotty Walden knows they’re not favorites, but his team won’t quit. Despite Oklahoma’s historic dominance in this rivalry, the Sooners aren’t taking UTEP lightly, respecting their fight and passion. This game is more than just a win — it’s about proving they’re ready to dominate from day one. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/9ccde7065cf97565