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UTEP falls 51-0 to Oklahoma in 2026 season opener
Summary by The El Paso Editorial Desk Jesus Baltazar , as published by KTSM 9 News (NBC)
· September 5, 2026
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Key points Oklahoma quarterback John Mateer had a notable performance, passing for 225 yards and three touchdowns. UTEP football suffered a significant loss in their season opener, falling 51-0 to the Oklahoma Sooners.
UTEP football suffered a significant loss in their season opener, falling 51-0 to the Oklahoma Sooners. The game was played at Gaylord Family - Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Oklahoma quarterback John Mateer had a notable performance, passing for 225 yards and three touchdowns. He completed 11-of-17 passes, connecting with several teammates, including Rocky Beers and Isaiah Sategna III.
The game took place on Friday, Sep. 4. Further details about the matchup are available from the source.
The outcome of the game marks a challenging start to the season for UTEP football.
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Category: Local Published: September 5, 2026 Source: KTSM 9 News (NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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