Taylor Tatum reminds why No. 1 running back ranking was earned: 'I'm just ready to roll from here on out'

(by Collin Kennedy) As Taylor Tatum took his first few carries in an Oklahoma uniform during the opener against Temple, ESPN play-by-play broadcaster Anish Shroff voiced a thought that likely crossed the mind of several. As the Sooners' freshman running back came into the game and burst upfield for a 19-yard gain, it was hard not to be in awe...read more from Sooners Illustrated

QB Jackson Arnold Enjoyed the 'Chemistry' Built With OC Seth Littrell in Oklahoma's Opener

(by Ryan Chapman) NORMAN — Seth Littrell had to search through plenty of foot traffic to find his target. After calling his second game in charge of Oklahoma’s offense, a 51-3 victory over Temple on Friday night, the OU co-offensive coordinator was looking for his quarterback. Jackson Arnold, who was making his first home start, was a popular...read more from Oklahoma Sooners on SI

Matthew Sluka spoils debut of Houston coach Willie Fritz as UNLV rolls past Cougars 27-7 in opener

(by AP) HOUSTON -- Matthew Sluka threw for 71 yards and two touchdowns and ran for 59 yards as UNLV beat Houston 27-7 Saturday night in the season opener for both teams and Willie Fritz’s first game as the Cougars’ coach. Sluka, who was 6-of-13 passing, threw touchdown passes of 13 and 24 yards to Jacob De Jesus in the first half as...read more from ESPN

Inside OU football WR Deion Burks' record-setting, 3-TD Sooners debut vs. Temple

(by Colton Sulley) NORMAN — Daniel Burks was elated as he exited the gates of Gaylord Family — Oklahoma Memorial Stadium Friday night. Daniel had just watched his son Deion, along with 83,329 fans, record six catches for 36 yards and three touchdowns in his OU debut after transferring from Purdue this past offseason. It was Daniel’s first time...read more from The Oklahoman

'He runs through trash': OU football's Taylor Tatum scores in first game, capitalizes on fourth quarter opportunity

(by Gracie Rawlings) As Taylor Tatum hit the ground at Gaylord Family - Oklahoma Memorial Stadium, the impact symbolized the start of his new reality. The sting of the tackle was fleeting, but the magnitude of the moment stayed with Tatum long after he walked off the field on Friday. “The stadium feels even bigger when you are in it,” Tatum said...read more from the OU Daily

Seth Littrell isn't 'very patient,' but OU offense may require some after up-and-down debut

(by Tom Green) NORMAN — Seth Littrell doesn't consider patience to be among his virtues, yet it's one that may be necessary when it comes to Oklahoma's offense in his first year as offensive coordinator at his alma mater. No. 16 Oklahoma's offense was uneven at times during the team's 51-3 season-opening win against Temple on Friday night...read more from Sooners Illustrated

OU 51, Temple 3: Takeaways from the Pro Football Focus data

(by Jesse Crittenden) NORMAN — Oklahoma, as expected, had no issues in its 51-3 win over Temple on Friday. But even more importantly, the Sooners now have film to breakdown. The win marked the first real glimpse at how the coaching staff has evaluated players on both sides of the ball. While the Sooners will have much stiffer tests the...read more from the OUInsider

Oklahoma DC Zac Alley's Debut Was a Success, But That Wasn't the Fun Part

(by John E. Hoover) NORMAN — Oklahoma’s new defensive coordinator had quite the debut on Friday night. His players dominated Temple in a 51-3 route. The Sooners nearly pitched a shutout, allowed less than 200 total yards, had six takeaways, six quarterback sacks and nine tackles for loss. And that wasn’t even the fun part. After head coach...read more from Oklahoma Sooners on SI

Social Media reacts to Sooners 51-3 win over Temple

(by John Williams) The Oklahoma Sooners opened the 2024 college football season with a 51-3 win over the Temple Owls. It was a strong performance by the defense. They forced six turnovers and held the Owls to under two yards per carry on the ground. The Oklahoma Sooners opened the 2024 college football season with a 51-3 win over...read more from the Sooners Wire

'Things went like we hoped it would go': What Brent Venables said postgame after OU's win over Temple

(by Gracie Rawlings) No. 16 Oklahoma (1-0) defeated Temple (0-1) 51-3 on Friday in Norman. Here is what head coach Brent Venables said after the game: Opening statement: “Good win for our guys. Really proud of all their work and their effort over the last several weeks and months to get to this moment. We got a chance to win 51-3...read more from the OU Daily

Oklahoma Sooners center Branson Hickman down in first quarter against Temple

(by Sam Fariss) Former SMU star offensive lineman turned Oklahoma Sooner Branson Hickman was projected to be a star for the OU offense. With Hickman at center, the Sooners went up 7-0 against the Temple Owls in their season opener. However, on the Sooners' second drive of the game, Hickman went down. As the center, Hickman is tasked...read more from the Saturday Blitz

Oklahoma Football: DC Zac Alley Temple postgame


Oklahoma Sooners defensive coordinator Zac Alley meets the press after OU's 51-3 victory over Temple on Friday, Aug. 30, 2024...from John Hoover Media

Oklahoma Football: OC Seth Littrell Temple postgame


Oklahoma Sooners offensive coordinator Seth Littrell meets the press after OU's 51-3 victory over Temple on Friday, Aug. 30, 2024...from John Hoover Media

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Oklahoma debuts Toby Keith tribute, sings 'Courtesy Of The Red, White And Blue' entering 4th quarter

(by Nick Schultz) Friday night, Oklahoma debuted its newest tradition. After the third quarter against Temple, the lights went out and the fans sang along to “Courtesy of the Red, White and Blue” as a tribute to the late Toby Keith. OU announced the singalong tribute would take place throughout the season, starting with the opener against Temple...read more from On3.com

Brent Venables Announces Oklahoma WR Jalil Farooq Will Miss 6-8 Weeks, Plus More Injury Updates

(by Dekota Gregory) Oklahoma will be without another wide receiver. OU head coach Brent Venables announced Friday night after the Sooners’ season-opening 51-3 win against Temple that receiver Jalil Farooq will miss 6-8 weeks with a right foot injury. Venables said Farooq will need surgery to put a screw in the foot, and it’s the same foot that...read more from Oklahoma Sooners on SI

OU football report card vs Temple: How Sooners graded out against Owls in season opener

(by Joe Mussatto) NORMAN — The Sooner Schooner had a red underglow as the ponies made their loop between the third and fourth quarters. The souped-up wagon brought new meaning to Friday Night Lights in Norman. Hosting a Friday night game for the first time in history, OU walloped Temple 51-3 in the 2024 season opener. Let’s get to...read more from The Oklahoman

Oklahoma Football: Brent Venables Postgame press conference


Oklahoma Sooners football coach Brent Venables meets the press after OU's 51-3 victory over the Temple Owls on Friday, Aug. 30, 2024...from John Hoover Media

OU football vs Temple takeaways: Jackson Arnold's strong start, defense carry Sooners

(by Ryan Aber) NORMAN — Jackson Arnold had a strong home debut as OU’s starting quarterback, and the Sooners’ defense had a strong first game. Arnold threw four touchdown passes to lead the 16th-ranked Sooners to a 51-3 win over Temple on Friday night at Gaylord Family — Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. The Sooners have won eight...read more from The Oklahoman

Stingy defense leads Sooners to 51-3 win over Temple Owls

(by John Williams) The Oklahoma Sooners took care of business in their 51-3 win over the Temple Owls. On a night when OU honored the 1974 and 1975 national championship teams, squads that had great defenses, OU’s defense led the way for the Sooners, forcing six turnovers. Temple took the opening kick, but couldn’t create much before going three and out...read more from the Sooners Wire

SEC Football Reaction: Oklahoma HAMMERS Temple, Saturday Preview, More


Chris Lee and Blake Lovell share their reaction to the Friday action in Week 1 in SEC football with thoughts on Oklahoma's win against Temple. Plus, they preview the Saturday matchups and discuss the top storylines entering a huge slate of games. .from Southeastern 16

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