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Oklahoma Coach Stays Confident Despite Texas Loss

10/15/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Oklahoma head coach Brent Venables said after the loss to Texas, "We had a bad game, but we're still a really good football team."
Venables acknowledged the challenges of competing in the SEC, contrasting them with his experiences in the Big 12.
South Carolina is 3-3 after a loss to LSU.
ESPN’s SP+ projects Oklahoma to win 27-18.
Kickoff is at 12:45 PM ET on Saturday.

History

Historical Context

In July 2021, Oklahoma and Texas announced their intent to join the Southeastern Conference (SEC), seeking enhanced competition and media exposure. The SEC, established in 1932, has grown to 16 members, with the addition of these schools set for 2024. This shift reflects ongoing NCAA conference realignment trends, impacting recruiting and team dynamics in college football.

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Story summary

Oklahoma head coach Brent Venables said after the loss to Texas, "We had a bad game, but we're still a really good football team."
Venables acknowledged the challenges of competing in the SEC, contrasting them with his experiences in the Big 12.
South Carolina is 3-3 after a loss to LSU.
ESPN’s SP+ projects Oklahoma to win 27-18.
Kickoff is at 12:45 PM ET on Saturday.

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