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No. 5 Oklahoma breaks in backup QB, looks to stay sharp against struggling Kent State

NORMAN, Okla. (AP) — Oklahoma coach Brent Venables wants his Sooners to maintain the energy level that has carried them into the top five.

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No. 5 Oklahoma will see if it can focus during what appears to be a major mismatch at home against Kent State.

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KENS broke the news in 21 hours ago on Thursday, October 2, 2025.

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Backup QB Michael Hawkins Jr. starts after John Mateer’s surgery, facing a Kent State defense allowing 541.8 yards per game, the most nationally, Oklahoma coach said.