Associated Press Assignment: Oklahoma vs. UTEP Football

Oklahoma running back Lloyd Avant (9) celebrates after making a touchdown against UTEP during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Norman, Okla., Friday, Sept. 4, 2026. (AP Photo/Alonzo Adams)

I photographed No. 10 Oklahoma’s 2026 season opener against UTEP on Friday, September 4, at Gaylord Family Oklahoma Memorial Stadium in Norman for The Associated Press.

Oklahoma opened the season with a 51–0 victory, with quarterback John Mateer throwing three touchdown passes and wide receiver Isaiah Sategna III making an immediate impact on offense and special teams.

My Associated Press coverage from the game included Oklahoma players John Mateer, Isaiah Sategna III, Lloyd Avant and Rocky Beers. Images from the assignment were published with AP’s coverage of the game and are available through The Associated Press for editorial licensing and distribution.

Photography: Alonzo Adams / The Associated Press

Read the full game story and view the AP photo coverage on AP News.