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The kickoff time for the OU-Michigan 2026 matchup has been announced as 11 a.m.

The Sooners defeated the Wolverines 24-13 in Norman in 2025, guided by three touchdowns from redshirt senior quarterback John Mateer. The game marked the first time OU had faced Michigan since a 14-6 win over the Wolverines in the 1975 national championship. 

The 2026 matchup will be broadcasted on FOX.

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