Oklahoma suffered a heavy defeat against South Carolina, losing 35-9, after a disastrous start with three turnovers leading to a 21-0 deficit within the first five minutes. Michael Hawkins Jr. struggled significantly, resulting in his replacement by Jackson Arnold, who burned his redshirt eligibility with this appearance. Despite Arnold's entry, Oklahoma's offense continued to falter, raising concerns about the team's overall performance and coaching strategies. South Carolina capitalized on Oklahoma's mistakes, showcasing a strong run game and defensive prowess, particularly from DE Kyle Kennard. This loss follows a previous blowout defeat to Texas, further intensifying scrutiny on Oklahoma's coaching staff and their ability to turn around the team's offensive struggles. The Sooners' current record stands at 4-3, marking a challenging start to their inaugural SEC season.