# Michigan upsets No. 11 Oklahoma 17-10 > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/oklahoma-and-michigan-college-football-matchup > Updated: 2026-09-12T23:00:00.000Z. Sources: 36. Developments: 7. Oklahoma and Michigan met at Michigan Stadium on September 12, 2026, in a matchup that followed Michigan’s controversial 13-12 win over Western Michigan. Entering the game, Oklahoma was a road favorite, with the SP+ model projecting a 27-20 victory for the Sooners. During the first half, Michigan established a 10-0 lead, highlighted by a 38-yard touchdown run from sophomore quarterback Bryce Underwood. Oklahoma quarterback John Mateer struggled early, completing only 7 of 16 passes for 52 yards, while linebacker Kip Lewis was forced to leave the game in the first quarter due to a knee injury. Betting interest was notably high, with Oklahoma being the most popular spread bet of the weekend. Michigan ultimately secured a 17-10 upset victory, driven by a defensive performance that held Oklahoma to 289 total yards and forced two turnovers, including a second-quarter fumble recovered by linebacker Troy Bowles and an interception by Jyaire Hill. Underwood contributed 87 rushing yards on 18 carries and a touchdown, while completing 9-of-17 passes for 111 yards. Defenders John Henry Daley and Dom Nichols also applied significant pressure on Mateer throughout the contest. Michigan head coach Kyle Whittingham noted that the heavy rushing approach was part of the game plan but emphasized the necessity of improving the passing game in the future. Whittingham also addressed recent speculation regarding Underwood’s job security, stating that the quarterback remains the team's starter. ## Claims - Oklahoma defeated UTEP 51-0 in their season opener. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Oklahoma is ranked No. 11 in the nation. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Michigan defeated Western Michigan 13-12 in their season opener. (corroborated by 2 sources) - The matchup will be televised nationally on FOX. (corroborated by 2 sources) - ESPN's FPI predicts Oklahoma has a 64.5 percent chance of defeating Michigan. (single source) - The game is scheduled for a kickoff at 11 a.m. CT on Saturday, Sept. 12. (single source) - Oklahoma holds an all-time 2-0 record against Michigan. (single source) - Oklahoma head coach Brent Venables stated that his players hold Michigan in high regard. (single source) - The SP+ model predicts Oklahoma will defeat Michigan with a score of 27-20. (single source) - The SP+ model gives Oklahoma a 67 percent chance of victory against Michigan. (single source) - The Ohio State vs. Texas football game will be broadcast on ABC. (single source) - The Ohio State vs. Texas game is scheduled for Saturday, September 12 at 7:30 p.m. ET. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-12: Michigan upsets No. 11 Oklahoma 17-10 behind Underwood's rushing Michigan defeated No. 11 Oklahoma 17-10, led by quarterback Bryce Underwood’s 87 rushing yards and a touchdown. The Wolverines' defense held the Sooners to 289 total yards. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/michigan-defeats-no-11-oklahoma-17-10-in-upset-victory ### 2026-09-10: Oklahoma Sooners face Michigan Wolverines at Michigan Stadium No. 11 Oklahoma faced Michigan in Ann Arbor on September 12, 2026. Michigan led 10-0 at halftime behind a Bryce Underwood touchdown run, while Oklahoma's John Mateer struggled in the early stages. 24 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/oklahoma-sooners-to-visit-michigan-stadium-for-highly-anticipated-matchup ### 2026-09-10: College football: Ohio State faces Texas as Oklahoma prepares for Michigan Top-ranked Ohio State faces Texas this Saturday, while the SP+ model predicts Oklahoma will defeat Michigan 27-20 in their upcoming college football matchup. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/college-football-ohio-state-faces-texas-as-oklahoma-prepares-for-michigan ### 2026-09-10: College football enters Week 2 following Week 1 controversies College football enters Week 2 following a controversial opening week marked by a disputed clock issue in the Michigan vs. Western Michigan game. Key upcoming matchups include Michigan vs. Oklahoma. 9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/college-football-faces-timing-controversy-following-michigan-game ### 2026-09-10: Oklahoma and Michigan prepare for Week 2 college football matchup Oklahoma and Michigan prepare for a Week 2 college football matchup, with betting markets focusing on Oklahoma's spread and individual player performance props. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/oklahoma-and-michigan-prepare-for-week-2-college-football-matchup ### 2026-09-08: Michigan and Oklahoma prepare for Week 2 matchup amid injury and performance concerns Michigan and Oklahoma prepare for a Week 2 matchup, with Michigan facing scrutiny over quarterback Bryce Underwood and Oklahoma managing injury concerns on their offensive line. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/michigan-and-oklahoma-prepare-for-week-2-matchup-amid-injury-and-performance-concerns ### 2026-09-08: Oklahoma faces Michigan in Week 2 college football matchup No. 10 Oklahoma enters as a 5.5-point favorite against No. 16 Michigan following a controversial replay error that allowed Michigan to secure a narrow win in their previous game. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/oklahoma-faces-michigan-in-week-2-college-football-matchup --- Cite as: Michigan upsets No. 11 Oklahoma 17-10. 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