Oklahoma's Season Finale Against LSU Decides Playoff Fate
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NORMAN, Okla. Oklahoma will clinch a College Football Playoff berth if it beats LSU in the regular-season finale this weekend, coach Brent Venables said. The No. 8 Sooners (9-2, 5-2 SEC) seek a victory that could secure a first-round home game; a loss would likely eliminate them. Oklahoma has beaten ranked Tennessee, Alabama and Missouri while being outgained in recent games, winning by a combined 19 points. LSU (7-4, 3-4) has been inconsistent after a midseason coaching change and lists quarterback Garrett Nussmeier as questionable. Media outlets published AP reports this week. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.
About this summary
This 60-second summary was prepared by the JQJO editorial team after reviewing 6 original reports from Medicine Hat News, Idaho State Journal, WHAS 11 Louisville, Beckley Register-Herald, CBS Sports and Daily Mail Online.
Timeline of Events
- Oklahoma defeated ranked Tennessee, Alabama and Missouri earlier in the season.
- Oklahoma posted a 9-2 overall record and 5-2 SEC record entering the finale.
- LSU experienced a midseason coaching change and produced inconsistent results (7-4, 3-4).
- LSU recorded narrow wins versus Arkansas and Western Kentucky late in the season.
- Oklahoma hosts LSU in the regular-season finale with CFP qualification at stake.
- Articles Published:
- 6
- Right Leaning:
- 1
- Left Leaning:
- 0
- Neutral:
- 5
- Distribution:
- Left 0%, Center 83%, Right 17%
If Oklahoma wins the finale, the university’s football program, athletic department revenue streams, broadcasters, and College Football Playoff organizers will benefit from increased visibility, ticket sales, and postseason revenue.
If Oklahoma loses, players, coaches, and the university will suffer lost playoff revenue, diminished rankings, and reduced national exposure.
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Oklahoma's Season Finale Against LSU Decides Playoff Fate
Medicine Hat News Idaho State Journal WHAS 11 Louisville Beckley Register-Herald CBS Sports
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