Oklahoma Edges Out LSU in Hard-Fought Contest: Oklahoma 17, LSU 13

The Oklahoma Sooners emerged victorious over the LSU Tigers in a tightly contested regular season matchup, with the final score reading Oklahoma 17, LSU 13. The game, played on November 29, 2025, saw both teams battle fiercely, but ultimately, Oklahoma's offense proved to be the difference maker.

Key Individual Performances

Oklahoma quarterback John Mateer was instrumental in the Sooners' victory, throwing for an impressive 318 yards and two touchdowns on 23 of 38 passing attempts. His primary target was Isaiah Sategna, who had a dominant performance, racking up 121 receiving yards and a touchdown on 9 receptions. Deion Burks also contributed significantly, catching 4 passes for 61 yards and a touchdown. Tory Blaylock and Caden Durham led their respective teams in rushing yards, with Blaylock gaining 42 yards for Oklahoma and Durham matching that for LSU. For LSU, Michael Van Buren Jr. threw for 96 yards and a touchdown. On the defensive side, Kendal Daniels and Owen Heinecke each had 7 tackles for Oklahoma. Davhon Keys and A.J. Haulcy recorded 8 and 7 tackles respectively for LSU, leading their team's defensive efforts.

Turning Points

Several key plays shaped the outcome of this thrilling contest. In the 1st quarter, a punt by G. Miller traveled 52 yards, and the return by Zavion Thomas resulted in a gain of 6 yards for LSU. The Sooners’ defense then took a hit in the 2nd quarter when John Johnson rushed for a 3-yard loss. The momentum swung back and forth, as the game was filled with explosive plays. In the 3rd quarter, John Mateer connected with Deion Burks for a 45-yard touchdown pass, giving Oklahoma a crucial score. LSU's defense had a chance to answer back as in the 4th quarter, the Tigers' defense recovered a fumble by Johnson at the OU39. However, Oklahoma's offense responded with a 58-yard touchdown pass from Mateer to Sategna, putting the Sooners back in control. In the same quarter, a 47-yard kickoff return by Brian Brown for LSU gave the Tigers a chance to turn the game around. However, with the Sooners’ defense holding strong, the Tigers couldn’t capitalize on the opportunity.

Looking Ahead

Both the Oklahoma Sooners and the LSU Tigers will look to build on their performances. For Oklahoma, the victory provides a significant boost as they look to continue their season. The Sooners will need to rely on the arm of John Mateer and the receiving talents of Isaiah Sategna. LSU, despite the loss, showed resilience and will undoubtedly use this game as a learning experience. The Tigers will need to focus on their rushing attack and look to improve their passing game to enhance their chances of success in future matchups.

Oklahoma Edges Out LSU in Hard-Fought Contest: Oklahoma 17, LSU 13