# Oklahoma Sooners Lose to Kentucky

> Oklahoma's defense fails in 21-13 loss to Kentucky as QB Mateer throws three picks.
- Title: Oklahoma Sooners Lose to Kentucky · Oklahoma Sooners On SI
- Summary: Oklahoma's defense fails in 21-13 loss to Kentucky as QB Mateer throws three picks. Oklahoma lost 21-13 to Kentucky after quarterback John Mateer threw three…
- Keywords: oklahoma, kentucky, john mateer, sooner defense, quarterback, interceptions, kentucky wildcats, oklahoma memorial stadium, seattle, nfl, sports, Sooners
- Source: Oklahoma Sooners On SI — https://si.com/college/oklahoma/football/oklahoma-kentucky-stock-report-who-s-up-who-s-down-for-ou-01m564m2gqpb
- Published: 2026-10-18T02:51:42+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: oklahoma, kentucky, john mateer, sooner defense, quarterback, interceptions, kentucky wildcats, oklahoma memorial stadium, seattle, nfl, sports
## Game Result
Oklahoma lost 21-13 to Kentucky in a game with few possessions.
## Quarterback Performance
John Mateer threw three interceptions and was sacked five times.
## Kentucky's Win
Kentucky won its fifth straight game with clutch plays late.
## Oklahoma's Record
Oklahoma falls to 3-3 overall and 1-2 in SEC play.
## Texas Hangover
Oklahoma played sluggish after emotional win over Texas.
## First Half
Kentucky scored first with a touchdown drive and a 7-0 lead.
## Oklahoma's Scoring
Oklahoma scored a 10-7 halftime lead with a 20-yard touchdown.
## Second Half
Oklahoma punted early and Kentucky scored a 14-13 lead.
## Fourth Quarter
Kentucky won 21-13 with two interceptions by Mateer.
## Oklahoma's Next Game
Oklahoma visits Mississippi State next week.
## Isaiah Sategna
Sategna caught four passes in first half for 23 yards.
## Manny Choice
Choice caught three passes for 70 yards in first half.
## Jake Kreul
Kreul had six tackles, 2.5 sacks and three tackles for loss.
## Jacob Ulrich
Ulrich was intercepted on field goal fake play.
## Offensive Line
Oklahoma offensive line gave up five sacks.
## Quarterback Mateer
Mateer completed 24-of-40 passes for 270 yards with one TD.
## Key takeaway

Oklahoma lost 21-13 to Kentucky after quarterback John Mateer threw three interceptions and was sacked five times.