Whether it’s a massacre of a lesser opponent or a statement win against a heavyweight in an early-season test, a season opener is often a way for a team to make a statement.
Out of camp and finally able to hit someone else, it shows the team’s growth from the previous year and their potential for success in the new season. While the main trademark of a great team is a continued progression throughout the season, it’s true you never get a second chance to make a first impression.
Here are the top five Sooner season opening performances since 2000.