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Major Week 1 college football game potentially in jeopardy due to incoming hurricane
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Oklahoma and Tulane’s season-opener is reportedly in jeopardy as Hurricane Ida makes its way toward New Orleans.
The Sooners are currently scheduled to play in New Orleans on Sept. 4 as part of a series with Tulane.
OU athletic director Joe Castiglione released a statement on Friday evening saying the game is still on as-scheduled, but the programs are also considering contingency plans.
“First and foremost, our concern is with any and all those in the path of the storm,” Castiglione said in-part. “We are praying for everyone’s safety. At this time, the game slated for Saturday, September 4, is still on as planned. However, both universities are considering contingencies should post-storm conditions warrant.”
Statement regarding Hurricane Ida and potential impact on the Tulane football game: pic.twitter.com/VxRbgu4rre
— Oklahoma Sooners (@OU_Athletics) August 28, 2021
The storm is currently expected to reach the gulf shores this weekend. It is now classified as a Category 4 hurricane, according to the National Weather Service.
It’s currently unclear if the game could be moved to Norman or another location.
Spenser is the news manager at Saturday Road and covers college football across all Saturday Football brands.