ESPN believes this true freshman defensive lineman is a sleeper
(by John Williams) The Oklahoma Sooners have a number of players that could have a breakout season in 2024. Among Sooners freshmen, David Stone and Jayden Jackson have gotten a lot of love this offseason. But it’s another freshman that’s garnered the attention of ESPN’s David Hale. ESPN’s college football analysts picked one player they...read more from the Sooners Wire
Biggest storylines for OU at SEC Media Days
(by Jesse Crittenden) The marquee media event that signals the start of football season is here. Oklahoma heads to Dallas for SEC Media Days next week, marking the Sooners' first appearance after 25 years in the Big 12. SEC Media Days (July 15-18) begins on Monday and runs through Thursday, with the Sooners appearing on Tuesday...read more from the OUInsider
Oklahoma 5-star OL Target Michael Fasusi Reveals Top Five Schools, Commitment Date
(by Randall Sweet) On Friday afternoon, Oklahoma received big news on the recruiting trail. Lewisville (TX) standout and 5-star offensive lineman Michael Fasusi announced his top five schools and his commitment date, including the Sooners in his list. On August 21, Fasusi will choose between OU, Oregon, Missouri, Texas A&M and Texas...read more from AllSooners
Oklahoma Portal Preview: Projecting the Newcomers' Impact on Offense
(by Ryan Chapman) The Sooners filled key holes on the offense through the transfer portal this offseason as Brent Venables' team prepares to take on the SEC in 2024. With SEC Media Days kicking off next week and fall camp right around the corner, Sooners on SI projected the potential impact of Oklahoma’s new faces on offense that were added this past...read more from AllSooners
SoonerScoop podcast: OU football just around the corner
(by Bob Przybylo) You want to know a way to realize OU is not in the Big 12 anymore? Big 12 media days in Las Vegas this week, and strangely enough, nothing to do. The Unofficial 40 podcast from SoonerScoop tackles that issue and a whole lot more this week. But hey, we’re less than a week away from talking season for OU, too. SEC Media Days will be...listen to padcast from the SoonerScoop
Sooners unveil new recruiting model, led by GM Curtis Lofton
(by Tarik Masri) Last month, the University of Oklahoma Board of Regents approved a new title for football staffer Curtis Lofton — general manager. It was a brand-new position for the program, but also part of a growing trend around the country. General managers often have different roles depending on the school and it was unclear what Lofton’s job would entail...read more from The Norman Transcript
Position group overview: Tight end
(by Jesse Crittenden) Heading into 2024, it feels like there's considerable upside in the Sooners' tight end room. It's a different vibe than what the Sooners got in 2023. Generating production from the tight end room last season was a struggle. The Sooners' tight ends combined for 20 receptions, 252 yards and two touchdowns last season...read more from the OUInsider
Oklahoma Sooners All-Time Record vs. SEC teams
(by John Williams) The SEC is home to some of the most storied programs in college football. Although many of these programs have been around for 100 years or more, the Oklahoma Sooners haven’t had many opportunities against their new conference foes. Removing former Big 12 (and Big 8) opponents Texas, Texas A&M, and Missouri from the mix...read more from the Sooners Wire
College Football expert says it all starts up front for Oklahoma's offense
(by John Williams) It’s been an offseason of transition for the Oklahoma Sooners. A new quarterback, new coordinators, and a new conference have highlighted much of the change that is being experienced in Norman. But at no spot is turnover more deeply felt than along the offensive line. Gone are Tyler Guyton, Walter Rouse, Andrew Raym, and...read more from the Sooners Wire
Oklahoma working with former Eagles executive Jake Rosenberg on salary cap, revenue sharing
(by Pete Nakos) With athletic directors spending the summer figuring out what revenue sharing will look like, Oklahoma is turning to a former NFL executive for assistance. ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported Thursday morning that the Sooners are working with former Philadelphia Eagles executive Jake Rosenberg. Viewed as one of Philadelphia general manager...read more from On3.com
2024 Oklahoma football position preview: Wide receiver Deion Burks
(by Brandon Self) Few transfers make an immediate impact, as wide receiver Deion Burks made on Sooner Nation. Burks exploded onto the scene in Norman this past spring in the Red-White game. The Purdue transfer had 5 receptions for 174 yards (34.8 avg) and two touchdowns. Both scores showcased Deion Burks's big play ability as they were...read more from Stormin' in Norman
Which game on OU football's schedule deserves the most attention?
(by James D. Jackson) With the release of EA Sports NCAA Football 2025 approaching, I've been asked a few questions about the Oklahoma Sooners and how players should approach their season. But one question really stumped me and had me thinking for a few days. So, I thought, why not ask the Sooners Illustrated VIP subscribers?...read more from Soonerws Illustrated
Look for tight end position to play bigger part in OU's offense in 2024 and after
(by Chip Rouse) Historically, the tight end position has played a prime contributing role in the Oklahoma offense. In the 2023 season, however, play from the tight ends was highly inconsistent and not up to normal standards. To begin with, there wasn't much roster depth at the tight-end spot. With Austin Stogner returning as a transfer from...read more from Stormin' in Norman
Will OU Still Play Michigan in '25/'26? | SEC Moving to Nine Game Schedule???
Where does Danny Stutsman rank among the best players in the SEC?
(by John Williams) The Oklahoma Sooners have put together a defense that could be one of the best in the country in 2024. Brent Venables and his staff have recruited well over the last three cycles and made timely additions in the transfer portal. But one of the bigger stories this offseason was the return of Danny Stutsman and Billy Bowman who looked like...read more from the Sooners Wire
Will Oklahoma eclipse the 7.5 win total set for 2024?
(by Bryan Clinton) In a little over six weeks, the Oklahoma football program will embark on a new journey that will take them all throughout the southeastern portion of the country. The inaugural trek through the SEC provides the Sooners with a unique challenge. OU, one of the most storied traditions in college football, will now look to assert itself as a power in...read more from the OUInsider
Former Oklahoma DB Jeremiah Criddell returns as assistant cornerbacks coach
(by Parker Thune) Jeremiah Criddell couldn't stay away long. After departing the Oklahoma staff last March, he's coming back to the place that served as the original launchpad for his promising coaching career. The Sooners have finalized Criddell's hiring as assistant cornerbacks coach, a move that's been unofficially official for some time. He rejoined...read more from the OUInsider
As SEC adds Oklahoma and Texas, survey says Sooners won't be a mere sidekick
(by Mike Strange) In 2012, Missouri left the Midwest and came to the Southeastern Conference in a package with the coveted prize, Texas A&M. In 2024, would it be fair to cast Oklahoma in the same role, mocking geography and being invited to the SEC as megastar Texas’ sidekick? Not really. Sooners football doesn’t arrive in peak form...read more from the Knoxville News Sentinel
SEC media day attendees, schedule announced
(by Staff) Oklahoma will be represented by Danny Stutsman, Billy Bowman and Jackson Arnold at next week’s SEC football media days. The four-day event will be held in Dallas for the first time ever ahead of Oklahoma and Texas’ inaugural season in the Southeastern Conference. The Sooners will speak to the media inside the Omni Hotel on Tuesday...read more from The Norman Transcript
ESPN's Paul Finebaum says Lincoln Riley's days at USC are numbered
(by Chip Rouse) There was a widespread belief that former Oklahoma head coach Lincoln Riley left his position his comfortable position at OU three seasons ago because he feared that the fun ride and glory would be over for the Sooners when they went to the SEC. Riley sought out greener pastures (pun intended), leaving the plains of Oklahoma...read more from Stormin' in Norman
