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Brent Venables Says in Some Big Ways, New QB Bowe Bentley Compares to an Oklahoma Legend

Oklahoma landed its quarterback of the future on Wednesday, and coach Brent Venables tossed out a name from the past that should fire the imagination of Sooner Nation. Bowe Bentley is a consensus 4-star QB from Celina, TX.

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Reflecting on Oklahoma’s 2025 Recruiting Class One Year Later

As Oklahoma prepares to welcome part of its 2026 recruiting class on Early National Signing Day, it’s worth looking back on how many players from the Class of 2025 have already made an impact for the Sooners.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / December 3

Track Who Oklahoma Has Signed in the 2026 Early Signing Period

Follow along as Oklahoma puts pen to paper on its 2026 recruiting class during the Early Signing Period. This real-time tracker features every official signee, and it will be updated as the Early Signing Period progresses.

John Mateer News / A to Z Sports / December 3

Sooners OC Ben Arbuckle lays out plan to maximize John Mateer for College Football Playoff run

The Oklahoma Sooners have punched their ticket to the College Football Playoff, and all that's left is to see whether they will host a game in the first round and who their opponent will be.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Heartland Sports / December 3

The Sooners’ second-half surge was built on strength, defense, and control — not just shooting

By the time Oklahoma left Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum on Tuesday night, the scoreboard told one story. The floor told another. Yes, the Sooners…

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / December 2

Oklahoma Remains in Position to Host a First-Round CFP Matchup in New Rankings

Ahead of this weekend’s conference title games, Oklahoma is still in a spot to host a game in the College Football Playoff. The Sooners checked in at No.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / December 2

Oklahoma OC Ben Arbuckle Looks to Unlock Explosive Potential for Playoff Run

As the groans began to rise in volume following John Mateer's third interception against LSU, Ben Arbuckle kept holding faith that the Bayou Bengals would present him with another chance.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / December 2

Why Oklahoma Deserves a Spot in the College Football Playoff

The No. 8 Oklahoma Sooners (10-2) are among the most intriguing teams in the College Football Playoff. The Sooners are firmly in contention to make the playoff for the first time since 2019, having secured four consecutive victories to close out the season.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / December 2

Five Oklahoma Players Whose Stock Rose in the Second Half of the Regular Season

A season that once seemed to be going in the wrong direction quickly changed trajectories. The Sooners rattled off four wins in a row to finish the regular season 10-2 overall and 6-2 in SEC play.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Last Word On Sports / December 2

Early 2026 NFL Draft Profile: R Mason Thomas, EDGE, Oklahoma

R Mason Thomas was one of the most impactful defensive players for the Oklahoma Sooners in 2024. With high expectations headed into the season, Mason finished top-ten in the SEC with 6.5 sacks for the second straight season.

Febechi Nwaiwu News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / December 2

How Oklahoma OL Febechi Nwaiwu's Leadership Shined in Sooners' Win vs. LSU

Febechi Nwaiwu didn’t look like someone starting his first game at center since high school in Oklahoma’s win against LSU on Saturday. Nwaiwu, who typically plays at the right guard spot, filled in at center for Jake Maikkula, who missed the LSU game with an infection, per OU coach Brent Venables.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / December 2

Oklahoma Sooners are part of a trend that's not going their way with recent moves impacting their 2026 recruiting class

The Oklahoma Sooners have been making a ton of moves with their 2026 recruiting class. Now, some of that has been good, and some has not. They're flipping players left and right, but they've also lost a few players to decommitments over the last few weeks.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / December 1

Where Did Former Oklahoma Stars Land After the AUSL Expansion Draft?

Patty Gasso’s fingerprints were all over the Athletes Unlimited Softball League Expansion Draft on Monday night. Ahead of the new AUSL season, the addition

John Mateer News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / December 1

Oklahoma OC Ben Arbuckle Stands by John Mateer Despite Frustration, Eyes Upcoming Prep

Ben Arbuckle's confidence has never wavered with his quarterback. He and John Mateer have been attached at the hip since their days at Washington State.

Oklahoma Sooners News / A to Z Sports / December 1

Sooners have quickly made up for what they just lost, and it's going to come at a better time than before

Earlier this week, as soon as Lane Kiffin took the job to be the head coach of the LSU Tigers, former Oklahoma Sooners commit Brayden Allen decommitted.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / December 1

Oklahoma Adds Another 2026 Defensive Commitment

Oklahoma's 2026 recruiting momentum didn't exactly slow Monday, even after the decommitment of defensive lineman T-Ron Richardson earlier in the day. The Sooners added three-star linebacker Kristan Moore to the class two days before players are allowed to begin signing.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / December 1

Oklahoma Gains Commitment from Class of 2027 Running Back

Running back Keldrid Ben, a prospect in the Class of 2027 from Montgomery, TX, committed to Oklahoma on Monday. Ben announced his pledge with the Sooners on X (formerly Twitter).

Oklahoma Sooners News / A to Z Sports / December 1

Lane Kiffin is the cause behind one of the Oklahoma Sooners' most recent decommitted recruits just before Early Signing Day

The Oklahoma Sooners have been a flipping machine when it comes to their 2026 recruiting class. When you think they're done, the Sooners flip one more recruit.

Brent Venables News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / December 1

Oklahoma’s Brent Venables Builds Foundation for Resurgence with 10-2 Season

After Oklahoma’s regular season finale loss to LSU in 2024, Brent Venables, in his third year as head coach, addressed the media and praised the foundation the program had built up to that point.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / November 30

Sunday Offering: Oklahoma Hosts Several High-Priority Targets at LSU Game

Oklahoma capped off its regular season with a 17-13 win against LSU to improve to 10-2. The Sooners, No. 8 in the College Football Playoff rankings, sealed their spot in the CFP with Saturday’s victory.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Heartland Sports / November 30

One Night, One Throw, One Big Step for Oklahoma

For a year, the pressure around Brent Venables had been relentless. A 6–7 season at Oklahoma doesn’t simply frustrate a fan base — it ignites…

Jaren Kanak News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / November 30

Oklahoma TE Jaren Kanak on Clinching College Football Playoff Spot: 'It's Surreal'

Jaren Kanak didn’t find the end zone in his last-ever regular-season game at Oklahoma Memorial Stadium, but his contributions went a long way in the Sooners’ win.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / November 30

Oklahoma's 2027 Class Continues to Build Momentum with New WR Commit from Alabama

With each win on the field in 2025, the Oklahoma Sooners have built momentum for their strong recruiting class in 2027. Yesterday, OU earned a commitment from four-star edge rusher Krew Jones, the No.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / November 30

Oklahoma Closes Regular Season in Great Position in the Polls

Oklahoma must wait until next Sunday to officially see where it lands on the College Football Playoff bracket, but both the AP Poll and Coaches Poll believe the Sooners have done enough to hold onto their spot as a host. Following Saturday’s gritty 17-13 win over LSU, OU stayed put at No.

LSU Tigers vs. Oklahoma Sooners prediction: Who wins, and why?

Oklahoma, or more accurately its tough defense, has put itself back on the right side of the College Football Playoff picture, but with two losses, there is no room for error as they host LSU in the regular season finale game on Saturday.