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Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / December 30

How Can Oklahoma’s Defensive Line Remain Strong Despite Notable Departures?

Oklahoma’s defensive line will look much different in 2026. Sooners defensive ends R Mason Thomas and Marvin Jones Jr. and defensive tackles Gracen Halton and Damonic Williams all played their final college games on Dec.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Heartland Sports / December 30

Sooners’ Depth Emerges in Non-Conference Finale

Blowouts are supposed to be forgettable. They’re supposed to be the games you glance at the box score, nod at the margin, and immediately move…

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / December 29

Oklahoma Routs MVSU in Non-Conference Finale Behind Freshman's Hot Hand

The Sooners extended their winning streak in their final non-conference game of the 2025-26 season. Oklahoma overcame a slow start to comfortably defeat Mississippi Valley State 93-69 on Monday.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / December 29

These Five Players Could Fuel an Oklahoma Return to the CFP in 2026

In the offseason, everyone is going undefeated and every player is going to improve. That’s always the hope. If you have a freshman who was thrust into heavy playing time in their initial season, chances are that their sophomore year will lead to bigger and better things.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / December 29

Oklahoma Set to Lose Veteran Offensive Lineman to Transfer Portal per Report

Another veteran piece of Oklahoma’s offensive line appears to be on the search for a new home. Center Troy Everett is expected to enter the transfer portal

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / December 29

Oklahoma's Defensive Ends Were Among the Best in the Country in 2025

With Oklahoma’s 2025 season fully in the rearview, Sooners on SI is handing out position-by-position grades for every area of the team, continuing today with the defensive ends.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / December 29
Oklahoma Legend, Star NFL Lineman Suffers Injury on Sunday Night Football

Oklahoma Legend, Star NFL Lineman Suffers Injury on Sunday Night Football

San Francisco 49ers and former Oklahoma offensive lineman Trent Williams exited Sunday’s game against the Chicago Bears early with a hamstring injury. Williams appeared to suffer his injury on a play in which 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy threw a pick-six on the game’s first play from scrimmage.

College Football News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / December 28
Four New Head Coaches Add Uncertainty to Oklahoma’s Already Tough 2026 Slate

Four New Head Coaches Add Uncertainty to Oklahoma’s Already Tough 2026 Slate

No, the Oklahoma Sooners won't be playing the Iron Bowl participants in 2026, or head to Death Valley at night. But, make no mistake, OU's 2026 slate appears to be another difficult one to navigate.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / December 28
Sooners should drop everything they're doing and get ready to offer elite transfer portal player who's local to Oklahoma

Sooners should drop everything they're doing and get ready to offer elite transfer portal player who's local to Oklahoma

The Oklahoma Sooners don't necessarily need another running back for the 2026 season. Well, that is the assumption before anything happens in the crazy transfer portal, which opens up on Jan.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / December 28

Oklahoma’s Recruiting, Retention Efforts Shining Through to End Calendar Year

On the field, Oklahoma had its best season since the COVID-19 pandemic in 2025. The Sooners went 10-2 in the regular season and reached the College Football Playoff for the first time since 2019, losing to No.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / December 28

Oklahoma's Offensive Line Delivered Mixed Results in 2025

With Oklahoma’s 2025 season fully in the rearview, Sooners on SI is handing out position-by-position grades for every area of the team, starting today

Brent Venables News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / December 27

Brent Venables' 2026 Resolutions for Oklahoma's Journey Back to the CFP

New year, new me — well, maybe not new, just a sharper version of what you’ve already seen. Brent Venables tenure up to the beginning of the season was fraught with questions.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / December 27
Sooners promising freshman defender is set to transfer out when the portal opens Jan. 2

Sooners promising freshman defender is set to transfer out when the portal opens Jan. 2

The NCAA transfer portal officially opens on Jan. 2. It closes on Jan. 16. However, players are already being reported as expected to enter the portal, and some Oklahoma Sooners are among them.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / December 26

Oklahoma to Lose Freshman Defensive Back to Transfer Portal per Report

A young Oklahoma defensive back is headed to the transfer portal.  Safety Marcus Wimberly will enter the portal when it opens on Jan. 2, On3’s Hayes Fawcett

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / December 26

Oklahoma's Top Five Retention Targets for 2026

If the Oklahoma Sooners are going to put together Brent Venables' first back-to-back string of winning seasons as head coach, they will need to retain a handful of players to their roster.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / December 26
Who Could Oklahoma Look to Add at Linebacker in the Transfer Portal?

Who Could Oklahoma Look to Add at Linebacker in the Transfer Portal?

One major area of need that Oklahoma will have to address this offseason comes at linebacker.  Kobie McKinzie will enter the transfer portal when it opens on Jan.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / December 26
Former Oklahoma Stars Look to Solidify NFL Playoff Spots in Week 17

Former Oklahoma Stars Look to Solidify NFL Playoff Spots in Week 17

Only two weeks remain in the 2025 NFL regular season. While most of the playoff berths have been clinched in the NFC and AFC, there are still spots up for grabs.

College Football News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / December 25
Five Wide Receivers That Oklahoma Can Target in the Transfer Portal

Five Wide Receivers That Oklahoma Can Target in the Transfer Portal

Oklahoma will return a handful of key weapons at wide receiver next year. Transfer Isaiah Sategna led the Sooners in receiving in 2025 with 965 yards and eight touchdowns.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / December 25
Sooners aren't naive to the fact that one critical aspect of their team has to change this offseason

Sooners aren't naive to the fact that one critical aspect of their team has to change this offseason

Watching the Oklahoma Sooners go from the top of the world while up 17-0 to beating themselves with self-inflicted wounds was not ideal. Oklahoma looked like it had finally figured out its offense to start the game.

Ty Simpson News / Larry Brown Sports / December 23
Ty Simpson reveals what motivated Alabama against Oklahoma

Ty Simpson reveals what motivated Alabama against Oklahoma

The Alabama Crimson Tide made something of a statement on Friday with their comeback win over Oklahoma, and the team apparently had some extra motivation to make that statement.

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Ty Simpson News / Yardbarker / December 20
Simpson thanks media for writing Alabama off after playoff win

Ty Simpson thanks media for writing Alabama off after playoff win over Oklahoma

Simpson had a message for everyone who doubted the Crimson Tide.

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Oklahoma Sooners News / Larry Brown Sports / December 20
Oklahoma fans left early during Sooners’ choke job against Alabama

Oklahoma fans left early during Sooners’ choke job against Alabama

Oklahoma fans got strapped into a rollercoaster of emotions Friday that crashed and burned at the hands of Alabama. The Sooners gave their fans plenty to cheer about early as they took a 17-0 lead in the second quarter at Memorial Stadium in Norman, Okla.

College Football News / Larry Brown Sports / December 20
Alabama burned by controversial call to end first half vs. Oklahoma

Alabama burned by controversial call to end first half vs. Oklahoma

Alabama lost a chance to take a late first-half lead Friday during its College Football Playoff matchup against Oklahoma.

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College Football News / Yardbarker / December 17
Oklahoma HC Brent Venables provides update on QB John Mateer

Oklahoma HC Brent Venables provides injury update on QB John Mateer

According to Venables, Mateer still has some pain, but his grip of the football has improved.

Brent Venables makes bold admission about being HC of Oklahoma
Why a loss to Oklahoma would be 'disastrous' for Kalen DeBoer, Alabama
Ty Simpson or five-star Keelon Russell? CFP result could force Bama's hand
How James Madison can upset Oregon in the College Football Playoff
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Delaware caps first year at FBS level with bowl win over Louisiana
Brent Venables News / Yardbarker / December 16
Brent Venables makes bold admission about being HC of Oklahoma

Brent Venables makes bold admission about being HC of Oklahoma

Brent Venables has got to be feeling good about where the Oklahoma Sooners are in his fourth season with the program. There have certainly been ups and downs for him in Norman, but he currently has the Sooners ranked No.

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