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Sooners grab a promising transfer portal player from the FCS level in Mississippi Valley State DB Prince Ijioma

Sooners grab a promising transfer portal player from the FCS level in Mississippi Valley State DB Prince Ijioma

Just as most thought the Oklahoma Sooners were close to being done with the transfer portal after adding former Tennessee Volunteers TE Jack Van Dorselaer, they made another move.

John Mateer News / Heartland Sports / January 17

John Mateer’s Return Is About More Than Stability — It’s Oklahoma Choosing Belief Over Reset

In college football’s current climate, quarterbacks don’t come back unless they believe something is unfinished. They leave for the NFL. They chase NIL leverage.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Heartland Sports / January 16

Sooners Searching for a Turnaround as No. 18 Alabama Comes to Norman

By the time the Oklahoma Sooners take the floor Saturday afternoon at the Lloyd Noble Center, the margin for error will already feel thin. This…

Oklahoma Sooners News / A to Z Sports / January 16
Sooners make one last addition to crucial position group in buzzer-beater fashion right as the transfer portal closes

Sooners make one last addition to crucial position group in buzzer-beater fashion right as the transfer portal closes

The Oklahoma Sooners finalized their 2026 roster with a dramatic late addition, securing transfer portal tight end Jack Van Dorselaer, formerly of the Tennessee Volunteers.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / January 16
Vols transfer finds a new home in the SEC, and he'll be coached by a Tennessee legend

Vols transfer finds a new home in the SEC, and he'll be coached by a Tennessee legend

A former Tennessee Vols tight end has a new home in college football. On3's Hayes Fawcett reported on Friday morning that Vols transfer tight end Jack Van Dorselaer has committed to the Oklahoma Sooners.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / January 14
Oklahoma Sooners have new opportunity to reunite with familiar face after his bad luck forced him out of Norman

Oklahoma Sooners have new opportunity to reunite with familiar face after his bad luck forced him out of Norman

College football's landscape continues to change. One thing is certain, though. Expect the unexpected. For the Oklahoma Sooners, reuniting with an intriguing former player could be on their radar soon.

Jaydan Hardy News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / January 14

Former Oklahoma DB Jaydan Hardy Finds Home at Big 12 School, per Report

Jaydan Hardy is reportedly headed to the Rocky Mountains. Hardy, who appeared on 163 defensive snaps for the Sooners in 2025, committed to Colorado on Wednesday, according to a report from Pete Nakos of On3.

Oklahoma Sooners News / A to Z Sports / January 14
Sooners still have a bit of a checklist they need to have finished before the transfer portal closes on Jan. 16

Sooners still have a bit of a checklist they need to have finished before the transfer portal closes on Jan. 16

The Oklahoma Sooners have a few more items to address before the transfer portal closes on Jan 16. So far, OU has lost around 28 players and brought in 13 through the portal, with 24 incoming freshmen.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / January 14

How Does Oklahoma's Transfer Portal Haul Compare to the Rest of the SEC?

The dust has yet to settle in the wacky world of the college football transfer portal. For Oklahoma, the picture is starting to come into focus. With Friday’s deadline for players to enter the portal, the nonstop frenzy that has drained the life out of the sport is finally nearing an unofficial halt.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / January 14
Sooners will get to see what could have been with one 2025 player who couldn't stay healthy but transferred to a rival

Sooners will get to see what could have been with one 2025 player who couldn't stay healthy but transferred to a rival

The Oklahoma Sooners have rebuilt their offensive line beyond the four returning starters: Michael Fasusi, Ryan Fodje, Eddy Pierre-Louis, and Jake Maikkula.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / January 13
Has Oklahoma Added Enough on the Defensive Line in Transfer Portal?

Has Oklahoma Added Enough on the Defensive Line in Transfer Portal?

 Unlike other positions — most notably tight end — Oklahoma didn’t need to completely overhaul its defensive line in the transfer portal. Instead, the Sooners needed to shore up the depth among the group and mainly work to retain the talent it has on the roster.

Troy Everett News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / January 13

Former Oklahoma OL Troy Everett Pledges with 2026 SEC Opponent, per Report

Troy Everett will reportedly spend his final year of eligibility elsewhere in the SEC. Everett, who played three seasons at Oklahoma after beginning his college career at Appalachian State, committed to Ole Miss on Tuesday, according to Pete Nakos of On3.

Gentry Williams News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / January 13

Oklahoma Will See Gentry Williams in 2026, Lands in the SEC, per Report

Injuries derailed what could have been a strong career for Gentry Williams at the University of Oklahoma. Now, the former Sooner plans to finish his college career with the Georgia Bulldogs, per On3's Hayes Fawcett.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / January 13

How Oklahoma Improved its Offensive Line in the Transfer Portal

Oklahoma returns a steady foundation along the offensive line, but the Sooners needed to make some moves to prevent a drop-off in 2025. The most important

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / January 13

Former Oklahoma Linebacker Sammy Omosigho Finds New Home in the Big 10, per Report

Another former Oklahoma Sooner linebacker found a new home in the Big 10 Conference. Sammy Omosigho has decided to commit to the UCLA Bruins, joining former defender Kobie McKinzie in the same conference — he landed at Northwestern.

Kendel Dolby News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / January 12
Former Oklahoma DB Kendel Dolby Joins the Pack of Sooners Headed to Starkville

Former Oklahoma DB Kendel Dolby Joins the Pack of Sooners Headed to Starkville

Former OU offensive coordinator Jeff Lebby is tapping into his Oklahoma roots in the 2026 transfer portal window.  After signing former Sooners receiver

Adepoju Adebawore News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / January 12

Former 5-star Oklahoma Edge Rusher Enters Portal and Quickly Withdraws, per Report

Oklahoma defensive end Adepoju Adebawore’s time in the transfer portal was short-lived. Adebawore, a former 5-star recruit, reportedly entered the transfer portal on Monday at 9:31 a.m., per Matt Zenitz of CBS Sports.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / January 11
Oklahoma Commits, Signees Compete at Navy All-American Bowl

Oklahoma Commits, Signees Compete at Navy All-American Bowl

The future of Oklahoma football was on full display on Saturday. Six Oklahoma commits and signees competed at the Navy All-American Bowl in San Antonio.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / January 11
No. 5 Oklahoma Struggles Offensively in Loss to Kentucky

No. 5 Oklahoma Struggles Offensively in Loss to Kentucky

Oklahoma had controlled the glass much of the game. But with time dwindling down, Kentucky rose up on the offensive boards, bringing down three consecutive offensive rebounds late to extend their possession to longer than a minute, helping the No.

Jayden Gibson News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / January 11

Former Oklahoma WR Javonnie Gibson Announces Commitment to Big 12 School

Javonnie Gibson is headed to the Midwest after just one season in Norman. Gibson, a wide receiver who transferred to Oklahoma ahead of the 2025 season, committed to Cincinnati on Sunday.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / January 11

Oklahoma's Tate Sandell Confirms he Will Return to Norman in 2026

Oklahoma's first Lou Groza Award winner will be returning to the Sooners for his final season in 2026. Tate Sandell, who transferred to OU last offseason from the University of Texas at San Antonio, became a weapon for the Sooners in 2025.

College Football News / Yardbarker / January 8
RB Taylor Tatum an intriguing transfer portal addition for Kyle Whittingham, Michigan

RB Taylor Tatum an intriguing transfer portal addition for Kyle Whittingham, Michigan

Tatum was a freshman at Oklahoma in 2024 and rushed 56 times for 278 yards and three touchdowns.

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Jason Witten News / College Sports Only / January 8
Dallas Cowboys Legend Becomes Oklahoma Sooners TE Coach

Dallas Cowboys Legend Becomes Oklahoma Sooners TE Coach

Dallas Cowboys legend Jason Witten is crossing the Red River to become Oklahoma's new tight end coach.  Witten is an 11-time Pro Bowler who played for the Cowboys from 2013-17 and returned in 2019 after a disastrous one-year stint as a "Monday Night Football" analyst.

Parker Livingstone News / Yardbarker / January 6
Arch Manning's ex-roommate, Parker Livingstone, flocks to Oklahoma

Red River betrayal: Arch Manning's ex-roommate, Parker Livingstone, flocks to Oklahoma

Quarterback Arch Manning's ex-roommate is now a Benedict Arnold in the eyes of Texas Longhorns supporters. On Tuesday, former Texas wide receiver Parker Livingstone confirmed he's planning to play for the Oklahoma Sooners next season.

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Brent Venables makes bold admission about being HC of Oklahoma

Brent Venables makes bold admission about being HC of Oklahoma

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