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Oklahoma Backs QB Bowe Bentley to Build on Spring Game Debut

Bowe Bentley’s first spring game didn’t quite go to plan. He completed 5-of-13 passes for 35 yards and threw two picks on Saturday, but he has plenty of supporters in the locker room who know he’ll bounce back. “He's a true freshman,” OU offensive coordinator Ben Arbuckle said.

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Oklahoma Sooners OC Ben Arbuckle keeps it real regarding a player who didn’t have quite the spring game fans hoped to see

The Oklahoma Sooners brought on quarterback Bowe Bentley for a reason, and his first action against the first team defense doesn’t define who he will be.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / April 18

Home Runs Doom Oklahoma as Arkansas Ties Series

Kendall Wells hit her 33rd home run of the season, but it wasn't enough to lift top-ranked Oklahoma to a win over No. 8 Arkansas. The Razorbacks used a late two-run home run to take the lead, then held off the Sooners in a 3-2 Arkansas win at Love's Field.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / April 18

Oklahoma’s Jahsiear Rogers 'Knew It Was Time to Showcase' His Talents In Spring Game

The Oklahoma Sooners liked their wide receiver room a year ago. They want 2026 to be even better. Isaiah Sategna's return helps that desire. Earning experienced pass catchers Trell Harris and Parker Livingstone via the transfer portal gives you added play makers.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / April 18

Oklahoma's Run Game Appears to Be 'Better' Thanks to New Faces' Debut in Spring Game

Every spring has its theme. The 2026 Oklahoma Sooners have a few. On offense, one thing has been repeated over and over — from Brent Venables on down to the players: Improve the run game.

John Mateer News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / April 18

Why Oklahoma QB John Mateer was 'Relaxed' During Sooners' Spring Game

Oklahoma quarterback John Mateer won his first spring game ever on Saturday. During his three years at Washington State, Mateer came out on the losing end twice.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / April 18

Oklahoma Sooners spring game proved all the talk about offensive improvement wasn’t just usual coach speak

Oklahoma’s rushing attack has been the highlight discussion of the offseason, and their spring game on Saturday proved that it wasn’t all talk The Oklahoma Sooners have had plenty of struggles establishing a consistent rushing attack over the last few seasons.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / April 18

Oklahoma Wins Eighth National Title Behind Another Strong Performance From Faith Torrez

Mackenzie Estep finished her floor routine and sprinted toward her teammates watching to the side at Dickies Arena in Fort Worth, Texas. There was still a routine to go, but by the time Estep wrapped up her 9.9125 performance, Oklahoma’s eighth national championship seemed well in hand.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / April 18

Three Quick Takeaways From Oklahoma's Spring Game

Oklahoma’s Spring Game returned on Saturday. The Sooners staged four quarters of action for fans at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium, giving fans

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / April 18

Oklahoma Legend Kinzie Hansen Can't Get Enough of 'Tremendous' Freshman Kendall Wells

Oklahoma catcher Kendall Wells has already won over tons of fans, including four-time national champion Kinzie Hansen. The former OU catcher loves what she’s seen so far from the freshman who now digs in at her old position. “She’s tremendous,” Hansen said on The Franchise Morning Show.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / April 18

Goals for Each Oklahoma Quarterback in the Sooners’ Spring Game

For the first time since Oklahoma lost to Alabama in the College Football Playoff on Dec. 19, the Sooners will take the field in front of fans this weekend.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / April 17

No. 14 Oklahoma Gets Insurance Late as Sooners Take Down Missouri

Oklahoma’s series against Missouri this weekend is massive for its NCAA Tournament regional hosting chances, and the Sooners took care of business in Game 1.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / April 17

Isabela Emerling's Grand Slam Helps Oklahoma Erase Early Deficit to Beat Arkansas

Oklahoma had to battle back twice to avoid its first three-game losing skid in a decade. The No. 1 Sooners fell behind 4-0 to No. 8 Arkansas at Love’s

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / April 17

The New Faces to Follow During Oklahoma's Spring Game

For as much excitement as there is to see John Mateer or Kip Lewis on Owen Field — not on live television, of course — Saturday's Spring Game is the first chance Sooner fans will have to see a few dozen new faces.

John Mateer News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / April 17

Why Oklahoma QB John Mateer Believes Transfer Wide Receiver Will be a Star

Trell Harris’ injury hasn’t prevented him from growing during his first few months at Oklahoma. Harris, a 6-foot, 200-pound wide receiver, transferred to OU in January after breaking out at Virginia in 2025.

Tyler Hendricks News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / April 17

Oklahoma Lands Sharpshooter Out of the Transfer Portal, per Report

Oklahoma added a shooter to its transfer portal haul on Friday afternoon. CBS Sports’ Matt Zenitz reported that Utah Valley guard Tyler Hendricks has

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / April 17

Oklahoma Guard Zya Vann Commits to Arch Rival via Transfer Portal, per Report

Zya Vann will reportedly cross the Red River. Vann, a guard who spent the first two years of her collegiate career at Oklahoma, will transfer to Texas, per a report from Talia Goodman of On3.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / April 17

Sooners’ prized possession in the 2026 recruiting class has an advantage that most freshmen in his position don’t have

The Oklahoma Sooners got the right edge rusher and the perfect left tackle to learn from one another. The Oklahoma Sooners don’t have an extremely high-rated freshman class coming into 2026.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / April 17

How Oklahoma LBs Coach Nate Dreiling’s ‘Belief’ Has Impacted Sooners’ Defense

Oklahoma’s linebacker room comes into the 2026 season in a good position, and Nate Dreiling is a key reason why. Dreiling joined the Sooners’ staff as the inside linebackers coach prior to the 2025 fall.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / April 17

No. 1 Oklahoma Looking to Bounce Back Against No. 8 Arkansas

Oklahoma has a chance to shelve its Bedlam frustration by notching top 10 wins at Love’s Field. The No. 1 Sooners won last weekend’s series against No.

College Basketball News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / April 17

Oklahoma Hopes to Tame the Missouri Tigers in Their Sixth SEC Series of the Year

The No. 14 Oklahoma Sooners return to Norman to face the Missouri Tigers for the program's sixth SEC series of 2026. The Sooners are 3-2 in their five series' of conference play.

Brent Venables News / A to Z Sports / April 16

Despite the Sooners having some early trouble in an area no one wants, Brent Venables is very optimistic about the problem being fixed

The Oklahoma Sooners have to fix their run game for the 2026 season, and the injuries they are dealing with make that very hard to accomplish early in the spring.