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Oklahoma Remains in Position to Host Playoff Game in New CFP Rankings

Oklahoma enters the final week of the regular season in position to host a College Football Playoff contest. The Sooners held steady at No. 8 in the newest CFP rankings that were released on Tuesday night. If the season ended today, OU would host No.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / November 25

Why Oklahoma WR Javonnie Gibson Treasures Playing for 'Winning' Sooners Team

Saturday’s game against LSU is massive for Oklahoma wide receiver Javonnie Gibson — for multiple reasons. Gibson, who transferred to Oklahoma from Arkansas-Pine Bluff ahead of the 2025 season, hails from Opelousas, LA.

Brent Venables News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / November 25

Oklahoma Coach Brent Venables Addresses the Team's Plan at Cheetah for LSU

Oklahoma coach Brent Venables held his final weekly press conference of the regular season on Tuesday ahead of the eighth-ranked Sooners' matchup with LSU.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / November 25

Brent Venables Clarifies Jovantae Barnes' Status Amidst Oklahoma's Running Back Issues

Don’t expect major changes to Oklahoma’s running back rotation against LSU, even with Xavier Robinson banged up. The sophomore is far from 100 percent, but he’s continually suited up to carry the rock for the No.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / November 25

Ben Arbuckle Believes Oklahoma's Struggling Offense Starts With Him

Outside of some timely plays, Isaiah Sategna III and Xavier Robinson's two-game stretch against Ole Miss and Tennessee, the Oklahoma offense doesn't project much confidence.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / November 25

Oklahoma Kicker Tate Sandell Named Finalist for Groza Award

By OU Media Relations University of Oklahoma redshirt junior kicker Tate Sandell was named as one of three finalists for the 34th Lou Groza Collegiate Place-Kicker Award presented by the Orange Bowl, the Palm Beach County Sports Commission announced Tuesday.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / November 25

Oklahoma's Kendal Daniels Embraces Bittersweet Finale: 'Time is My Enemy'

Kendal Daniels is no stranger to football in the state of Oklahoma. When Daniels made the move to the Sooners last January, it marked a new chapter — and now, as he prepares to face LSU on Saturday, the moment carries a special, bittersweet weight only someone deeply rooted in the state's football tradition could fully appreciate.

John Mateer News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / November 25

How 'Short, Easy' Passes From John Mateer Can Bolster Oklahoma's Offense

For Oklahoma to get out of its offensive rut, quarterback John Mateer believes that the Sooners will need to be creative. And that starts with him. Mateer has started the Sooners’ last six games after missing OU’s 44-0 win against Kent State on Oct.

Brent Venables News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / November 24

As Oklahoma Found Its Identity, Brent Venables Recognized Some Hard to Kill Qualities

One opportunity. One game. One win. With all apologies to Eminem, Oklahoma has a chance to make the College Football Playoff with a win on Saturday not because they lose themselves in the moment.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / November 24

Oklahoma Sooners are now projected to land another talented quarterback in a future recruiting cycle

The Oklahoma Sooners are on fire on the field and off the field. They're currently 9-2 and have a spot in the College Football Playoff if they beat the LSU Tigers.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / November 24

Oklahoma Flips Four-Star Running Back From Texas A&M

Jonathan Hatton Jr. was Oklahoma's first 2026 commit. Now, the 4-star running back is back in the Sooners' fold. Nearly a year after decommitting from OU, Hatton flipped from Texas A&M on Monday, becoming the 22nd commitment of the class for OU.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / November 24

Oklahoma Sooners predicted to flip elite offensive playmaker away from SEC rival in surprising recruiting win just before Early Signing Day

The Oklahoma Sooners have pulled off perhaps their best season in recent memory, ripping off five ranked wins (most in the country) including back-to-back road wins over Tennessee and Alabama to put themselves in position to cash in on their first appearance in the College Football Playoff under head coach Brent Venables.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Heartland Sports / November 24

Oklahoma’s Second-Half Defensive Shift Was the Real Victory — and the Blueprint the Sooners Must Embrace

At first glance, Oklahoma’s 72–53 win over winless Alcorn State on Sunday reads like a routine early-season tune-up: talent overwhelms an overmatched opponent, the home…

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / November 23

Sunday Offering: Oklahoma Forecasted to Land Handful of Key Prospects

The wins keep rolling in for Oklahoma football. The Sooners took down No. 22 Missouri 17-6 on Saturday, following up their road wins against ranked Tennessee and Alabama squads.

Brian Kelly News / 5 GOATs / November 23

LSU vs. Oklahoma odds: Opening point spread released

LSU travels to Oklahoma for a Week 14 clash in the Southeastern Conference. With game day approaching, the opening odds and point spread have been revealed.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / November 23

Oklahoma's Players Have Spoken: 'Many Men' Must Stay as the Sooners' Fourth Quarter Anthem

Oklahoma has trotted out a few different things between the third and fourth quarter in search of a new tradition since the Sooners entered the Southeastern

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / November 23

Oklahoma in Great Position in the Polls Entering Final Week of the Regular Season

Oklahoma held steady in the polls entering the final week of the regular season. The Sooners stayed put at No. 8 in both the AP Poll and the USA Today

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / November 23

Oklahoma's Offense Again Struggled to Sustain Drives in Win Over Missouri

Nothing about Oklahoma’s offense has been flashy in SEC play, but the Sooners added another turnover-free game to beat Missouri. Brent Venables’ team,

Oklahoma Sooners News / Pro Football Rumors / November 22

Falcons place Billy Bowman Jr., Zach Harrison on IR

The Atlanta Falcons will be notably shorthanded on defense for the foreseeable future. Billy Bowman Jr.‘s Achilles injury will leave him sidelined for at least the next four games.

College Football News / Total Apex Sports / November 22

Oklahoma Sooners Knock Off Missouri In Top 25 SEC Showdown

If you like offensive fireworks, precision passing, and games that look like track meets, you probably wanted to turn your TV off during the first quarter in Norman.

College Football News / CFB-HQ on SI / November 22

Oklahoma vs. Missouri prediction: Who wins, and why?

There is still some sorting to do in the College Football Playoff bracket, and what happens this weekend between Oklahoma and Missouri could have an effect on what it looks like next week.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Gridiron Heroics / November 22

Oklahoma Sooners Expected Not to Have Star Player in Week 13 Matchup vs. Misssouri

The eighth-ranked Oklahoma Sooners are going to be ready for a massive SEC battle against the 22nd-ranked Missouri Tigers. With this game meaning a lot for the College Football Playoff rankings, one star player is expected to miss this game.

College Football News / Yardbarker / November 17