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Adrian Peterson’s son lands an offer from 1 SEC team

Adrian Peterson is a future Pro Football Hall of Fame member, and now his son is trying to make a name for himself. Adrian Peterson Jr., who plays at Ridge Point High School in Texas, has now received an offer from Texas A&M, according to Sam Spiegelman of Rivals.

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Oklahoma Sooners QB John Mateer may have used the bye week in the perfect way to help with his biggest issue on the field

The Oklahoma Sooners need John Mateer to play better at quarterback if they want a chance to beat Texas. The Oklahoma Sooners used their bye week to fix a few things.

Elijah Thomas News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / October 6

Oklahoma OC Ben Arbuckle Expects WR Elijah Thomas to Get More 'Opportunities'

Wide receiver Elijah Thomas earned repeated praise as one of Oklahoma’s most improved players during the offseason. But so far in 2026, Thomas hasn’t been much of a factor.

David Stone News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / October 6

Oklahoma DT David Stone Ready to go vs. Texas After Injury, Bye Week

A smile flashed across David Stone’s face when the Oklahoma defensive tackle was asked after Monday’s practice how he felt. “I feel good, man,” Stone said.

John Mateer News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / October 5

Oklahoma QB John Mateer 'Excited' to Battle No. 1 Texas After Bye Week Reset

The first month of John Mateer’s final college football season has been forgettable. But he has quite the opportunity for redemption this weekend. The Sooners will battle No.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / October 5

Isaiah Sategna III Opens Up on John Mateer, Oklahoma's Struggles Ahead of Red River Rivalry

The Red River Rivalry is always one of the biggest — if not the biggest — games on the schedule for longtime adversaries Texas and Oklahoma. That is especially true for the Sooners this season.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / October 5

Kickoff Time Set for Oklahoma and Kentucky

Oklahoma will host Kentucky under the lights. The Sooners will kick off against the Wildcats at 6:30 p.m. on Oct. 17, and the game will be broadcast on the SEC Network, the SEC announced on Monday afternoon.

Oklahoma Sooners News / New Baseball Media / October 4

2026 Fall College Baseball Reset: Oklahoma

Skip Johnson’s Oklahoma Sooners got their national title in 2026, as the school went from on the brink of elimination in Atlanta to champions in Omaha.

Oklahoma Sooners News / A to Z Sports / October 4

Oklahoma Sooners 2028 commit just did the unthinkable before letting everyone know he’s still locked in with OU

The Oklahoma Sooners have to be excited about 2028 quarterback commit Trey Tagliaferri. The Oklahoma Sooners are on the bye week. So, why not take a look at some of their committed players and what they did this week?

Tory Blaylock News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / October 4

Could Oklahoma RB Tory Blaylock Give the Sooners’ Run Game a Spark?

Oklahoma’s run game is at the point where it must try just about anything to get a rhythm going. The Sooners are averaging only 99 rushing yards per game, which ranks 15th in the SEC.

Brent Venables News / A to Z Sports / October 4

Oklahoma Sooners head coach Brent Venables just sent a powerful message to the entire fanbase and his team during the bye week

The Oklahoma Sooners are in a rut and need to get out of it, or Brent Venables could be on the hot seat. The Oklahoma Sooners are 2-2, and the rest of the schedule doesn’t get any easier.

Jayden Jackson News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / October 4

Oklahoma DT Jayden Jackson is Playing His Best Season Yet

Jayden Jackson has been impactful since the day he stepped foot on Oklahoma’s campus — and he’s taken it to another level in 2026. Through four weeks of his junior season, Jackson has already logged 15 total tackles, eight solo tackles, 1.5 tackles for loss and 0.5 sacks.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / October 3

Oklahoma Sooners head coach Brent Venables doesn’t seem to be budging on a stance he has that may need to change before it’s too late

The Oklahoma Sooners are on the bye week, and Brent Venables is sticking with John Mateer as his quarterback. The Oklahoma Sooners are on a bye week after an embarrassing loss to the Georgia Bulldogs.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / October 3

The Good, Bad and Ugly Stats Behind Oklahoma’s First Month of 2026

The first third of Oklahoma’s 2026 season is in the books. The Sooners are 2-2 with wins over UTEP and New Mexico and losses to Michigan and Georgia. Oklahoma will battle No.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / October 3

Ranking the Impact of Oklahoma’s Transfers Through Four Games

In January, the Sooners enlisted 16 players to join the roster from the transfer portal. Oklahoma added to that number in the weeks leading up to the season, signing four transfers who were granted a temporary restraining order by the Cleveland County District Court.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / October 3

What Are the Most Disappointing Seasons of Oklahoma Football?

If this continues, 2026 will be one of the more disappointing seasons in Oklahoma football history. Now, the Sooners have every opportunity to course correct.

Peyton Joseph News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / October 3

‘Tough’ OL Peyton Joseph Could See Larger Role on Oklahoma’s Offensive Line

Oklahoma needs all the help that it can get on the offensive line. The unit, which came into 2026 with fairly high expectations, has performed abysmally in the first month of the season.

James Nesta News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / October 2

Oklahoma LB James Nesta is 'Putting it All Together' in Year 3

The Sooners badly needed one of their linebackers to step up, and junior James Nesta has done just that. Nesta, who played sparingly over his first two seasons at Oklahoma, has logged 16 total tackles, seven solo tackles, a quarterback hurry, a pass breakup and a fumble recovery through four games.

Peyton Bowen News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / October 2

Oklahoma DB Peyton Bowen Not ‘Pointing Fingers’ Amid Team’s Struggles

Oklahoma’s defense, for the most part, hasn’t been the problem early in 2026. The Sooners — 2-2 with losses to Michigan and Georgia — are allowing only 16 points and 238 yards per game through four weeks.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / October 2

After Rough Start, Oklahoma's Tackling has Improved

While Oklahoma’s defense didn’t perform poorly overall in the first two games of the season, there was a troubling trend among the group. Missed tackles.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Yardbarker / October 1