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Sooners head coach Brent Venables gives an early injury update for spring football that no coach wants to give

The Oklahoma Sooners kicked off spring football practice on Wednesday. We’ve already been given a glimpse of what this team could look like via media on-site.

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How Oklahoma’s Backup QBs Have ‘Gotten Better and Better’

Barring any bizarre, unforeseen circumstances, Oklahoma’s starting quarterback job is filled for the 2026 season. John Mateer, who transferred to OU ahead of its 2025 campaign, led the Sooners to the College Football Playoff during his first year under center.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / March 27

After Uneven Start, Oklahoma's Sydney Berzon Appears Headed in the Right Direction

Sydney Berzon was one of the biggest offseason additions for Oklahoma. But the senior transfer from LSU had a slow start to the season as Audrey Lowry emerged as the Sooners’ ace in the circle and Ole Miss transfer Miali Guachino a strong No.

Oklahoma Shut Out in Thursday Night Loss to Texas

If Cameron Johnson's evening — which lasted not even two innings and 68 pitches — last Thursday against LSU was a bad dream, LJ Mercruius' (5-2) outing against the No.

Brent Venables News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / March 26

Brent Venables Reveals a Handful of Oklahoma Players Who Will Miss Time During the Spring

Oklahoma will be without a handful of contributors in the early stages of spring practice. OU coach Brent Venables spoke on a few players who will miss

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / March 26

Oklahoma Coach Jennifer Rocha Reveals Cancer Diagnosis

Oklahoma pitching coach Jennifer Rocha is back at work after revealing a frightening cancer diagnosis. Rocha, who has been Patty Gasso’s top lieutenant

Patty Gasso News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / March 26

Abby Dayton is Thriving in Her Second Season at Oklahoma

Abby Dayton’s second year with Oklahoma associate head coach JT Gasso is shaping up to be a memorable one. The senior is in her second year with the program

Softball News / Softball On SI / March 26

Oklahoma Softball Pitching Coach Jennifer Rocha Reportedly Set to Return Against LSU

Oklahoma softball’s missing puzzle piece is set to return. Associate head coach and pitching coach Jennifer Rocha is reportedly rejoining the team this week as the No.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / March 26

Oklahoma Associate Head Coach Jennifer Rocha Set to Return This Weekend, per Report

Oklahoma just got a huge boost. Associate head coach and pitching coach Jennifer Rocha is set to rejoin the program this week as the Sooners travel to take on LSU, News9 Sports Director and OU play-by-play voice Toby Rowland reported on Thursday. Rocha has been away from the team on a health-related leave of absence.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / March 26

Oklahoma’s Taylor Wein Steps Forward as Owen Heinecke Awaits NCAA Outcome

Oklahoma opened its spring practice yesterday at the Everest Indoor Training Center. The program is now looking to build off of its momentum gained from navigating a tough 2025 schedule into a College Football Playoff appearance.

Peyton Bowen News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / March 26

Oklahoma's Peyton Bowen not Ready to Fully Embrace Elder Statesman Status on Sooners' Defense

It’s still hard for Peyton Bowen to see himself as one of the older guys. “I see myself as the leader, but I don’t see myself as the old head,” the Oklahoma senior safety said.

Kip Lewis News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / March 26

Kip Lewis Looking for Personal Growth, Team Growth in Return to Oklahoma

Kip Lewis said his decision to return for another season at Oklahoma was simple. “Mostly just chalking it up with God and just knowing I’ve still got more in the tank to get better, just small things details-wise,” the linebacker said Wednesday after the Sooners’ first spring practice.

No. 8 Oklahoma Looking for Third Straight SEC Series Win at No. 2 Texas

Oklahoma’s first two weekends of SEC play have been largely successful. Two weeks ago, the Sooners took two games of three against then-No. 22 Texas A&M in Norman.

John Mateer News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / March 25

Why Oklahoma QB John Mateer Says He 'Needs to be Better'

John Mateer is well aware that his first year at Oklahoma wasn’t good enough. Mateer, who transferred to OU from Washington State ahead of the 2025 season, finished his first season in Norman with 2,885 yards, 14 touchdowns and 11 interceptions on 62.2-percent passing.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / March 25

Oklahoma Football’s Returning Production, By the Numbers

Oklahoma played its best season of the name-image-likeness era in 2025. The Sooners finished 10-3 and reached the College Football Playoff for the first time since 2019.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / March 25

Oklahoma's Brooklyn Stewart, Emma Tolan and Zya Vann Delivered big Moments in Opening Weekend of NCAA Tournament

There were plenty of big-time moments during Oklahoma’s first two rounds of the NCAA Tournament. There were several that were impactful to the outcomes in the Sooners’ 89-59 win over Idaho and their 77-71 win over Michigan State, and some that were more symbolic in nature.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / March 24

Oklahoma Running Back Commit to Visit Other Major Program, per Report

Running back Keldrid Ben is still committed to Oklahoma, but he hasn’t ruled out other major programs who have pursued him. Ben, a tailback from Montgomery, TX, will take an unofficial visit to Notre Dame on March 28, according to a report from BlueandGold.com.