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Former Oklahoma Offensive Lineman Commits to Former Conference Rival

Injuries prevented Jake Taylor from ever becoming a major part of Oklahoma’s offensive line, but he’ll hope for better luck at his next stop. Taylor, an interior offensive lineman, committed to Iowa State through the transfer portal on Monday.

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Oklahoma Loses Former Starting Wide Receiver to the Transfer Portal, per Report

The transfer portal giveth and the transfer portal taketh away. This time it's taking away from the Sooners in the form of soon-to-be junior pass catcher Zion Kearney.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Heartland Sports / January 5

Sooners Strike Fast: Oklahoma’s Monday Transfer Portal Haul Signals Urgency, Intent, and Roster Reset

The transfer portal has become college football’s most volatile marketplace, and on Monday, Oklahoma made it clear it has no intention of being a passive…

Michael Hawkins News / A to Z Sports / January 5

Former Oklahoma Sooners QB Michael Hawkins may have just been gifted what he’s been asking for years

After two years playing for the Oklahoma Sooners, former starting quarterback Michael Hawkins Jr moved on into the transfer portal. After a couple of days to decide, Hawkins, alongside his brother Maliek, have both signed with a former Big 12 opponent of the Sooners in the West Virginia Mountaineers.

Rocky Beers News / A to Z Sports / January 5

Sooners land a transfer portal tight end who has one of the more unique connections to OU that you will find

The Oklahoma Sooners have landed another tight end commitment, this time from star OU women’s basketball player Ragan Beers' brother, Rocky Beers. Rocky played tight end at Colorado State, and last season, many thought he might transfer to Oklahoma because of his sister’s connection to the program.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / January 5

Oklahoma Sooners add do-it-all playmaker to bolster multiple sides of the ball for another College Football Playoff run

The Oklahoma Sooners are embracing the transfer portal in general manager Jim Nagy's first full portal cycle, and are off to a blistering start as a result.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / January 5

Oklahoma Climbs Into AP Top Five for First Time in 17 Years

Jennie Baranczyk’s Oklahoma Sooners are shooting up the polls. Following a pair of wins to open SEC play, OU jumped to No. 5 in the AP Poll. Monday marked

Devon Jordan News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / January 5

Oklahoma DB Devon Jordan Headed to Big 12 School, per Report

Devon Jordan will reportedly play for one of Oklahoma’s former Big 12 foes soon. Jordan, a defensive back who played a key reserve role in OU’s secondary in 2025, committed to Baylor on Monday, per Matt Zenitz of 247Sports.

Michael Hawkins News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / January 5

The Hawkins Brothers Will Depart Oklahoma for the Big 12, per Report

Former Oklahoma quarterback Michael Hawkins Jr. and defensive back Maliek Hawkins are headed to West Virginia. The duo committed to the Big 12 outfit on Monday, ESPN’s Pete Thamel reported, to wrap up a brief stay in the transfer portal for the OU legacies. Michael Hawkins Jr.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / January 5

Oklahoma Gains Commitment from Transfer Offensive Lineman, per Report

The Sooners reportedly landed their second transfer portal commitment on Monday morning. Western Kentucky offensive lineman Caleb Nitta has pledged with Oklahoma, per On3’s Pete Nakos and Steve Wiltfong.

John Mateer News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / January 5

QB John Mateer Battled Through Highs and Lows During His Debut Season at Oklahoma

With Oklahoma’s 2025 season fully in the rearview, Sooners on SI is handing out position-by-position grades for every area of the team, continuing today with the quarterbacks.

Jayden Gibson News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / January 4

Former Oklahoma WR Jayden Gibson Transferring to SEC Foe, per Report

Former Sooner wideout Jayden Gibson is reportedly heading across the conference. Gibson, who did not appear in a game for OU in 2025, will transfer to South Carolina, per a report from Hayes Fawcett of On3.

Oklahoma Sooners News / A to Z Sports / January 4

Sooners 2026 freshman is already taking things from an OU player who isn't even on the team anymore

The Oklahoma Sooners have recruited the defensive line at an extremely elite level over the last few years. One of the best we have seen as of late is edge rusher R Mason Thomas, who’s set to enter the 2026 NFL Draft as a potential first-round pick.

David Stone News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / January 4

Oklahoma Star Defensive Lineman Reportedly Will Return for 2026 Season

After a breakout sophomore campaign in 2025, David Stone reportedly will run it back. Stone, a defensive tackle and former 5-star prospect, has re-signed with Oklahoma, per Hayes Fawcett of On3.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / January 4

Oklahoma Edge Rusher Commits Compete in Under Armour All-America Game

Now that it’s officially 2026, the Sooners have firmly turned the page on the 2025 season. Though Oklahoma had its best season since the COVID-19 pandemic and reached the College Football Playoff for the first time since 2019, the Sooners have dreams of deeper playoff runs.

College Football News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / January 4

Oklahoma Earns TE Pledge From the Transfer Portal

The Oklahoma Sooners have added to their offense for 2026. The University of Florida's Hayden Hansen — who has one year of eligibility remaining — announced his commitment to Oklahoma via his Twitter account.

Joe Jon Finley News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / January 4

Who Will Oklahoma Hire to Replace Tight Ends Coach Joe Jon Finley?

The Sooners are on the hunt for their next tight ends coach. Oklahoma is expected to fire Joe Jon Finley, per a report from Sooner Scoop’s George Stoia.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / January 4

Oklahoma Sooners in hot pursuit of transfer portal visit from All-Conference playmaker who could radically transform offense

The Oklahoma Sooners have gotten off to a fast start in the transfer portal, lining up several visits from talented playmakers all across the country on both sides of the ball.

College Football News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / January 4

A Pair of Underclassmen Emerged as Stars at Cornerback in 2025

With Oklahoma’s 2025 season fully in the rearview, Sooners on SI is handing out position-by-position grades for every area of the team, continuing today with the cornerbacks. Jay Valai built a deep and impactful cornerback room in 2025.

Oklahoma Sooners News / A to Z Sports / January 4

Oklahoma Sooners are set to host a visit for a player who’s team is currently in the College Football Playoff

The transfer portal is now open and will close on Jan. 16. From now until then, the Oklahoma Sooners will have to find players in the portal to replace the ones they have already lost, whether they lost them to the portal, to a lack of eligibility, or to the 2026 NFL Draft.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / January 3

Takeaways from Oklahoma's SEC Opening Win over Ole Miss

Xzayvier Brown got things going with four-point play from beyond the arc. He was joined in the three-point shooting barrage by Derrion Reid and Tae Davis, who each hit a three in the opening minutes to spark the Oklahoma Sooners' (11-3, 1-0) offensive attack.

Xavier Robinson News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / January 3

Xavier Robinson and Tory Blaylock Were Bright Spots in a Frustrating Oklahoma RB Room

With Oklahoma’s 2025 season fully in the rearview, Sooners on SI is handing out position-by-position grades for every area of the team, continuing today with the linebackers.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / January 2

Sooners could land another blue-chip player in the 2027 class over other blue-blood programs

The Oklahoma Sooners have the No. 1 2027 recruiting class by most of the composite rankings. They can extend that ranking soon, if they end up landing four-star cornerback Montre Jackson.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / January 2

Former Oklahoma Quarterback Looks to Win Third Consecutive Division Title

Despite a rough last couple of months, quarterback Baker Mayfield and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are still alive. The Bucs (7-9) will battle the Carolina Panthers (8-8) on Saturday for both teams’ regular-season finale. Tampa Bay must win the contest to have a chance to win the NFC South title and reach the playoffs.

Brent Venables News / Yardbarker / December 16

Brent Venables makes bold admission about being HC of Oklahoma

Brent Venables has got to be feeling good about where the Oklahoma Sooners are in his fourth season with the program. There have certainly been ups and downs for him in Norman, but he currently has the Sooners ranked No.

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