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Trace Rudd went 0-for-1 on field-goal attempts in Oklahoma’s spring game on April 18. But his miss was more impressive than just about any other failed attempt.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / May 22

Projections vs Results in Oklahoma's First Three Years in the SEC

Oklahoma's pathway to glory became more difficult with its entry into the SEC. That's not a slight to the Big 12 of the 2010s, it's just a fact. A snapshot from last year tells the story of the conference OU now calls home best: Florida went 4-8 in 2025 and watched seven players drafted in the 2025 NFL Draft.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / May 22

Forged by a 'Very Tough' SEC, Oklahoma is Built for June

SEC commissioner Greg Sankey is going to enjoy taking in the Women’s College World Series. The Southeastern Conference is already guaranteed three of

Oklahoma Sooners News / Heartland Sports / May 22

Oklahoma’s Explosive Offense Meets Mississippi State’s Elite Arms

The road to Oklahoma City now runs directly through Norman. Again. For the 16th consecutive season, Oklahoma Sooners is standing one series away from the…

Softball News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / May 21

Oklahoma Prepared for 'Big Challenge' Battling Mississippi State for a Spot in the WCWS

To get back to the Women’s College World Series, Oklahoma’s offense will have to best an excellent pitching staff. Mississippi State is led by veteran

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / May 21

How Oklahoma QB Bowe Bentley's 'Cerebral' Nature Will Help him Improve

Being 18 years old and going against Oklahoma’s first-team defense is quite the challenge — and it’s one that Bowe Bentley faced on April 18. Bentley, a former 4-star quarterback who signed with OU in December, played for the “White” team in the Sooners’ spring game.

Patty Gasso News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / May 21

Oklahoma Coach Patty Gasso's Coaching Tree Continues to Grow, Thrive

Oklahoma coach Patty Gasso isn’t surprised a bit that Samantha Ricketts has Mississippi State in a Super Regional. But more than 20 years ago, Gasso would’ve been surprised to learn Ricketts would wind up being a head coach, much less a successful one.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / May 21

Oklahoma Duo Kai Minor and Kendall Wells Named Finalists for Major Award

On the eve of opening Super Regionals, two key Sooners were named finalists for a massive award. Kai Minor and Kendall Wells were both announced as top three finalists for NFCA Freshman of the Year alongside Nebraska's Alexis Jensen.

Patty Gasso News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / May 21

Excellent Chemistry is a Key Ingredient for Oklahoma's Standout Defense

To win in May and June, Patty Gasso knows all three phases of the game have to be firing on all cylinders. Oklahoma’s offense impressed in the Norman

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / May 20

Oklahoma's Sydney Barker Continues to Find Home at Third Base

Sydney Barker didn't hesitate. When Oklahoma third baseman Nelly McEnroe-Marinas went down with an injury in late February, Barker jumped right in for her injured teammate.

College Football News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / May 20

Will Oklahoma's Improved WR Personnel Lead to More Spread-Out Production in 2026?

In Oklahoma’s spring game on April 18, the Sooners flashed their depth at wide receiver. For the “Red” team, Washington State transfer Mackenzie Alleyne caught three passes for 28 yards and a touchdown and redshirt freshman Manny Choice logged a 25-yard reception.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / May 20

'Elite' Freshman Kai Minor is Fueling the Offense as Oklahoma's Leadoff Hitter

Oklahoma might have the nation’s best tone-setter in freshman Kai Minor. The OU outfielder has started things off with doubles in three of the Sooners’

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / May 20

Oklahoma has Long History of Super Regional Success Against SEC Opponents

For the second consecutive season since joining the SEC, Oklahoma will stay in the conference for their Super Regional matchup. The third-seeded Sooners will take on Mississippi State in the best-of-three series beginning at Noon on Friday at Love’s Field.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / May 20

Could Oklahoma DL James Carrington's 'Really Good' Fundamentals Lead to Role in 2026?

The interior of Oklahoma’s defensive line is already set with four months until the 2026 season begins. David Stone and Jayden Jackson — both rising juniors — will start at the Sooners’ defensive tackle spots in the fall.

NFL News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / May 20

Oklahoma Goes One-and-Done in SEC Tournament With Loss to LSU

The Oklahoma Sooners more than likely had already punched their ticket to a regional appearance in the postseason. But a strong performance in the SEC Tournament may have reignited their hopes at hosting a regional in Norman.

Oklahoma Sooners News / A to Z Sports / May 19

Elite wide receiver recruit just proved that the Oklahoma Sooners are recruiting the right way in the NIL era

The Oklahoma Sooners have the No. 1 class in the 2027 recruiting cycle for a reason, and they’re showing that, but with a 2028 recruit. The Oklahoma Sooners have the No.

Oklahoma Sooners News / A to Z Sports / May 19

Oklahoma Sooners have landed an official prediction to land a player they’ve been pushing hard for

The Sooners have the No. 1 class in 2027, and it could only get better from there if this recent recruiting prediction comes true. Not long ago, during Future Freaks Weekend, the Sooners landed the No.

Softball News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / May 19

Oklahoma Familiar With Samantha Ricketts' 'Sneaky Tough' Mississippi State Program

Though Mississippi State was one of the few opponents Oklahoma avoided in SEC play, the programs are very familiar with each other. The Bulldogs are led

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / May 19

Oklahoma Working to Hold Off Fellow College Football Powers for Elite Local Prospect

The Sooners have already earned commitments from a few of Oklahoma’s top 2027 prospects, and now they’re looking to add another. Blue-chip cornerback Gabriel Osborne Jr.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / May 19

Why Oklahoma LB Kristan Moore Feels Comfortable Despite Recent Position Change

When Kristan Moore’s high school coaches asked him to play inside linebacker prior to his senior year, he was hesitant. Moore, one of 25 players who signed with Oklahoma as part of its 2026 recruiting class, played defensive end during his first three years at Selma (AL) High School.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / May 19

Limping Oklahoma Team set to Open SEC Tournament Against Middling LSU Squad

The Sooners don’t have much to gain or lose in Hoover, AL, this year. Oklahoma (32-20 overall, 14-16 SEC) enters the SEC Tournament — which begins Tuesday and concludes Sunday — as the conference’s No.

Oklahoma Sooners News / A to Z Sports / May 18

Oklahoma Sooners’ new defensive playmaker is being sued for a lot of money by his former school

The Oklahoma Sooners grabbed a defensive playmaker in the transfer portal, but now he’s being sued by the Oregon Ducks. The Oklahoma Sooners hit the transfer portal hard this offseason.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / May 18

Oklahoma Hopes to Bolster Secondary With Pursuit of 2028 Defensive Back

Dailon Denkins hails from south of the Red River, but the Sooners are trying to lure him to Norman. Denkins, a Class of 2028 defensive back from Missouri City, TX, announced Monday that he received an offer from Oklahoma.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / May 18

Oklahoma Freshman DE Matthew Nelson Learning Through Bonds, Repetition

As an aerospace engineering major, much of Matthew Nelson’s school work is literally rocket science. Nelson’s football studies, though, are not. Nelson, from Bryant, AR, is a defensive end who signed with OU as part of its 2026 recruiting class.

Oklahoma Sooners News / A to Z Sports / May 18

Oklahoma is now likely going to lose out on having the No. 1 2027 recruiting class, and it has nothing to do with what they’ve done

The Oklahoma Sooners still have the No. 1 2027 recruiting class, but it likely won’t stay there for long. The Oklahoma Sooners are currently the team to beat in recruiting in the 2027 cycle.