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Oklahoma LB Owen Heinecke 'Played Out of His Mind' in First Career Start

Oklahoma LB Owen Heinecke 'Played Out of His Mind' in First Career Start

KNOXVILLE — Game planning for Brent Venables’ Oklahoma defense has turned into a game of Whac-A-Mole. Linebacker Kobie McKinzie was ruled out of OU’s contest

Brent Venables News / A to Z Sports / November 3
'You wear black to a funeral' - Oklahoma's Brent Venables gets real on the environment for Dark Mode at Neyland Stadium

'You wear black to a funeral' - Oklahoma's Brent Venables gets real on the environment for Dark Mode at Neyland Stadium

Oklahoma Sooners head coach Brent Venables, despite being in college football as a player or coach since 1989, had never been to Neyland Stadium before this past weekend's game against the Tennessee Vols.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / November 2
Oklahoma's Young OL Showed 'Zero Fear' to Pass Massive Road Test in Knoxville

Oklahoma's Young OL Showed 'Zero Fear' to Pass Massive Road Test in Knoxville

KNOXVILLE — Moments before Oklahoma’s final touchdown against Tennessee, redshirt freshman offensive lineman Eddy Pierre-Louis delivered a viral moment.  Before the Sooners broke the huddle to take the field on first-and-goal from the 1-yard line, Pierre-Louis head-butted true freshman left tackle Michael Fasusi.

Oklahoma Sooners News / A to Z Sports / November 2
Tennessee Vols receive some news that makes the loss to the Oklahoma Sooners hurt a little less

Tennessee Vols receive some news that makes the loss to the Oklahoma Sooners hurt a little less

The Tennessee Vols were unable to take advantage of an incredible atmosphere at Neyland Stadium on Saturday night, falling 33-27 to the Oklahoma Sooners.

John Mateer News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / November 2
How Oklahoma QB John Mateer 'Got the Job Done' Against Tennessee

How Oklahoma QB John Mateer 'Got the Job Done' Against Tennessee

KNOXVILLE — John Mateer showed flashes of the “Mateer Magic” that he displayed in his first four starts as Oklahoma’s starting quarterback. Mateer threw for 159 yards and rushed for 80 in the No.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / November 2
Brent Venables revealed the secret behind QB John Mateer being so much better in the second half vs. the Vols

Brent Venables revealed the secret behind QB John Mateer being so much better in the second half vs. the Vols

The Oklahoma Sooners' offense looked as good as we have seen in conference play all year when the second half kicked off against the Tennessee Volunteers.

Brent Venables News / A to Z Sports / November 2
'When's enough going to be enough?' - Oklahoma's Brent Venables makes strong statement after win over Tennessee

'When's enough going to be enough?' - Oklahoma's Brent Venables makes strong statement after win over Tennessee

The Oklahoma Sooners won a de facto College Football Playoff elimination game against the Tennessee Vols on Saturday night in Neyland Stadium. Tennessee is 6-3 after the loss to Oklahoma.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / November 2
Tate Sandell's Record Day Helped Oklahoma Stay Afloat at Tennessee

Tate Sandell's Record Day Helped Oklahoma Stay Afloat at Tennessee

Tate Sandell’s evening at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, TN, didn’t exactly start off ideally. The Oklahoma kicker was warming up before the game when his pants ripped.

Oklahoma Sooners News / A to Z Sports / November 2
'I'm not changing it' - Oklahoma kicker Tate Sandell addresses his shorts that went viral during win against Tennessee

'I'm not changing it' - Oklahoma kicker Tate Sandell addresses his shorts that went viral during win against Tennessee

Oklahoma Sooners kicker Tate Sandell was the star of the show on Saturday night in Neyland Stadium. Sandell connected on all four of his field goal attempts (three of which were over 50 yards) in the Sooners' 33-27 win over the Tennessee Vols.

Oklahoma Sooners News / A to Z Sports / November 2
How far the Tennessee Vols are expected to drop in the AP Top 25 poll after loss to the Oklahoma Sooners

How far the Tennessee Vols are expected to drop in the AP Top 25 poll after loss to the Oklahoma Sooners

The Tennessee Vols lost a game they couldn't afford to lose on Saturday night, falling 33-27 to the Oklahoma Sooners in Knoxville. It was the Volunteers' first home loss to a team other than the Georgia Bulldogs since 2021.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / November 2
Oklahoma's PFF Grades, Snap Counts Produced the Gritty Win at Tennessee

Oklahoma's PFF Grades, Snap Counts Produced the Gritty Win at Tennessee

Sooner Magic doesn’t exactly describe what unfolded Saturday night in Knoxville. This was something far less ethereal, far less fateful. Oklahoma beat Tennessee at storied Neyland Stadium not because of any stunning turnabout or shocking development.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Heartland Sports / November 2

Grit, Defense, and a Closer Who Can Kick from Anywhere Fuel Signature SEC Road Win For Sooners

Over the course of the football season, there are always one or two nights that feel like turning points — moments where a team isn’t…

John Mateer News / Sporting News / November 2

John Mateer leads Oklahoma past Tennessee 33-27

The Sooners quarterback is starting to bounce back.

Brent Venables News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / November 2
'When's Enough Gonna Be Enough?' What Brent Venables Said in His Postgame Radio Interview

'When's Enough Gonna Be Enough?' What Brent Venables Said in His Postgame Radio Interview

After arguably his biggest win as a head coach, Oklahoma's Brent Venables was very emotional. No. 18-ranked OU beat No. 14 Tennessee on Saturday night at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, a massive triumph for the Crimson and Cream on several fronts.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Sporting News / November 1

SEC standings: What Oklahoma's win against Tennessee means for SEC, College Football Playoff

The Sooners handed the Vols their third loss, which will likely prevent a return trip to the College Football Playoff for Tennessee.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / October 31

Takeaways From Oklahoma's Fourth Battle Series Matchup

 Oklahoma softball held its fourth of five Battle Series on Friday at Love’s Field, with a bit of a Halloween theme. The Sooners were broken up into three squads — the Shay Nightmares, Jessica Skulls and the Pumpkin Smashers.

Oklahoma Sooners News / NBA Draft on SI / October 30
Oklahoma Sooners' Roster Could Have Two 2026 NBA Draft Sleepers

Oklahoma Sooners' Roster Could Have Two 2026 NBA Draft Sleepers

College basketball season is almost here. Teams around the country have played exhibition games over the past month, and regular season contests begin on Monday, Nov.

College Football News / College Football News / October 30
Oklahoma vs Tennessee Prediction, Preview, and Betting Lines

Oklahoma vs Tennessee Prediction, Preview, and Betting Lines

This is it. This is the end of the season for the loser, and the winner stays alive for an at-large College Football Playoff spot. Realistically, 10-2 gets you in the discussion, but doesn’t guarantee anything.

Brent Venables News / Yardbarker / October 27
Oklahoma flips four-star WR Jahsiear Rogers from Penn State

Oklahoma flips four-star WR Jahsiear Rogers from Penn State

You never want to lose a game when you've got a top recruit that you're trying to flip in town for an official visit. The Oklahoma Sooners' loss to the Ole Miss Rebels mattered not in that regard, though.

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Brent Venables News / Yardbarker / October 14
Brent Venables took a shot at Big 12, which trolled him right back

Oklahoma's Brent Venables took a shot at Big 12, which trolled him right back

Whether Venables intentionally took a jab at the Big 12 or not, it's a bad look. He is deservingly getting roasted.

Big 12 social media account takes brutal shot at Brent Venables
Can Texas use rivalry win over Oklahoma as springboard for rest of season?
The 20 most memorable college football scandals
The 'College QBs who transferred schools' quiz
John Mateer News / Yardbarker / October 9
Oklahoma provides John Mateer update ahead of Red River Rivalry 

Oklahoma provides John Mateer injury update ahead of Red River Rivalry 

Mateer's status is one of the biggest storylines ahead of the rivalry bout.

Brent Venables refusing to get comfortable with Oklahoma at 5-0
'Where did they put their money?': Five things that have gone wrong for Texas besides Arch Manning's play
Bijan Robinson has a simple message for Texas QB Arch Manning
The 25 greatest players in SEC football history

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