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Why Phil Steele Believes Oklahoma Can Navigate a Tough Schedule

Why Phil Steele Believes Oklahoma Can Navigate a Tough Schedule

Oklahoma's schedule projects to be brutal again. In their first five games, the Sooners will take trips to Ann Arbor to battle Michigan in The Big House, they'll head between the hedges for the first time to take on Georgia and the Sooners will take on Texas in the Red River Rivalry.

Jayden Jackson News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / July 14

Is Oklahoma DL Jayden Jackson Being Overlooked Ahead of Junior Season?

Assuming they stay healthy, David Stone and Jayden Jackson will make up arguably the nation’s best front line of defensive tackles. Stone and Jackson,

Oklahoma Sooners News / A to Z Sports / July 14
Oklahoma Sooners Baseball program just took a massive blow and got a huge boost all in the same week

Oklahoma Sooners Baseball program just took a massive blow and got a huge boost all in the same week

The Oklahoma Sooners are now a premier baseball program after winning the National Championship and having several players drafted in the MLB Draft. The Oklahoma Sooners have pretty much always been considered a football school first.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / July 14

Five Oklahoma Players Earn Recognition From Phil Steele

The preseason honors keep rolling in for the Sooners.  Five Oklahoma players were included on Phil Steele’s preseason All-American team.  Steele, the author

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / July 14
Oklahoma Announces Its SEC Media Day Representatives

Oklahoma Announces Its SEC Media Day Representatives

Oklahoma announced its representatives for SEC Media Day on Tuesday.  OU head coach Brent Venables will be joined by quarterback John Mateer, defensive end Taylor Wein and offensive lineman Eddy Pierre-Louis when the Sooners take on Tampa on July 20.

Oklahoma Sooners News / A to Z Sports / July 13
Oklahoma Sooners’ 2027 recruiting class just got a major boost, and they haven’t even landed a new player

Oklahoma Sooners’ 2027 recruiting class just got a major boost, and they haven’t even landed a new player

The Oklahoma Sooners have one of the best recruiting classes in the 2027 cycle, and a big reason is Gabriel Osborne. The Oklahoma Sooners just added another five-star to their 2027 recruiting class.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / July 13
In-state Oklahoma Commit Earns Fifth Star in Latest Recruiting Rankings

In-state Oklahoma Commit Earns Fifth Star in Latest Recruiting Rankings

The Sooners are now up to three 5-star commits. Cornerback Gabriel Osborne Jr., a Mustang, OK, native, earned a 5-star designation in the latest Rivals 300 rankings for the Class of 2027.  Osborne checks into those rankings as the nation’s No.

Brent Venables News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / July 13
What A Strong Offensive Year Would Do for Brent Venables' Oklahoma Program

What A Strong Offensive Year Would Do for Brent Venables' Oklahoma Program

Yes, if Oklahoma's offense makes a leap in year two under Ben Arbuckle, the Sooners may very well return to the College Football Playoff. That's with the understanding that the defense remains its elite self.

Oklahoma Sooners News / A to Z Sports / July 12
Oklahoma Sooners offensive line is showing that they really are putting in the work on ways not every position group can

Oklahoma Sooners offensive line is showing that they really are putting in the work on ways not every position group can

The Oklahoma Sooners have a good shot at having an elite offensive line in 2026. The Oklahoma Sooners‘ offensive line is taking its development seriously this offseason, and the latest move should catch the attention of anyone watching this group heading into 2026.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / July 12
Oklahoma Sooners position coach tells all regarding a player the entire fan base is waiting to see explode onto the scene

Oklahoma Sooners position coach tells all regarding a player the entire fan base is waiting to see explode onto the scene

The Oklahoma Sooners have the best defensive line in the country, and PJ Adebawore is a huge reason why. The Oklahoma Sooners‘ defensive line could be even more dangerous than expected in 2026, and defensive end coach Miguel Chaviz just let everyone know why.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / July 12
Oklahoma Sooners could already have their College Football Playoff pitch ready, and the season is still months out

Oklahoma Sooners could already have their College Football Playoff pitch ready, and the season is still months out

The Oklahoma Sooners have one of the hardest schedules in the country, and ESPN is just proving it. That could end up being their pitch to the College Football Playoff committee.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / July 12

Which Class of 2028 Prospects Could Take Oklahoma Gameday Visits in the Fall?

Oklahoma’s 2027 recruiting class has more than taken shape. With less than six months until Early Signing Day in December, the Sooners have landed commitments from 27 players from the Class of 2027.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / July 12

Where Every Oklahoma Player was Selected in the MLB Draft

This tracker will be updated as the MLB Draft progresses throughout the weekend. Oklahoma is still basking in the shine of capturing the program's third national title last month.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / July 12
How Full SEC Share Will Benefit Other Oklahoma Athletics Programs

How Full SEC Share Will Benefit Other Oklahoma Athletics Programs

 The effect of Oklahoma receiving a full share of SEC revenue distribution in this fiscal year might be most felt by the programs that don’t generate the bulk of revenue.

Oklahoma Sooners News / A to Z Sports / July 11
Oklahoma Sooners make a huge move to their staff that could upset some of the fan base, even though the hire is perfect

Oklahoma Sooners make a huge move to their staff that could upset some of the fan base, even though the hire is perfect

The Oklahoma Sooners are going to try to defend their National Championship with the hiring of Tyler Johnson on their staff. The Oklahoma Sooners baseball program added Tyler Johnson to the coaching staff as an assistant, bolstering Skip Johnson’s efforts to build a championship-caliber staff following Oklahoma’s first national title since 1994.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / July 11

Why Keldrid Ben’s Commentment Affirmation is Massive for Oklahoma

Oklahoma fans might have been concerned about Keldrid Ben’s status within the Sooners’ 2027 class, but the running back prospect shredded all doubts on Friday.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / July 11

How Will Oklahoma Softball Benefit From SEC Revenue Distribution?

When Oklahoma headed into the SEC two years ago, the Sooners’ softball team appeared to be in the best position to compete immediately in the conference.

Oklahoma Sooners News / A to Z Sports / July 10
Oklahoma Sooners fans were just sent into an immediate scare by one of the team’s elite 2027 commits

Oklahoma Sooners fans were just sent into an immediate scare by one of the team’s elite 2027 commits

The Oklahoma Sooners have one of the best recruiting classes in the 2027 cycle, and a big reason is Keldrid Ben, the four-star running back. The Oklahoma Sooners have a top-three class in the 2027 recruiting cycle.

Brent Venables News / Yardbarker / July 7
Oklahoma lands ATH Jaiden Fields over Texas A&M, TCU and others

Oklahoma lands ATH Jaiden Fields over Texas A&M, TCU and others

The Oklahoma Sooners are on the board with one of the better athletes in the 2027 recruiting class.

Jon Sumrall, Florida beat out Nebraska, Oregon for DB Kamauri Whitfield
James Franklin brings 'newfound swagger' to Virginia Tech on recruiting trail
Nebraska beats out top programs for four-star WR Khalil Taylor
John Mateer News / Larry Brown Sports / July 6
John Mateer spent the offseason working with a Heisman Trophy winner

John Mateer spent the offseason working with a Heisman Trophy winner

Oklahoma quarterback John Mateer turned to a former Heisman Trophy winner this offseason to help him improve. Mateer spent part of the offseason working with former Oklahoma quarterback Sam Bradford.

College Football News / Yardbarker / July 2
BYU beats out Oklahoma for 4-star EDGE Uhila Wolfgramm

BYU beats out Oklahoma for 4-star EDGE Uhila Wolfgramm

The BYU Cougars are on the board with one of the top recruits in the state, and this is a big commitment for coach Kalani Sitake and his staff.  

Notre Dame loses QB Trey Tagliaferri less than a week after his commitment to Irish
Penn State scores biggest recruiting win of the young Matt Campbell era with four-star QB James Armstrong
Lane Kiffin, LSU flip four-star safety recruit from Steve Sarkisian, Texas
Nation's No. 1 2028 recruit, Jett Harrison, commits to Ohio State Buckeyes
College Football News / Yardbarker / July 2
Notre Dame loses QB Trey Tagliaferri less than a week after his commitment to Irish

Notre Dame loses QB Trey Tagliaferri less than a week after his commitment to Irish

You don't often see the Notre Dame Fighting Irish on the wrong side of a flip, and that's especailly true when the commitment has just happened. 

Notre Dame QB CJ Carr just put the college football world on notice
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Oklahoma Sooners News / Just Baseball / June 23
Oklahoma’s Omaha Opus: Appreciating the Sooners’ National Championship Run

Oklahoma’s Omaha Opus: Appreciating the Sooners’ National Championship Run

With a 13-2 thumping of North Carolina, Oklahoma won the 2026 Men’s College World Series and capped off one of college baseball’s greatest postseason runs of all time.

College Baseball News / Yardbarker / June 22
Branch brothers wrap men's College World Series with incredible moment

Branch brothers wrap men's College World Series with incredible moment

The final game of the men's College World Series lacked drama, but it still delivered an incredible moment.

Oklahoma overpowers No. 5 North Carolina to win MCWS title
How Oklahoma crushed North Carolina in CWS championship series
Senior Cameron Padgett pitches in final game for UNC
Which Florida baseball players are returning for 2027?
Bobby Layne, Huston Street headed to National College Baseball HOF
John Mateer News / Yardbarker / June 20
Why Oklahoma Sooners' ceiling comes down to one player

Why Oklahoma Sooners' ceiling comes down to one player

In 2025, the Oklahoma Sooners went 10-3 while still making the College Football Playoff, losing to Alabama in the first round. Not good enough to feel completely polished as a program, but good enough to feel like progress.  For the Sooners to make some real noise in 2026, almost everything boils down to one player: quarterback John Mateer.

Will Miami return to the College Football Playoff in 2026?
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Early recruiting results for James Franklin a great sign for Virginia Tech
Brendan Sorsby's potential supplemental draft value revealed
The 'College QBs who transferred schools' quiz

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