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John Mateer putting in the work to take next step leading the Oklahoma Sooners back to the College Football Playoff

In his first season as quarterback of the Oklahoma Sooners, it's safe to sum up John Mateer's performance as inconsistent at best. After a solid start to the season, Mateer suffered a thumb injury in Oklahoma's Week 4 win over Auburn that affected him all year long.

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Aaliyah Chavez Helping Oklahoma in Major Ways Even if Shot Isn't Falling

Aaliyah Chavez doesn’t have a lot of NCAA Tournament experience under her belt quite yet. But on her biggest stage yet Sunday night in the second round

Oklahoma Muscles its way into Sweet 16 With win Over Michigan State

Raegan Beers stood in the backcourt, arms raised toward the rafters. Payton Verhulst, who had just drained a 3-pointer to — finally — give Oklahoma some breathing room, looked first for a hand slap from Zya Vann for the assist, and then gave Vann an encouraging tap.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / March 22

Kai Minor Homers Twice as Oklahoma Beats Ole Miss

Kai Minor's offensive production might be slightly overshadowed by fellow freshman Kendall Wells this season for Oklahoma. Her power might be overshadowed a bit by her own speed.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / March 22

Oklahoma Makes Top Eight for Blue-Chip 2027 Offensive Tackle

The Sooners have already done plenty of work to ensure that their offensive line is stout for years to come. Oklahoma has already earned pledges from four offensive linemen from the Class of 2027 — and one more could soon join the mix.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / March 22

Why Oklahoma HC Brent Venables Says John Mateer is ‘Focused’ Ahead of Spring Ball

High highs and low lows defined John Mateer’s first season at Oklahoma. Mateer, who transferred to OU ahead of the 2025 season, led the Sooners to a 10-3 record and their first College Football Playoff appearance since 2019.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / March 22

Oklahoma's 'Business-Like' Payton Verhulst Looking Forward to Taking on old Friends

Waiting in the tunnel of Lloyd Noble Center on Friday night, Payton Verhulst’s eyes quickly locked with Michigan State’s Jalyn Brown. Brown’s Spartans had just escaped Colorado State, 65-62, to set up a potential second-round NCAA Tournament matchup with Verhulst and Oklahoma.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / March 22

Oklahoma's Most Underrated Defensive Player at Every Position

Nothing about Nigel Smith’s Oklahoma career so far jumps off the page. He’s played in four games across two seasons, as he’s been stashed on the depth

Familiar Faces Square Off Down Low as Oklahoma Battles Michigan State for Spot in the Sweet 16

Sunday’s Second Round battle will pit strength versus strength in Norman. Oklahoma leans on center Raegan Beers, while Michigan State plays through its

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / March 21

Faith Torrez's Perfect 10 not Quite Enough to Lift Oklahoma to SEC Title

Faith Torrez hit a perfect 10 on the balance beam to close out the third rotation, but it wasn't quite enough for Oklahoma to avoid its first loss of the season.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / March 21

No. 8 Oklahoma Rallies to Defeat LSU, Win Road Series Over Tigers

It took nearly eight innings, but Oklahoma’s bats finally got moving late in the third game of its series against LSU. The No. 8 Sooners scored three runs in the eighth inning to defeat the Tigers 4-3 on Saturday.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / March 21

Oklahoma's Power Surge Continues With Run-Rule win at Ole Miss

Audrey Lowry allowed just two hits, and Kendall Wells homered twice and Ella Parker once as Oklahoma beat Ole Miss 9-0. Wells homered in the fifth and sixth innings as the Sooners (30-2, 4-0 SEC) extended their winning streak to 19 with the victory.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / March 21

How the Sooners Returned to Playing 'Oklahoma Basketball' in NCAA Tournament Opener

The Sooners found their joy on Friday night. There were plenty of smiles around the Lloyd Noble Center as 4-seed Oklahoma kicked off its NCAA Tournament

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / March 21

Oklahoma Laid Out its Blueprint for March Success Against Idaho

Beatrice Culliton was happy to wait on Friday night. The senior had Oklahoma’s placard in hand, surrounded by her teammates next to the official March

Patty Gasso News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / March 21

Oklahoma Has Miali Guachino's Back in Return to Ole Miss

Oklahoma coach Patty Gasso doesn’t want pitcher Miali Guachino to make too much of this weekend’s series at Ole Miss. Guachino was a big part of the Rebels’ pitching staff last season as a freshman, going 14-11 with a 3.65 ERA and 160 strikeouts in 136 innings, helping Ole Miss to its first Women’s College World Series appearance.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Heartland Sports / March 21

Inside the Numbers: No. 4 Oklahoma at Ole Miss — Historic Pace Meets First SEC Road Test

The numbers tell one story about No. 4 Oklahoma. Dominance.Firepower.Historic production. But this weekend, as the Sooners step into Oxford for the first road SEC…

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / March 21

Oklahoma Wakes up, Cruises to NCAA Tournament win Over Idaho

Early on in Friday’s NCAA Tournament opener against Idaho, Oklahoma looked like it was just waking up from a lengthy nap as the Sooners waited for their late-night start at Lloyd Noble Center.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / March 20

Savvy Sooners Earn Oklahoma a Rubber Match Against LSU After Friday Night Victory

LJ Mercurius (5-1, 1-1) had to step up for Oklahoma on the road. The UNLV transfer was following up a disastrous pitching and fielding performance in the No.

Brent Venables News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / March 20

How Oklahoma’s Freshmen Impressed Brent Venables During Winter Workouts

Brent Venables was able to take his hands off the wheel more than usual during the Sooners’ winter workouts. Oklahoma signed 25 freshmen as part of its 2026 recruiting class, and that group enrolled in January.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / March 20

Why Oklahoma GM Jim Nagy is ‘Fired Up’ About Roger Denny’s Arrival

Jim Nagy’s first year in Norman was largely successful. After joining OU’s staff in February 2025 as the Sooners’ general manager, Oklahoma went 10-3 and reached the College Football Playoff for the first time since 2019.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / March 20

Oklahoma Set to Host Top-100 Prospect from Class of 2028, per Report

Kamieon Compton-Nero still has nearly two years until he officially makes his college decision, but he’ll soon see if Oklahoma could be the right spot for him.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / March 20

'Blue Collar' Oklahoma Goes to Work During Extended Break Ahead of NCAA Tournament Opener

By the time Oklahoma tips off against Idaho in the NCAA Tournament late Friday night at Lloyd Noble Center, the Sooners will have gone two weeks between games.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / March 20

How Oklahoma Freshman Kicker Trace Rudd Has Learned from Tate Sandell

Trace Rudd likely won’t be called upon any time soon. Rudd is a kicker who signed with Oklahoma as part of its 2026 recruiting class. The true freshman will be the backup to Tate Sandell — who won the 2025 Lou Groza Award — during his first season at the collegiate level.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / March 20

Oklahoma Opens March Madness Against 'Legit' Idaho Team on 18-game Winning Streak

Oklahoma will have to snap a massive streak to advance to the Second Round of the 2026 NCAA Tournament. The 4-seeded Sooners host 13-seeded Idaho on Friday night (9 p.m., ESPN), and the Big Sky Champion Vandals have ripped off 18-straight wins. Idaho’s last loss came on Jan.

Cameron Johnson News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / March 19

Oklahoma Falls to LSU in Thursday Night Terror for Cameron Johnson

Cameron Johnson's (5-1, 4 runs, 1 earned) return to Baton Rouge was not how he dreamt it up. The former LSU Tiger and No. 7 Oklahoma seemed to both wish the series started on Friday instead of Thursday.