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Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / October 22

Which Oklahoma Defensive Position Group Grades out Best in Mid-Season Report Card?

 With the bad out of the way with the Oklahoma offensive mid-season report card, it’s now time to turn the attention to the defense. The Sooners have been mostly excellent on defense, entering Saturday’s game against Mississippi State (2:30 p.m., SEC Network) No.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Heartland Sports / October 22

Freshmen Flex, Veterans Return as Oklahoma Softball Wraps Up Battle Series

EK Smith’s grand slam, Kendall Wells’ power and Nelly McEnroe-Marinas’ return highlight Oklahoma’s final fall intrasquad game as the Sooners turn their attention toward outside competition.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Heartland Sports / October 22

Column: The 45-Minute Masterpiece Left to Rot

Oklahoma's defense spent most of Saturday night making Kentucky uncomfortable. Then the fourth quarter arrived, the offense fell apart, and a performance that should have been good enough to win became another painful lesson in how little margin for error the Sooners can afford.

Jake Kreul News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / October 21

Jake Kreul the Latest Sign of Oklahoma's Improving Depth on Defensive Line

 While Oklahoma’s offensive line is being held together by duct tape and baling wire, the Sooners’ defensive front continues to be a fountain of riches.

Tory Blaylock News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / October 21

How Oklahoma Plans to Get Running Back Tory Blaylock More Involved

Tory Blaylock made an immediate impact when he arrived on campus last year. But the sophomore running back has yet to earn a high volume of carries in 2026.

College Football News / 5 GOATs / October 20
Oklahoma at Mississippi State odds: Opening point spread revealed

Oklahoma at Mississippi State odds: Opening point spread revealed

For the first time ever, Oklahoma and Mississippi State are set to collide inside Davis Wade Stadium on Saturday. Both programs are coming off disappointing losses in Week 7.

Hayden Hansen News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / October 20

Hayden Hansen Says Oklahoma Still Has Plenty to Play For

 Hayden Hansen couldn’t help but think back to a year ago Monday night. Hansen was at Florida then, coming shortly on the heels of a stunning upset win over Texas that failed to generate positive momentum going forward.

Manny Choice News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / October 19

Oklahoma WR Manny Choice Hopes to 'Build On' Breakout Performance

Sophomore wide receiver Manny Choice was arguably Oklahoma’s brightest star on offense in the Sooners’ 21-13 loss to No. 15 Kentucky on Saturday. Choice caught five passes for a game-high 98 yards.

Jake Kreul News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / October 19

Oklahoma Freshman Edge Rusher Earns SEC Weekly Honor

Despite the Sooners’ 21-13 loss to No. 15 Kentucky on Saturday, Jake Kreul took home some hardware for the first time of his collegiate career. Kreul, a first-year edge rusher from Florida, was named the SEC’s Freshman of the Week on Monday.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / October 19

At Oklahoma, One Side of the Ball Expects and the Other Side Hopes

It is a frightful thing to fall into the hands of a dysfunctional football team. Immediately the question becomes, “How can a team with such a strong defense and what appears to be a talented and experienced offense be so comically bad at times?” With any good question, the first task is to go out and find information and evidence.

Michael Hawkins News / A to Z Sports / October 19
Oklahoma Sooners’ quarterback issue is even worse when you really take a step back and look at what Michael Hawkins Jr. is doing

Oklahoma Sooners’ quarterback issue is even worse when you really take a step back and look at what Michael Hawkins Jr. is doing

The Oklahoma Sooners are missing Michael Hawkins Jr. right now as John Mateer keeps turning the ball over. The Oklahoma Sooners have a clear quarterback problem in John Mateer.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / October 18

John Mateer 'Battled His Butt Off' Yet Mistakes Continue to Doom Oklahoma

When you lose three games before Halloween at Oklahoma — while showing little hope that improvements can be made — communicating moral victories to the public falls on deaf ears.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / October 18
Where Does Oklahoma's Offensive Line Go From Here?

Where Does Oklahoma's Offensive Line Go From Here?

All momentum is out the window.  The Sooners succumbed to No. 15 Kentucky 21-13 Saturday at Oklahoma Memorial Stadium, and while there were good moments

Brent Venables News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / October 18

Brent Venables Says Oklahoma Will Build on ‘Good Things’ Offense Did vs. Kentucky

Back-breaking turnovers and poor offensive line play ultimately cost the Sooners in their 21-13 loss to No. 15 Kentucky on Saturday. But according to OU coach Brent Venables, the offense’s performance against the Wildcats was a step in the right direction.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / October 18

PFF Grades and Snap Counts for Oklahoma's Second Half Collapse Against Kentucky

A fantastic first half performance by John Mateer (60 overall grade on 72 snaps) and the Oklahoma offense was squandered in the second half thanks to turnovers and a decimated offensive line.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / October 18
Oklahoma's Offensive Line Remains a Mess With no Answers in Sight

Oklahoma's Offensive Line Remains a Mess With no Answers in Sight

COLUMN  Ryan Fodje couldn’t put weight on both legs late in Oklahoma’s 21-13 loss to Kentucky. The guard-turned-center-turned-left tackle gave it his absolute all and fought to remain on the field for the Sooners.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / October 16
Oklahoma Sooners have been predicted to land three new commits in the 2028 recruiting class who can be elite players

Oklahoma Sooners have been predicted to land three new commits in the 2028 recruiting class who can be elite players

The Oklahoma Sooners have some really good players in their 2027 recruiting class, and 2028 could end up being similar after being predicted to land some.

College Football News / Yardbarker / October 15
Will Stein knows the danger Oklahoma QB John Mateer presents to Kentucky

Will Stein knows the danger Oklahoma QB John Mateer presents to Kentucky

Will Stein knows his Kentucky Wildcats have a big challenge ahead of them. 

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Oklahoma Sooners beating Texas has allowed some huge results in an area you would think has taken a hit given their recent struggles

Oklahoma Sooners beating Texas has allowed some huge results in an area you would think has taken a hit given their recent struggles

The Oklahoma Sooners beat the Texas Longhorns in the Red River Rivalry, and the recruiting is doing great. The Oklahoma Sooners beat the Texas Longhorns in the 2026 Red River Rivalry, and the win should do a lot for the program.

College Football News / Larry Brown Sports / October 11
Jokes pour in after Arch Manning’s disastrous turnover against Oklahoma

Jokes pour in after Arch Manning’s disastrous turnover against Oklahoma

Disaster struck the No.1 Texas Longhorns on Saturday, with quarterback Arch Manning at the center of it.  The Longhorns star quarterback committed a costly turnover late in the game against the Oklahoma Sooners at the Cotton Bowl in Dallas, Texas.

Analyst explains why Texas' Arch Manning isn't the best QB prospect
Arch Manning's meltdown helps Oklahoma knock off No. 1 Texas
Video shows John Mateer trolling Texas after Oklahoma’s win
CFB Week 6 winners, losers: First-year coaches earn signature wins
College Football News / Yardbarker / October 11
Arch Manning's meltdown helps Oklahoma knock off No. 1 Texas

Arch Manning's meltdown helps Oklahoma knock off No. 1 Texas

The Red River Rivalry lived up to the hype on Saturday as Oklahoma knocked off No. 1 Texas, 27-24, thanks to a walk-off 47-yard field goal from Tate Sandell as time expired. 

Oklahoma stuns No. 1 Texas with walk-off field goal
Video shows John Mateer trolling Texas after Oklahoma’s win
Jokes pour in after Manning’s disastrous turnover against Oklahoma
Analyst explains why Manning isn't the best QB prospect
Kentucky pulls off bizarre feat with second straight overtime win
Brent Venables News / The Spun / October 10
Brent Venables Blamed For Lack Of Hype Surrounding No. 1 Texas vs. Oklahoma

Brent Venables Blamed For Lack Of Hype Surrounding No. 1 Texas vs. Oklahoma

Usually, the Red River Rivalry is appointment viewing for college football fans when they see that matchup on the schedule. That isn’t the case this year though.

Adrian Peterson News / Larry Brown Sports / October 7
Adrian Peterson's son lands an offer from one SEC team

Adrian Peterson's son lands an offer from one SEC team

Adrian Peterson is a future Pro Football Hall of Fame member, and now his son is trying to make a name for himself. Adrian Peterson Jr., who plays at Ridge Point High School in Texas, has now received an offer from Texas A&M, according to Sam Spiegelman of Rivals.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Yardbarker / October 1
Brent Venables, Oklahoma banking on upside at QB

Brent Venables, Oklahoma banking on upside at QB

Head coach Brent Venables had a tough decision to make this week as his Oklahoma Sooners are on a bye.

The 'College QBs who transferred schools' quiz
Oklahoma Sooners News / Larry Brown Sports / September 26
Five-star Oklahoma TE commit chokeslams opponent after INT

Five-star Oklahoma TE commit chokeslams opponent after INT

Seneca Driver already looks like a man among boys at 6-foot-6 and 240 pounds. On Friday night in Kentucky, the Boyle County two-way star made that mismatch look even more lopsided.

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