Oklahoma Sooners: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

For Oklahoma, One Big Thing is Right in Front of Them, Right Here, Right Now

No one’s really talking about it — that’s bad juju, after all — but playoff madness is about to envelop Norman. Oklahoma is ranked No. 8 in this week’s College Football Playoff rankings, meaning if the Sooners beat LSU on Saturday and don’t somehow drop to 9 or below, they’ll host the first playoff game in OU history.

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Oklahoma’s Gracen Halton Showcases Sooners’ Defensive Development

Sometimes we take jobs without knowing the full scope of what we are tasked with doing. "I'll learn on the job," "I'm a fast learner," typically is the rallying cry of those who interview well.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / November 27

Oklahoma Keeps up Recent Recruiting Streak With Thanksgiving Addition

Oklahoma football got a Thanksgiving treat Thursday, picking up a commitment from four-star wide receiver Jayden Petit. Petit (6-foot-4, 195 pounds) is the No.

Oklahoma Sooners News / A to Z Sports / November 27

Oklahoma Sooners have something else to be thankful for after massive recruiting win just in time for the holidays

The Oklahoma Sooners are stacking up wins on and off the field to close out their 2025 season. After taking down the Tennessee Volunteers, Alabama Crimson Tide, and Missouri Tigers all in a row on the field, the Sooners have flipped several recruits off the field away from big time schools like Texas A&M and SMU.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / November 27

Oklahoma LB Kip Lewis is Thriving Under Brent Venables

Kip Lewis didn’t originally sign up to play in Brent Venables’ defense, but he’s become a key piece for Oklahoma’s dominant unit. Lewis verbally committed

College Football News / A to Z Sports / November 27

Sooners flip an elite playmaker which only helps make sense of some of the other moves Oklahoma has been making in their recruiting

The Oklahoma Sooners have been making some moves in their recruiting, specifically in their 2026 recruiting class. On Wednesday, the day before Thanksgiving, the Sooners had something new to be thankful for – a flip from 2026 safety Markel Ford.

Brent Venables News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / November 27

Oklahoma's Senior Day Will be Special for Brent Venables

Saturday’s Senior Day festivities will be special for Oklahoma coach Brent Venables. He’s four quarters away from taking the Sooners back to the College

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / November 27

Can Red October Ever Be Matched? 2025 Oklahoma Hopes Red November Can Do the Trick

A special thank you to George Schroeder, Berry Tramel and Mike Brooks for their invaluable help and added perspective for this story. Brent Venables has coached in, at last count, five of the biggest games of his head coaching career this season.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / November 25

Oklahoma Remains in Position to Host Playoff Game in New CFP Rankings

Oklahoma enters the final week of the regular season in position to host a College Football Playoff contest. The Sooners held steady at No. 8 in the newest CFP rankings that were released on Tuesday night. If the season ended today, OU would host No.

Oklahoma Sooners News / A to Z Sports / November 25

Sooners offensive coordinator Ben Arbuckle says what needs to be said about the offense as the season nears an end

The Oklahoma Sooners are a defensive juggernaut in the SEC. They have the best defense in the country, and that is why they have won the games they have won.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / November 25

Why Oklahoma WR Javonnie Gibson Treasures Playing for 'Winning' Sooners Team

Saturday’s game against LSU is massive for Oklahoma wide receiver Javonnie Gibson — for multiple reasons. Gibson, who transferred to Oklahoma from Arkansas-Pine Bluff ahead of the 2025 season, hails from Opelousas, LA.

Brent Venables News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / November 25

Oklahoma Coach Brent Venables Addresses the Team's Plan at Cheetah for LSU

Oklahoma coach Brent Venables held his final weekly press conference of the regular season on Tuesday ahead of the eighth-ranked Sooners' matchup with LSU.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / November 25

Brent Venables Clarifies Jovantae Barnes' Status Amidst Oklahoma's Running Back Issues

Don’t expect major changes to Oklahoma’s running back rotation against LSU, even with Xavier Robinson banged up. The sophomore is far from 100 percent, but he’s continually suited up to carry the rock for the No.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / November 25

Ben Arbuckle Believes Oklahoma's Struggling Offense Starts With Him

Outside of some timely plays, Isaiah Sategna III and Xavier Robinson's two-game stretch against Ole Miss and Tennessee, the Oklahoma offense doesn't project much confidence.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / November 25

Oklahoma Kicker Tate Sandell Named Finalist for Groza Award

By OU Media Relations University of Oklahoma redshirt junior kicker Tate Sandell was named as one of three finalists for the 34th Lou Groza Collegiate Place-Kicker Award presented by the Orange Bowl, the Palm Beach County Sports Commission announced Tuesday.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / November 25

Oklahoma's Kendal Daniels Embraces Bittersweet Finale: 'Time is My Enemy'

Kendal Daniels is no stranger to football in the state of Oklahoma. When Daniels made the move to the Sooners last January, it marked a new chapter — and now, as he prepares to face LSU on Saturday, the moment carries a special, bittersweet weight only someone deeply rooted in the state's football tradition could fully appreciate.

John Mateer News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / November 25

How 'Short, Easy' Passes From John Mateer Can Bolster Oklahoma's Offense

For Oklahoma to get out of its offensive rut, quarterback John Mateer believes that the Sooners will need to be creative. And that starts with him. Mateer has started the Sooners’ last six games after missing OU’s 44-0 win against Kent State on Oct.

Brent Venables News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / November 24

As Oklahoma Found Its Identity, Brent Venables Recognized Some Hard to Kill Qualities

One opportunity. One game. One win. With all apologies to Eminem, Oklahoma has a chance to make the College Football Playoff with a win on Saturday not because they lose themselves in the moment.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / November 24

Oklahoma Sooners are now projected to land another talented quarterback in a future recruiting cycle

The Oklahoma Sooners are on fire on the field and off the field. They're currently 9-2 and have a spot in the College Football Playoff if they beat the LSU Tigers.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Pro Football Rumors / November 24

Falcons DB Billy Bowman Jr. suffers Achilles tear

During Friday’s walk-through leading up to the Falcons’ Week 12 game, Billy Bowman Jr. suffered an Achilles injury. Doubts have since been expressed about the chances of a return late in the year, and that will indeed not take place.

Brian Kelly News / 5 GOATs / November 23

LSU vs. Oklahoma odds: Opening point spread released

LSU travels to Oklahoma for a Week 14 clash in the Southeastern Conference. With game day approaching, the opening odds and point spread have been revealed.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Pro Football Rumors / November 22

Falcons place Billy Bowman Jr., Zach Harrison on IR

The Atlanta Falcons will be notably shorthanded on defense for the foreseeable future. Billy Bowman Jr.‘s Achilles injury will leave him sidelined for at least the next four games.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Gridiron Heroics / November 22

Oklahoma Sooners Expected Not to Have Star Player in Week 13 Matchup vs. Misssouri

The eighth-ranked Oklahoma Sooners are going to be ready for a massive SEC battle against the 22nd-ranked Missouri Tigers. With this game meaning a lot for the College Football Playoff rankings, one star player is expected to miss this game.

College Football News / Yardbarker / November 17