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Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / July 16

Local Star Goose Hutchens Reclassifies, Will Join Oklahoma for 2027 Season

A local star will arrive at Oklahoma a year early. Juliana "Goose" Hutchens, the No. 1-rated player in the 2027 recruiting class per Softball America, is reclassifying.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / July 16
Oklahoma Sooners fans are going to love what was just confirmed about the football team’s upcoming 2026 schedule

Oklahoma Sooners fans are going to love what was just confirmed about the football team’s upcoming 2026 schedule

The Oklahoma Sooners are going to be a much more fun team to watch in 2026, and seeing them in their throwback uniforms against Kentucky will be fun, too.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / July 16

Which of Oklahoma’s Defensive Position Groups has Improved the Most?

Oklahoma didn’t need to completely retool any of its defensive position groups during the offseason. The Sooners’ defense carried them to a 10-3 record and a College Football Playoff appearance in 2025.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / July 16

Oklahoma's Offensive Rebuild Draws Praise From College Football Expert

Oklahoma emphasized improving around quarterback John Mateer. Head coach Brent Venables and general manager Jim Nagy combined to scour the transfer portal,

Brent Venables News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / July 15

Three Ways Oklahoma’s Brent Venables Can Solidify Himself as a Top 10 Coach

Talking season is in full effect. With still over a month until the 2026 season, networks, analysts and college football talking heads have begun ranking everything from players to coaches, teams and gameday atmospheres.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / July 15
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.

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
One Sooners player is the most recent victim of CFB 27’s recent hilarious moments at launch, but this one’s much different

One Sooners player is the most recent victim of CFB 27’s recent hilarious moments at launch, but this one’s much different

The Oklahoma Sooners defensive lineman Trent Wilson is one of the more recent examples of CFB27’s mishaps. The Oklahoma Sooners are probably going to be one of the more fun teams to play with in the new College Football 27 video game.

College Football News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / July 13

Which Oklahoma Players Will Be Stars in College Fantasy Football?

College football fans will have a new way to immerse themselves into their favorite sport this fall. Last week, Yahoo announced that it will host college fantasy football leagues on its website for the 2026 season.

Oklahoma Sooners News / A to Z Sports / July 13
Oklahoma Sooners will need someone to have a breakout season on offense in 2026, and there are a few obvious candidates

Oklahoma Sooners will need someone to have a breakout season on offense in 2026, and there are a few obvious candidates

The Oklahoma Sooners are in for a tough year with the second-hardest schedule in college football. They will need one of Elijah Thomas, Manny Choice, or Jonathan Hatton Jr.

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 / 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 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
Marcus Freeman 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
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?
Can Indiana stay on top of college football in 2026?
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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