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Well, as expected, there was no DGB under the tree for the Oklahoma Sooners on National Signing Day this year. Even without the all-world receiver prospect, Bob Stoops and his overhauled coaching staff closed the 2012 recruiting class in strong fashion. Here are a five major takeaways from the 2012 class, as well as a few notable "awards" from recruiting season.1. A-Lone Star StateThe dearth of signees in this class hailing from Texas will undoubtedly get Barry Switzer's blood boiling. For longtime members of Sooner Nation, it feels like some kind of natural law has been violated. It may not feel right, but OU's recruiting has been drifting in this direction for a while. Whether or not it's a tipping point remains to be seen. However, before you go getting your crimson and cream knickers in a twist, remember that Rivals still rated this bunch the ninth-best recruiting class in the country.2. No DTs RequiredHow often does a team round up a recruiting class o...
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