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Former Oklahoma WR Jayden Gibson Transferring to SEC Foe, per Report

Former Sooner wideout Jayden Gibson is reportedly heading across the conference. Gibson, who did not appear in a game for OU in 2025, will transfer to South Carolina, per a report from Hayes Fawcett of On3.

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Sooners 2026 freshman is already taking things from an OU player who isn't even on the team anymore

The Oklahoma Sooners have recruited the defensive line at an extremely elite level over the last few years. One of the best we have seen as of late is edge rusher R Mason Thomas, who’s set to enter the 2026 NFL Draft as a potential first-round pick.

David Stone News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / January 4

Oklahoma Star Defensive Lineman Reportedly Will Return for 2026 Season

After a breakout sophomore campaign in 2025, David Stone reportedly will run it back. Stone, a defensive tackle and former 5-star prospect, has re-signed with Oklahoma, per Hayes Fawcett of On3.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / January 4

Oklahoma Edge Rusher Commits Compete in Under Armour All-America Game

Now that it’s officially 2026, the Sooners have firmly turned the page on the 2025 season. Though Oklahoma had its best season since the COVID-19 pandemic and reached the College Football Playoff for the first time since 2019, the Sooners have dreams of deeper playoff runs.

College Football News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / January 4

Oklahoma Earns TE Pledge From the Transfer Portal

The Oklahoma Sooners have added to their offense for 2026. The University of Florida's Hayden Hansen — who has one year of eligibility remaining — announced his commitment to Oklahoma via his Twitter account.

Joe Jon Finley News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / January 4

Who Will Oklahoma Hire to Replace Tight Ends Coach Joe Jon Finley?

The Sooners are on the hunt for their next tight ends coach. Oklahoma is expected to fire Joe Jon Finley, per a report from Sooner Scoop’s George Stoia.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / January 4

Oklahoma Sooners in hot pursuit of transfer portal visit from All-Conference playmaker who could radically transform offense

The Oklahoma Sooners have gotten off to a fast start in the transfer portal, lining up several visits from talented playmakers all across the country on both sides of the ball.

College Football News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / January 4

A Pair of Underclassmen Emerged as Stars at Cornerback in 2025

With Oklahoma’s 2025 season fully in the rearview, Sooners on SI is handing out position-by-position grades for every area of the team, continuing today with the cornerbacks. Jay Valai built a deep and impactful cornerback room in 2025.

Oklahoma Sooners News / A to Z Sports / January 4

Oklahoma Sooners are set to host a visit for a player who’s team is currently in the College Football Playoff

The transfer portal is now open and will close on Jan. 16. From now until then, the Oklahoma Sooners will have to find players in the portal to replace the ones they have already lost, whether they lost them to the portal, to a lack of eligibility, or to the 2026 NFL Draft.

Oklahoma Sooners News / A to Z Sports / January 4

Oklahoma Sooners star player now has his own version of what every athlete dreams of doing

No one wants to have the flu. But every athlete wants to have their version of Michael Jordan’s “flu game.” There’s not one athlete who, when they do get the flu, doesn’t want to try and go out there to have their “flu game.” On Saturday, Oklahoma Sooners guard Xzayvier Brown had his.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / January 3

Takeaways from Oklahoma's SEC Opening Win over Ole Miss

Xzayvier Brown got things going with four-point play from beyond the arc. He was joined in the three-point shooting barrage by Derrion Reid and Tae Davis, who each hit a three in the opening minutes to spark the Oklahoma Sooners' (11-3, 1-0) offensive attack.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / January 2

Sooners could land another blue-chip player in the 2027 class over other blue-blood programs

The Oklahoma Sooners have the No. 1 2027 recruiting class by most of the composite rankings. They can extend that ranking soon, if they end up landing four-star cornerback Montre Jackson.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / January 2

Former Oklahoma Quarterback Looks to Win Third Consecutive Division Title

Despite a rough last couple of months, quarterback Baker Mayfield and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are still alive. The Bucs (7-9) will battle the Carolina Panthers (8-8) on Saturday for both teams’ regular-season finale. Tampa Bay must win the contest to have a chance to win the NFC South title and reach the playoffs.

Taylor Tatum News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / January 2

Former Blue-Chip Running Back Set to Transfer from Oklahoma, per Report

After playing in only one game in 2025, running back Taylor Tatum is on the move. Tatum entered the transfer portal on Friday morning, per a report from ESPN’s Max Olson.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / January 2

Oklahoma GM Jim Nagy is Ready to Get to Work as the Transfer Portal Officially Opens

The transfer portal officially opens on Friday, and Oklahoma’s needs are becoming clear. A flurry of activity on Wednesday saw a host of Sooners reportedly

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / January 1

Oklahoma Shakes Off Sluggish Start to Roll Texas A&M in SEC Opener

Oklahoma shook off a slow start to start SEC play on the right foot and extend its winning streak to 12. The No. 8 Sooners turned the ball over 16 times

Oklahoma Sooners News / A to Z Sports / January 2

Sooners are getting exactly what they hoped for from new freshman and it’s barely 2026

The No. 8-ranked team in the country has been on a roll this year. The Oklahoma Sooners Women’s Basketball team has just one loss on the year, as they lost to one of the best teams in the country, UCLA.

Brent Venables News / A to Z Sports / January 1

Oklahoma Sooners, Brent Venables take critical step to improve offense heading into 2026 by finally giving the fans what they wanted

The Oklahoma Sooners are fresh off of a disappointing finish to their strong 2025 season, dropping the first round of the College Football Playoff to the Alabama Crimson Tide 34-24.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / January 1

Sooners could snap a drought they've had since 2014, but they're relying on two players who haven't even played CFB yet

The Oklahoma Sooners are going to have a significant change in the quarterback room in 2026. Four-star quarterback Bowe Bentley will be in the room; we’re not sure if John Mateer will be back, and now Michael Hawkins has entered the transfer portal.

Michael Hawkins News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / January 1

What Michael Hawkins Jr.’s Departure Could Mean for Oklahoma’s QB Room

The No. 2 spot at quarterback on OU’s depth chart will list a different name in 2026. Michael Hawkins Jr., the Sooners’ backup quarterback in 2025, announced on Wednesday that he plans to enter the transfer portal.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / January 1

Oklahoma Kicks Off SEC Play With New Year's Day Road Tilt

The new year brings a new phase to Oklahoma’s schedule. Jennie Baranczyk’s team is riding an 11-game winning streak, the second-longest streak in program history, as the Sooners open SEC play on New Year’s Day. A road trip to take on Texas A&M (7-2) represents the first conference test of the year for No.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / January 1

Surprising portal departure means Oklahoma Sooners have to hit the transfer portal for position they might not have expected to

A slew of Oklahoma Sooners players hit the transfer portal on Wednesday, making it one of the busiest days in the portal I can recall. 10 players hit the portal in a single day.

Ty Simpson News / Yardbarker / December 20

Ty Simpson thanks media for writing Alabama off after playoff win over Oklahoma

Simpson had a message for everyone who doubted the Crimson Tide.

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Oklahoma Sooners News / Larry Brown Sports / December 20

Oklahoma fans left early during Sooners’ choke job against Alabama

Oklahoma fans got strapped into a rollercoaster of emotions Friday that crashed and burned at the hands of Alabama. The Sooners gave their fans plenty to cheer about early as they took a 17-0 lead in the second quarter at Memorial Stadium in Norman, Okla.

Brent Venables News / Yardbarker / December 16

Brent Venables makes bold admission about being HC of Oklahoma

Brent Venables has got to be feeling good about where the Oklahoma Sooners are in his fourth season with the program. There have certainly been ups and downs for him in Norman, but he currently has the Sooners ranked No.

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