Oklahoma Sooners: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Heath Ozaeta News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / September 22

'100%': Oklahoma OL Heath Ozaeta Says Sooners can Turn Things Around up Front, With Run Game

Heath Ozaeta knew the questions were going to come. “Obviously you all know, you’re going to keep saying this to me,” the Oklahoma guard said in answering the second question he was asked following Monday’s practice.

David Stone News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / September 21

Who Steps in for Injured Oklahoma DT David Stone?

David Stone had two of the biggest defensive plays of Saturday night's 14-6 Oklahoma win over New Mexico. Without those two plays from the junior defensive tackle, there's a chance the Sooners would've walked away with a stunning loss instead of an ugly victory.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / September 21

Oklahoma Adds Pair of 2028 Middle Infield Commits

Oklahoma softball's 2028 recruiting momentum continued Monday with a pair of commits. The Sooners picked up commitments from middle infielders Kate McCartney and Gia Ryan.

John Mateer News / A to Z Sports / September 21

Oklahoma Sooners QB John Mateer is showing empathy with the fan base, but there’s no way they want to hear it

The Oklahoma Sooners need better play from quarterback John Mateer, and he knows it too. The Oklahoma Sooners are right back in the same position they were last year, and this time it could be even worse.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / September 21

Oklahoma GM Jim Nagy's Offseason Decisions Now Under the Microscope

The obvious must be acknowledged: Oklahoma’s opportunity for a major in-season reset has passed. If the Sooners are going to develop an offense capable of scoring enough to complement an elite defense, it will require better coaching from Brent Venables and Ben Arbuckle — and better play from John Mateer.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / September 21

Oklahoma's Revamped TE Room Has Been Silver Lining Amid Offensive Woes

Oklahoma’s offensive struggles in its last two games have looked all too familiar. The blocking has been bad. Quarterback John Mateer has been inaccurate.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / September 20

'That was Ugly': Oklahoma's Offense Falters Against New Mexico With Tougher Tests on the Horizon

Oklahoma won its football game Saturday night. The scoreboard said it, so it must be true. The Sooners beat New Mexico 14-6 on Owen Field. But the Oklahoma offense was undoubtedly a loser in the non-conference finale.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / September 20

Oklahoma's PFF Grades, Snap Counts for the Sooners' 'Ugly' Win vs. New Mexico

Other than the outcome, Oklahoma would like to forget about their 14-6 win over New Mexico. The offense continued where it left off in Ann Arbor. Inconsistent, lacking explosive plays — let alone, an identity — and even worse, a propensity to make crucial mistakes.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / September 20

Oklahoma QB John Mateer's Inconsistencies on Full Display in Victory Over New Mexico

Oklahoma’s best offensive play against New Mexico nearly didn’t happen. Quarterback John Mateer hit Isaiah Sategna for a 53-yard touchdown in the third

John Mateer News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / September 19

John Mateer, Oklahoma's Offense Puts up Putrid Grades in Narrow win

Oklahoma's game against New Mexico was never going to ease the fanbase after last week's loss to Michigan. But the Sooners could've at least tempered that anxiety.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / September 19

Three Takeaways From No. 24 Oklahoma's Ugly Win Over New Mexico

Oklahoma needed a response on Saturday. But the No. 24 Sooners’ performance against New Mexico won’t inspire much confidence. The offensive struggles

John Mateer News / A to Z Sports / September 19

John Mateer’s struggles sting worse due to a mistake the Oklahoma Sooners made years ago that he has nothing to do with

The Oklahoma Sooners ended up going with John Mateer over Michael Hawkins, and it could be big mistake. The Oklahoma Sooners may have regressed as a team, and it’s one of the most shocking things we have seen in college football.

Paul Finebaum News / The Spun / September 19

Paul Finebaum Declares War Against 'Horrible' Big Ten This Season

ESPN’s Paul Finebaum doesn’t seem to subscribe to the idea that two things can be true at the same time. His recent remark about the Big Ten Conference might be proof of that.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / September 19

Which Under the Radar Sooners Could Star Against New Mexico?

Can a team’s leading receiver fly under the radar? Rocky Beers leads the Sooners with eight catches and 137 yards through two games. But Beers will need to step up again this week and do even more because the Sooners’ second-leading receiver, Trell Harris, is out for the foreseeable future with a significant injury.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / September 19

What X-Factors Could Shape No. 24 Oklahoma's Contest Against New Mexico?

It seems ridiculous to say, but after his latest disappointment in Ann Arbor, OU quarterback John Mateer has even seen calls for backup Whitt Newbauer’s call-up to the QB1 job.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / September 18

New Faces and Old Reliable: Three Bold Predictions for Oklahoma-New Mexico

Oklahoma tries to turn the page Saturday when the No. 24 Sooners take on New Mexico at 6:30 p.m. at Gaylord Family — Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. There are plenty of questions in this matchup for the Sooners.

College Football News / College Football News / September 18

Oklahoma vs New Mexico Prediction: The Sooners' Dangerous Gut Check Game

There’s absolutely no time for Oklahoma (1-1) to sulk. It has a brutal run of SEC games coming up starting next week, and after the 17-10 loss at Michigan, it can reasonably afford just one more loss if it wants to get back to the College Football Playoff.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / September 18

Three Oklahoma Players Who Need a Strong Performance Against New Mexico

The Sooners have one more chance to get things right before SEC play begins. No. 24 Oklahoma (1-1) hosts New Mexico (2-0) on Saturday (6:30 p.m., ESPN2), needing an improved showing from the offense ahead of next week’s trip to No.

College Football News / EasySportz / September 14

Is Oklahoma In Panic Mode Right Now?

Oklahoma might be in serious trouble. The Sooners entered this season ranked No. 10 in the country with legitimate College Football Playoff expectations.

College Football News / EssentiallySports / September 14

'Terrible': Paul Finebaum Blasts Oklahoma’s $63M Brent Venables Decision, Says Sooners’ Season Could Be Over in October

Oklahoma’s 17-10 road stumble at Michigan did a lot more than just give the Sooners an early loss. It immediately put head coach Brent Venables under the microscope and raised sharp questions about the school’s massive offseason commitment to him.

John Mateer News / Yardbarker / September 14

Oklahoma's John Mateer has bizarre excuse for loss to Michigan

Oklahoma's John Mateer has bizarre excuse for tough loss to Michigan

The Oklahoma Sooners couldn't get much going in an ugly 17-10 loss to Michigan.

Oklahoma's stumble against Michigan foreshadows ugly times ahead

Michigan gets signature win with Oklahoma upset, but big Bryce Underwood questions remain

Oregon in deep trouble after historic upset loss to Oklahoma State

Oklahoma State coach had the best comment after upsetting Oregon

The 'College QBs who transferred schools' quiz

College Football News / Yardbarker / September 12

Michigan gets signature win, but big QB questions remain

Michigan gets signature win with Oklahoma upset, but big Bryce Underwood questions remain

At some point, Underwood is going to have to make some plays with his arm. Michigan doesn't seem to trust that he can (or will).

Gunner Stockton throws five TDs as No. 2 Georgia crushes Western Kentucky

Charlie Becker scores three TDs in No. 5 Indiana's rout of Howard

No. 10 Texas A&M forces three late turnovers in win over Arizona State

Rocco Becht, No. 16 Penn State topple Temple

Virginia Tech gains measure of revenge, blows out Old Dominion

College Football News / Yardbarker / September 4

Oklahoma AG calls court ruling a ‘slap in the face’ to college sports

The LSU Tigers are set to add Dae'Quan Wright and Zxavian Harris to their rosters after the two spent nearly the entire summer on NFL rosters while also being in training camps.

Joel Klatt says the truth about Lane Kiffin and the LSU Tigers

Five biggest questions for Week 1 of the college football season

Top four games to watch in Week 1 of 2026 college football season

The 'College QBs who transferred schools' quiz