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Oklahoma's Fall Camp Skill Position Battles 'Iron Sharpening Iron Every Day'

When Courtland Guillory said he believed the "offense would do some damage," in 2026, it may have come off as a player praising his teammates. But even in his relative short time in Norman, Guillory isn't one to say things he doesn't believe.

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How Oklahoma DEs Adepoju Adebawore, Danny Okoye ‘Completely Transformed Their Games’

Regardless of who starts on the opposite side of Taylor Wein in Oklahoma’s season opener, the Sooners’ defensive end room is in good shape. Vying for the starting right defensive end spot are senior Adepoju Adebawore and junior Danny Okoye.

College Football News / Yardbarker / August 28

Former Oklahoma QB named starter for Big 12 school

In the offseason, Michael Hawkins Jr. left Oklahoma for the transfer portal. Hawkins then ended up at West Virginia, and it looks like he will be the starting QB for the Mountaineers.

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Prince Ijioma News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / August 28

Warm Welcome Allowing Transfer CB Prince Ijioma to Thrive at Oklahoma

Oklahoma didn’t feel foreign to Prince Ijioma when he arrived on campus. Ijioma, a cornerback who transferred to OU from Mississippi Valley State, grew up in Little Elm, Texas, located just a couple hours away from Norman in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.

Michael Fasusi News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / August 27

'Not Just Here to Check a box': Oklahoma OT Michael Fasusi Expecting More From Himself in 2026

A year ago, Michael Fasusi was just working to break into the lineup as Oklahoma rotated through a cast of offensive linemen. Fasusi earned a starting nod by the Michigan game and wound up making 10 starts at left tackle and earning Freshman All-American honors by On3.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / August 27

Which Oklahoma Freshmen Could Push for Playing Time in 2026?

In 2026, the Sooners saw Courtland Guillory, Michael Fasusi and Ryan Fodje take meaningful roles as true freshmen at Oklahoma. Guillory, a cornerback who tied for a team-high seven pass breakups, earned On3 Freshman All-American honors.

Taylor Wein News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / August 27

Oklahoma’s Taylor Wein Says Tank Carrington ‘Reminds Me of Jayden Jackson’

You can add this compliment from Taylor Wein to the growing list of superlatives used to describe Tank Carrington. A few weeks after Brent Venables compared Carrington to Jayden Jackson, Wein echoed that sentiment on Tuesday.

Jake Maikkula News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / August 27

Oklahoma's Jake Maikkula Continuing to Guide Sooners' Young Linemen Despite Injury

With Jake Maikkula sidelined for the time being, the position in the middle of the offensive line is up for grabs. Maikkula, a center entering his fifth season, suffered a leg injury in practice on Aug.

B.J. Edwards News / Busting Brackets / August 27

Oklahoma’s biggest offseason gamble could disappear before B.J. Edwards plays a game

Porter Moser appeared to land one of the most complete guards remaining in the transfer portal when B.J. Edwards committed to Oklahoma on Aug. 13. Now, the Sooners may lose him before he ever appears in a game.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / August 27

Who Will Enjoy a Breakout Season for Oklahoma?

The Sooners on SI staff drafted their picks for the player who will end the year as Oklahoma’s breakout star in 2026. Arguably the Sooners’ most athletic player (or at least most versatile), Danny Okoye enters his junior season at 6-foot-3, 257 pounds and a whole lot more ready to play SEC football in 2026.

College Football News / College Football News / August 27

Oklahoma vs UTEP Prediction: The Sooners' Calm Before the Storm

When last we saw Oklahoma, it was melting down in a puzzling and painful College Football Playoff home loss to Alabama. You’re about to be seeing a lot more of Oklahoma over the next several weeks, but first, it has a warm-up date against a potentially plucky UTEP team.

John Mateer News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / August 26

Oklahoma QB John Mateer has Been an ‘Amazing Leader’ for Sooners’ O-linemen

For Oklahoma’s offense to improve in 2026, the Sooners’ offensive linemen must be in tune with quarterback John Mateer. And according to transfer center Caleb Nitta, that hasn’t been difficult, thanks to Mateer’s character.

Eli Bowen News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / August 26

Oklahoma CB Eli Bowen ‘Excited’ as he Enters 2026 Season Fully Healthy

With just over a week until the Sooners begin their 2026 season, Eli Bowen is as excited as he’s ever been. Bowen, a junior cornerback, missed OU’s 2025 opener against Illinois State, due to a leg injury.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / August 26

Taylor Wein, Oklahoma Defense Understand ‘Weaknesses’ and Are Ready to Fix Them

When a defense that last season ranked in the top 3 per ESPN's SP+ metric says that it spent all offseason focusing on its flaws, it's okay to have some lofty goals.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / August 25

WR Elijah Thomas' 'Maturation' has him Ready to Shine in Oklahoma's Offense

Elijah Thomas is ready to break through in Year 2. The Checotah, Okla., product generated a lot of hype in fall camp a year ago, but he was limited to a role on special teams as a true freshman. He values that experience from a year ago, but Thomas is ready to help Ben Arbuckle’s offense.

Reggie Powers III News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / August 25

Oklahoma has ‘Several Guys’ who can Back up Reggie Powers III at Cheetah

Reggie Powers III became a staple at the cheetah position — a hybrid role that combines the duties of a linebacker and a defensive back — late in the 2025 season.

Oklahoma Sooners News / A to Z Sports / August 25

Oklahoma Sooners No. 1 tight end and 2027 commit Seneca Driver just did some unthinkable things in his recent high school game

The Oklahoma Sooners have to love what they’re seeing from tight end Seneca Driver in high school. The Oklahoma Sooners‘ 2027 recruiting class is loaded, and tight end Seneca Driver might be the crown jewel.

Jonathan Hatton News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / August 25

Oklahoma's Jonathan Hatton Jr. Putting Together a 'Reliable' Fall Camp

How much can be read into the preseason hype videos produced by the University of Oklahoma’s social media team? That answer is up to the viewer. But the clips can occasionally offer clues about newcomers’ early standing within the roster.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Athlon Sports / August 25

5 Greatest Defensive Players in Oklahoma Sooners Football History

Only two schools in the country feature at least two players who were named to the Associated Press’ All-Time All-American team: Miami (FL) and Oklahoma.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Athlon Sports / August 25

5 Greatest Running Backs in Oklahoma Sooners History

There aren’t many teams in college football history that can boast as impressive a list of running backs as Oklahoma. Three of the top five here won Heisman Trophies.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / August 25

Which Oklahoma Freshmen Might See Valuable Special Teams Roles in Year 1?

While only a select group of Oklahoma true freshmen see notable roles on offense or defense, first-year players are frequently used on special teams. Ever

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / August 25

How Can Oklahoma’s Defense Force More Turnovers in 2026?

For how strong Oklahoma’s defense was in 2025, the Sooners largely struggled to force turnovers. OU didn’t log its first takeaway until its Week 5 game against Kent State last year.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Viral Sports News / August 24

Former Oklahoma Sooners WR Gets Terminated by NFL Team

The Oklahoma Sooners football community has watched Mario Williams bounce from promise to setback more than once. This week, the latest chapter closed in Los Angeles: the Rams terminated the former Oklahoma wide receiver’s contract after waiving him from injured reserve with an injury settlement.