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Oklahoma Sooners News / Heartland Sports / October 22
Turning the Page: Recalibrating Oklahoma’s Postseason Options 
At 3–3, the Sooners have little margin for error left. Bowl eligibility remains within reach, but the path to a nine-win regular season requires a complete turnaround—and it starts in Starkville.
Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / October 22
Why Oklahoma's Defense Has a 'Fireman' Outlook
Turnovers, three-and-outs and, at times, an inability to do anything basic have all continued to plague Brent Venables in his hunt for a decent offense.
Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / October 22
Why Oklahoma DTs Coach Todd Bates has Stayed ‘Planted’ in Norman
Oklahoma defensive tackles coach Todd Bates doesn’t plan on jumping ship any time soon. Bates, who has been on OU’s staff since 2022, has helped the Sooners’ defense improve in each year since his arrival. Only 43 years old, Bates will have plenty of opportunities to become a defensive coordinator or head coach if that’s what he chooses.
Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / October 22
Which Oklahoma Defensive Position Group Grades out Best in Mid-Season Report Card?
With the bad out of the way with the Oklahoma offensive mid-season report card, it’s now time to turn the attention to the defense. The Sooners have been mostly excellent on defense, entering Saturday’s game against Mississippi State (2:30 p.m., SEC Network) No.
Jake Kreul News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / October 21
Jake Kreul the Latest Sign of Oklahoma's Improving Depth on Defensive Line
While Oklahoma’s offensive line is being held together by duct tape and baling wire, the Sooners’ defensive front continues to be a fountain of riches.
Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / October 20
Forcing Turnovers Part of Oklahoma Defense's 'Formula for Success'
It’s hard to pin any of Oklahoma’s struggles on the defense. The Sooners, who are 3-3 after falling 21-13 to Kentucky on Saturday, are second in the SEC in total defense, allowing only 260.7 yards per game.
Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / October 20
Is Caleb Nitta the Next Man Up for Oklahoma's Offensive Line?
Things keep getting more complicated for Bill Bedenbaugh’s offensive line. The Sooners took on Kentucky without left tackle Michael Fasusi and guards
Bowe Bentley News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / October 20
Bowe Bentley is 'Always Learning' But Oklahoma May Need Him to Accelerate His Growth
With seven games left in his Oklahoma career, John Mateer remains firmly entrenched as Oklahoma's starting quarterback. "We believe that he gives us the best chance to win," Ben Arbuckle said during his Tuesday press conference.
Ryan Fodje News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / October 20
Ben Arbuckle: Ryan Fodje Remained in Game due to Lack of Depth
Coming off a 21-13 loss to Kentucky and heading into Saturday's matchup at Mississippi State, Oklahoma coach Brent Venables was not at his regular Tuesday press conference.
College Football News / 5 GOATs / October 20
Oklahoma at Mississippi State odds: Opening point spread revealed
For the first time ever, Oklahoma and Mississippi State are set to collide inside Davis Wade Stadium on Saturday. Both programs are coming off disappointing losses in Week 7.
Hayden Hansen News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / October 20
Hayden Hansen Says Oklahoma Still Has Plenty to Play For
Hayden Hansen couldn’t help but think back to a year ago Monday night. Hansen was at Florida then, coming shortly on the heels of a stunning upset win over Texas that failed to generate positive momentum going forward.
Manny Choice News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / October 19
Oklahoma WR Manny Choice Hopes to 'Build On' Breakout Performance
Sophomore wide receiver Manny Choice was arguably Oklahoma’s brightest star on offense in the Sooners’ 21-13 loss to No. 15 Kentucky on Saturday. Choice caught five passes for a game-high 98 yards.
Jake Kreul News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / October 19
Oklahoma Freshman Edge Rusher Earns SEC Weekly Honor
Despite the Sooners’ 21-13 loss to No. 15 Kentucky on Saturday, Jake Kreul took home some hardware for the first time of his collegiate career. Kreul, a first-year edge rusher from Florida, was named the SEC’s Freshman of the Week on Monday.
Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / October 19
At Oklahoma, One Side of the Ball Expects and the Other Side Hopes
It is a frightful thing to fall into the hands of a dysfunctional football team. Immediately the question becomes, “How can a team with such a strong defense and what appears to be a talented and experienced offense be so comically bad at times?” With any good question, the first task is to go out and find information and evidence.
Michael Hawkins News / A to Z Sports / October 19
Oklahoma Sooners’ quarterback issue is even worse when you really take a step back and look at what Michael Hawkins Jr. is doing
The Oklahoma Sooners are missing Michael Hawkins Jr. right now as John Mateer keeps turning the ball over. The Oklahoma Sooners have a clear quarterback problem in John Mateer.
Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / October 18
John Mateer 'Battled His Butt Off' Yet Mistakes Continue to Doom Oklahoma
When you lose three games before Halloween at Oklahoma — while showing little hope that improvements can be made — communicating moral victories to the public falls on deaf ears.
Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / October 18
Where Does Oklahoma's Offensive Line Go From Here?
All momentum is out the window. The Sooners succumbed to No. 15 Kentucky 21-13 Saturday at Oklahoma Memorial Stadium, and while there were good moments
Kenneth Murray News / Viral Sports News / October 15
Former Oklahoma Sooners All-American Gets Axed by NFL Team
Former Oklahoma Sooners linebacker Kenneth Murray Jr. was released from the Houston Texans’ practice squad on Thursday, the Texans announced. Murray, a Missouri City, Texas, native who starred for the Sooners from 2017-19, had joined Houston in mid-September after starting linebacker Henry To’oTo’o landed on injured reserve.
College Football News / Yardbarker / October 15
Will Stein knows the danger Oklahoma QB John Mateer presents to Kentucky
Will Stein knows his Kentucky Wildcats have a big challenge ahead of them.
Oklahoma Sooners beating Texas has allowed some huge results in an area you would think has taken a hit given their recent struggles
The Oklahoma Sooners beat the Texas Longhorns in the Red River Rivalry, and the recruiting is doing great. The Oklahoma Sooners beat the Texas Longhorns in the 2026 Red River Rivalry, and the win should do a lot for the program.
College Football News / Larry Brown Sports / October 11
Jokes pour in after Arch Manning’s disastrous turnover against Oklahoma
Disaster struck the No.1 Texas Longhorns on Saturday, with quarterback Arch Manning at the center of it. The Longhorns star quarterback committed a costly turnover late in the game against the Oklahoma Sooners at the Cotton Bowl in Dallas, Texas.
College Football News / Yardbarker / October 11
Arch Manning's meltdown helps Oklahoma knock off No. 1 Texas
The Red River Rivalry lived up to the hype on Saturday as Oklahoma knocked off No. 1 Texas, 27-24, thanks to a walk-off 47-yard field goal from Tate Sandell as time expired.
Adrian Peterson News / Larry Brown Sports / October 7
Adrian Peterson's son lands an offer from one SEC team
Adrian Peterson is a future Pro Football Hall of Fame member, and now his son is trying to make a name for himself. Adrian Peterson Jr., who plays at Ridge Point High School in Texas, has now received an offer from Texas A&M, according to Sam Spiegelman of Rivals.
Oklahoma Sooners News / Yardbarker / October 1
Brent Venables, Oklahoma banking on upside at QB
Head coach Brent Venables had a tough decision to make this week as his Oklahoma Sooners are on a bye.
Oklahoma Sooners News / Larry Brown Sports / September 26
Five-star Oklahoma TE commit chokeslams opponent after INT
Seneca Driver already looks like a man among boys at 6-foot-6 and 240 pounds. On Friday night in Kentucky, the Boyle County two-way star made that mismatch look even more lopsided.
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