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Oklahoma Sooners coaches just can't stop talking about true freshman wide receiver Elijah Thomas

You can say that the Oklahoma Sooners aren’t recruiting well, all you want. That seems to be a common trend amongst the fan base these days. But, if that’s the case, how did they land true freshman wide receiver Elijah Thomas, who looks like he could be the next CeeDee Lamb?

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Here are 10 Storylines Oklahoma Fans Must Watch For in 2025

At long last, game week is here. For Oklahoma fans, the college football season has finally arrived. Seven days from now, Sooner Nation will have watched their team play an actual game, pulling back the curtain on the potential this squad might have in 2025.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / August 24

Oklahoma Sooners coach dishes on why he believes transfer portal playmaker will be elite contributor for the Sooners in 2025

In the offseason, the Oklahoma Sooners had to completely reform the wide receiver room after a slew of injuries throughout 2024. The Sooners lost their top five wide receivers, aiding in the spiral of their offense last season.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / August 24

Five Position Battles That Will Continue Into Oklahoma's Season

Only 22 players can start for the Sooners on offense and defense when Oklahoma kicks off against Illinois State, but several position battles will continue

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / August 24

Sunday Offering: Oklahoma Invites Several Prospects to Early Season Games

It’s game week for Oklahoma. The Sooners will open the regular season against Illinois State on Saturday after eight months of waiting. A handful of recruiting targets will be on hand as the Sooners host the Redbirds, and several prospects will attend next week’s game against Michigan.

Brent Venables News / Heartland Sports / August 24

Oklahoma’s 2025 Captains Signal a Shift in Culture Under Brent Venables

For the first time since Brent Venables took over in Norman, Oklahoma football has decided to move away from its week-to-week captain rotation. Team 131…

Nigel Smith II News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / August 23

Oklahoma DT Nigel Smith II ‘Learning Fast’ After Offseason Position Change

After starting his career in Norman on the edge, Nigel Smith II will play his redshirt freshman season in the middle. Smith, a former consensus 4-star prospect, made the transition from defensive end to defensive tackle in the offseason.

College Football News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / August 23

How Oklahoma Transfer WR Javonnie Gibson Has ‘Stayed Present’ While Sidelined

There’s still no official timetable for Javonnie Gibson’s return to the field. The transfer wide receiver from Arkansas-Pine Bluff suffered a broken leg during spring ball and has missed fall camp as a result.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / August 23

Oklahoma Names Permanent Captains for 2025 Season

Brent Venables and the Sooners have identified the leadership for Oklahoma in 2025. And they came to it a bit differently this year. After three years

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / August 23

Who Will Be the MVP for Oklahoma in 2025?

With the 2025 season now just one week away, John Hoover, Ryan Chapman and Carson Field made their predictions for OU’s Most Valuable Player. Since I “boldly” picked quarterback John Mateer to win the Heisman Trophy and lead the Sooners back to the playoff this year, I’ll go ahead and take him as my team MVP.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Sporting News / August 23

Oklahoma football tickets 2025: Cheapest prices, seats, full schedule of every Sooners game

Here's how to get the best prices on tickets for when Oklahoma Sooners football returns in 2025.

John Mateer News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / August 22

Oklahoma QB John Mateer Learned a Key Lesson Last Year as a First-time Starter

John Mateer took many lessons from his first season as a starter in college football. He threw for 3,139 yards and 29 touchdowns and added 826 yards and 15 additional scores on the ground.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / August 22

Oklahoma Sooners coaching staff excited for the whole world to respect their defensive line heading into the 2025 season

If you had told an Oklahoma Sooners fan three or four years ago that Oklahoma would have the best defensive line in college football, they would have looked at you like you had grown a second head.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / August 22

Oklahoma Sooners 2025 Week One Depth Chart Predictions: Who emerges at wide receiver and cornerback?

With the first game of the season for the Oklahoma Sooners rapidly approaching, we are getting closer and closer to the first official depth chart being released for the 2025 iteration of the Sooners.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / August 22

Projecting Oklahoma's Starters on Offense Ahead of Week 1

Fall camp is in the books in Norman, marking the close of Talking Season and turning the calendar toward game week. As the Sooners prepare to kick off

Oklahoma Sooners News / A to Z Sports / August 22

SEC may have the most difficult time with the Oklahoma Sooners than any other team in the conference when it comes to new rule

There’s a new rule going on in the SEC, something many of you probably saw come across your timeline on Thursday, and it does affect the Oklahoma Sooners, along with every other team in the SEC.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / August 22

Three Bold Predictions for Oklahoma's 2025 Season

With the 2025 season eight days away, John Hoover, Ryan Chapman and Carson Field made bold predictions about the top-end potential for Oklahoma’s roster if things fall perfectly into place this season.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / August 21

With the SEC Expanding to 9 League Games, Here Are Oklahoma's Best Options for Permanent Rivals

Thursday’s news that the SEC has finally decided to switch to a nine-game conference schedule from the long-standing eight-game format starting next fall with the 2026 season has rekindled a favorite topic among Oklahoma fans.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / August 21

How Emmet Jones Kept Oklahoma's Receivers Confident Through a Tough 2024 Season

In the middle of Oklahoma’s battle with LSU, wide receivers coach Emmett Jones pulled his young unit together to deliver a clear message. “I remember a certain situation where we were down in Baton Rouge in one moment — that game situation,” Jones said on Tuesday.

John Mateer News / NIL on SI / August 21

Oklahoma quarterback John Mateer's NIL salary revealed

Highly-touted transfer quarterback John Mateer is expected to be paid well at Oklahoma after his significant move from Washington State ahead of the 2025 college football season.

Owen Heinecke News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / August 21

How Oklahoma LB Owen Heinecke Can Contribute for Sooners in 2025

Owen Heinecke has yet to play a major role for the Sooners, but OU coach Brent Venables believes that he’s ready to play one if needed. Heinecke walked on as a linebacker at OU in 2022 after playing one season of lacrosse at Ohio State.

College Football News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / August 21

Who Will be the Breakout Star for Oklahoma in 2025?

With the 2025 season under two weeks away, John Hoover, Ryan Chapman and Carson Field selected their picks for the Oklahoma player who will be the breakout star of this year’s make-or-break campaign. When there’s a new quarterback and a new offensive system, sometimes the leading receiver emerges during spring ball or training camp.

John Mateer News / Larry Brown Sports / August 12

OU QB denies sports gambling allegations in wake of screenshots

Oklahoma QB denies sports gambling allegations after suspicious screenshots emerge

The Oklahoma quarterback has faced questions about some alleged screenshots from his Venmo account, and the school is reportedly investigating the situation.

Oregon suspends former five-star WR recruit indefinitely

Nebraska punter breaks down while talking about his family in Australia

NFL legend Tom Brady unleashes on current climate in college sports

Can No. 1 Texas achieve ultra-rare feat in Arch Manning's first season as starter?

CFB AP preseason poll reactions: Too high, too low and just right

John Mateer News / Yardbarker / August 5