Oklahoma DB Jayden Rowe Announces Plans to Enter Transfer Portal

“After much thought and prayer, I have decided to enter the transfer portal with two to three years of eligibility remaining,” Rowe said in his post.

A native of Tulsa, Rowe’s playing time for the Sooners was limited.

Rowe didn’t play in the 2024 season. He played in the Sooners’ season opener against Arkansas State in 2023 but suffered a season-ending injury in that game. Rowe played sparingly in 2022 as a true freshman, appearing in three games.

Despite playing in four games for the crimson and cream, Rowe did not record any stats other than participation.

Still, Rowe expressed his gratitude for his time in Norman in his post on X.

"I want to thank Coach (Brent) Venables for allowing me to play for the University of Oklahoma, pusing me to my limit to be tremendous and continuing my academic and athletic career," Rowe said. "I appreciate all of my teammates, Sooner Nation and the entire staff for making me feel accepted."

At 6-foot-2 and 223 pounds, Rowe has a frame larger than most defensive backs. He was also a track runner in high school, logging a 10.46-second 100-meter dash time.

Out of high school, Rowe was graded as a four-star prospect and the No. 205 overall recruit in the class of 2022. Rowe chose Oklahoma over offers from Arkansas, Baylor, Kansas and Iowa State.

Rowe is the fifth Sooner to be reportedly headed to the transfer portal. The defensive back joins wide receiver Jaquaize Pettaway, quarterback Jackson Arnold, wide receiver Nic Anderson and running back Kaleb Hicks.

The transfer portal's winter window officially opens on Dec. 9, and it closes on Dec. 28