Oklahoma Sooners: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Brent Venables News / Heartland Sports / September 8

Venables Provides Encouraging Injury Updates as Oklahoma Prepares for Massive Test at Michigan

Brent Venables hasn’t shied away from talking about the enormous challenge awaiting Oklahoma in Ann Arbor. The No. 11 Sooners are heading north to face…

Jake Maikkula News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / September 8

'You Can't Put a Value On What Jake Maikkula Means' to Oklahoma

There appears to be good news and bad news surrounding Oklahoma's offensive line heading into their battle of the blue bloods matchup against Michigan on Saturday.

Ryan Fodje News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / September 8

Ryan Fodje Remains the Key to Oklahoma's Offensive Line Stability

Despite missing Friday’s opener against UTEP, Ryan Fodje will have an important role to play on the offensive line as Oklahoma prepares for Michigan. When center Jake Maikkula sustained an injury, Fodje looked to be his replacement.

College Football News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / September 8

Oklahoma Drops in AP Poll Despite Lopsided Week 1 Win

Even though Oklahoma earned a 51-0 win over UTEP in Week 1, the Sooners are no longer a Top 10 team. OU checked in at No. 11 in the latest AP Top 25, released on Tuesday.

John Mateer News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / September 7

Oklahoma QB John Mateer Looking for More From Himself Going Into Michigan

There's a couple throws John Mateer would like to have back from Oklahoma's 51-0 season-opening win over UTEP. Though his numbers were strong against the Miners — 11 of 17 for 225 yards and three touchdowns — he knows he must be better this week.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / September 7

Oklahoma's Jim Nagy on Adding New Players: 'My Job is to Make This The Best Roster'

In Friday's 51-0 win over UTEP, new defensive lineman addition Danny Saili made his Oklahoma debut after joining the team during Fall Camp. Now, the Sooners

Isaiah Sategna News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / September 7

Oklahoma's Isaiah Sategna, Trell Harris Form Dynamic Playmaking Duo

It's only one game, but the new pairing between Isaiah Sategna and Trell Harris looked just how Oklahoma envisioned it during the offseason. The two combined for six catches, 137 yards and two receiving touchdowns — with Sategna scoring from 34 yards and Harris from 48.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / September 7

Oklahoma Adds Another Transfer Portal Piece to Defense, per Report

The Sooners are adding even more help for their 2026 defense. Jaydon Southard, a linebacker who previously played at Stephen F. Austin, is set to transfer to Oklahoma, per a report from 247Sports’ Matt Zenitz.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / September 7

Oklahoma Sooners just found a way to add an experienced defender to their roster in the perfect way after beating UTEP

The Oklahoma Sooners have one of the best defenses in the country, and it may only get better after adding former Wisconsin CB D’Yoni Hill. The Oklahoma Sooners opened the 2026 season with a dominant 51-0 win over UTEP on Friday, but Brent Venables and his staff have no plans to slow down when it comes to roster building.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / September 7

Doug Deakin Sees Oklahoma’s Starters 'Strain to Finish' on Special Teams

Isaiah Sategna’s 88-yard punt-return touchdown against UTEP was fueled by more than his field vision and speed. Including Sategna fielding the punt, Oklahoma had six players listed as starters on its depth chart involved on the return unit.

Wyatt Gilmore News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / September 7

After Waiting His Turn For Two Seasons, Wyatt Gilmore Made an Impression Against UTEP

After playing 15 snaps in two seasons, Wyatt Gilmore played 16 snaps in Oklahoma's 51-0 win over UTEP last Friday. In those 16 snaps, Gilmore logged four tackles (two solo) and 1.5 tackles for loss.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / September 6

Oklahoma Sooners OC Ben Arbuckle hilariously couldn’t believe what he saw from one of his players in the win over UTEP

The Oklahoma Sooners beat up on UTEP pretty badly, and Ben Arbuckle loved every moment of it. The Oklahoma Sooners‘ aggressive pursuit of tight end talent in the transfer portal is already paying dividends.

Lloyd Avant News / A to Z Sports / September 6

Oklahoma Sooners got the best return on investment from the player the fan base likely expected the least from

The Oklahoma Sooners went to the transfer portal where they found running back Lloyd Avant, who was great vs. UTEP. The Oklahoma Sooners needed running back depth after a 2025 season that left their backfield battered and thin.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / September 6

Oklahoma Hosts Top-Ranked Uncommitted Prospect at Season Opener

Because the Sooners kicked off their 2026 season on a Friday evening — the same day as countless high school games across the country — they didn’t host as many prospects as usual.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Viral Sports News / September 6

Former Oklahoma Sooners Star Gets Dumped by NFL Team

Former Oklahoma Sooners tight end Brayden Willis is looking for work again. The San Francisco 49ers waived the 26-year-old on Saturday to promote long

Lloyd Avant News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / September 6

Oklahoma RB Lloyd Avant Pleased — but not Content — With Game 1 Performance

Running back Lloyd Avant didn’t break any records in his Oklahoma debut, but he did live up to the praise he received throughout the offseason. Avant, who transferred to OU from Colorado State in January, led the Sooners with 79 rushing yards and a touchdown on 15 carries in Friday’s 51-0 season-opening win against UTEP.

Brent Venables News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / September 6

Brent Venables Backs His Defense to Improve After 'Sloppy' Performance in Oklahoma's Opener

Oklahoma shut UTEP out in Friday’s opener, but Brent Venables is far from satisfied with how his defense played. “There's plenty of things we got to clean up,” Venables said after the 51-0 win.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / September 6

After Rolling in the Opener, Oklahoma's First Major Road Test is Here

With UTEP in the rearview, the real fun begins for Oklahoma. The No. 10 Sooners travel to The Big House to take on No. 16 Michigan next week in the return

Oklahoma Sooners News / A to Z Sports / September 5

Oklahoma Sooners just took a massive win on Saturday night in Week 1, and they didn’t even play in a game

The Oklahoma Sooners just found out that the Michigan Wolverines may not be as good as their ranking may indicate. The Oklahoma Sooners took a massive win on Saturday night, while they watched the college football slate for Week 1 from the comfort of their own beds.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Kicks on SI / September 5

First Look at the Air Jordan 9 'Space Jam'

Earlier this week, the Oklahoma Sooners football team shared an unboxing video of the Air Jordan 9 "Space Jam" colorway. The team rocked the unreleased sneakers before their dominant performance on Friday night, and now Nike has officially loaded the shoes onto its website ahead of the release date.

Rocky Beers News / TWSN / September 5

Rocky Beers Delivers Insane Highlight In Oklahoma Season Opener

Oklahoma began its 2026 season on Friday night against UTEP and used it as an absolute showcase. John Mateer was spinning it, Isaiah Sategna III and Trell

College Football News / Athlon Sports / September 4

John Mateer, Oklahoma Receive Major News Ahead of UTEP Game

Oklahoma quarterback John Mateer is getting another weapon just in time for the Sooners’ matchup with UTEP. Wide receiver Parker Livingstone has been cleared to play and will be available for Oklahoma against UTEP, according to ESPN’s Pete Thamel.

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.

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Michael Hawkins 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.

Former Miami LB Wesley Bissainthe joins lawsuit seeking a fifth year of eligibility

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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.

Brent Venables News / Yardbarker / August 20