Oklahoma Sooners secure spot among the top programs for highest-priority recruit in the class of 2026

This recruitment has felt like one the Sooners have held a strong lead over for quite some time. Oklahoma has hosted Kreul on numerous visits, including his most recent one a few weeks ago at the Sooners' ChampU BBQ. It was a priority for the staff to cultivate a strong relationship with Kreul, and that investment has paid off so far. 

It's rather telling that Kreul, a lifelong Florida Gators fan, snubbed Florida out of his top three. Kreul's father attended Florida, and he spent his life attending Florida games. It's a notable point in favor of the Sooners, who don't have to combat a hometown discount for Kreul.

If Oklahoma does secure his commitment, we should begin discussing defensive ends coach Miguel Chavis as the Sooners' best recruiter on staff. Ever since his arrival, Chavis has recruited R Mason Thomas, PJ Adebawore, CJ Nickson, Nigel Smith II, Danny Okoye, Wyatt Gilmore, and Taylor Wein, all of whom are set to be major contributors to the defense this season and in 2026.

Adding Jake Kreul to a class that already has four-star Daniel Norman and three-star developmental rusher Matthew Nelson would be the star atop the tree that would cement Chavis's legacy with the Sooners.