Oklahoma Sooners: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Sooners Favored Big at Temple — But Is a Cover Really in the Cards?

Oklahoma football is back on the road this weekend, traveling to Philadelphia to face the Temple Owls. On paper, the matchup looks straightforward: a top-10…

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / September 12

Three Bold Predictions for Oklahoma-Temple: Can Sooners Keep up Their First-Half Dominance?

The 13th-ranked Oklahoma Sooners take on Temple at 11 a.m. Saturday at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia. Both teams are 2-0, though the Sooners’ wins — at least one of them — is much different than the Owls’ victories.

Oklahoma Sooners News / A to Z Sports / September 12

Oklahoma Sooners just accidentally forced a player committed to an SEC rival to inadvertently diss a Big 10 program

The Oklahoma Sooners hosted a ton of recruits last weekend when they were in Norman, beating up the Michigan Wolverines. That win was huge for the program in terms of the trajectory moving forward this season, but also because of recruiting.

Brent Venables News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / September 12

Oklahoma Must Keep Focus to Flip Road Outcomes Under Venables

In 2016, when the three-game series was announced, Philadelphia Magazine writer Dan McQuade quipped that, “6-year-olds will be in college when Temple plays

John Mateer News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / September 11

Who's Hot? John Mateer and Oklahoma: College Sports Social Pulse Rankings Are a Brand New Metric

By College Sports Social Pulse Oklahoma quarterback John Mateer didn’t just lead the Sooners past Michigan last weekend — he led them to the top of the national online conversation.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / September 11

Oklahoma RB Tory Blaylock is 'Tough as Nails' but Has 'Got Some Work to Do'

True freshman running back Tory Blaylock has been the beneficiary of hard work behind the scenes. Two games into the season, Blaylock leads OU’s running

Jaren Kanak News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / September 11

Oklahoma Tight End Jaren Kanak Learning from Fellow Converted Linebacker

The project of converting Jaren Kanak from a linebacker to a tight end is nothing new for Ben Arbuckle. Arbuckle, OU’s offensive coordinator who joined the staff after the 2024 season, previously coached at Washington State.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / September 11

Oklahoma Announces Full Men's Basketball Schedule

By OU Media Relations NORMAN — With its non-conference slate of games finalized, University of Oklahoma Vice President and Director of Athletics Joe Castiglione and head coach Porter Moser announced the Sooners' full 2025-26 men's basketball schedule Thursday.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Sporting News / September 10

Oklahoma reporter calls Temple a 'high school game' in hot mic moment

The Sooners aren't expecting a big game feel on Saturday.

Brent Venables News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / September 10

Oklahoma's Defensive Togetherness — on the Field — at High Under Brent Venables

In the middle of an answer to a question about linebacker Owen Heinecke on Tuesday, Oklahoma coach Brent Venables offered some insight into the reasons for the Sooners’ defensive success thus far in 2025.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / September 10

How Oklahoma's Receivers Have Become Difference Makers in the Running Game

Deion Burks’ touchdown against Michigan ensured Oklahoma would enjoy a dream start on Saturday night, but he likely wouldn’t have gotten into the end zone without Keontez Lewis.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Heartland Sports / September 10

Oklahoma Softball’s 2026 SEC Schedule Released: Sooners Set for Another High-Stakes Run

The Southeastern Conference officially unveiled its 2026 softball slate Wednesday, and once again, Oklahoma finds itself at the center of the action. Coming off a…

Brent Venables News / Heartland Sports / September 10

Brent Venables Keeps Sooners Grounded After Michigan Win, Eyes Road Test at Temple

Oklahoma’s 24-13 victory over Michigan Saturday night felt like more than just an early-season win. It was the kind of nationally televised performance that shapes…

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / September 10

How Close is Oklahoma Transfer WR Javonnie Gibson to Returning?

Oklahoma transfer wideout Javonnie Gibson missed both of the Sooners’ first two games of the 2025 but could be nearing a return. Gibson, who transferred to OU from Arkansas-Pine Bluff after the 2024 season, suffered a broken leg during spring ball and has been sidelined ever since.

College Football News / Yardbarker / September 9

How Oklahoma had two big wins over Michigan within days of each other

Perhaps the first victory led to the second one.

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Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / September 9

How Oklahoma P Grayson Miller Rose to the Occasion Against Michigan

Grayson Miller surprisingly played a big role in Oklahoma’s win over Michigan. OU punter Jacob Ulrich sustained a hamstring injury, per Brent Venables,

Oklahoma Sooners News / Athlon Sports / September 9

Oklahoma Beats Out Top-5 Power for Speedy WR: 'True Game Breaker'

The Oklahoma Sooners claimed two big wins on the football field already. They pulled off their biggest Class of 2027 recruiting victory on Tuesday -- edging out a top five powerhouse for this speedy four-star California playmaker.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / September 9

Oklahoma Lands Second 2027 Commit

Oklahoma’s massive recruiting weekend is already paying off. The Sooners landed a verbal commitment from 2027 athlete Demare Dezerun, Hayes Fawcett reported on Tuesday. Dezuern is rated as a 4-star recruit in the 2027 class by 247Sports’ composite ranking, and the Pacific Palisades, CA, product stands 5-foot-10 and 170 pounds.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Yardbarker / September 8

Oklahoma QB John Mateer has another elite skill besides passing

Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer wasn't perfect against Michigan on a primetime Saturday night, but he was more than good enough to lead the Sooners to a 24-13 win.

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