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While many predicted the downfall of Oklahoma Football due to their decision to join the SEC, things happened way faster than anyone anticipated. The Sooners had a horrendous first season in the SEC, which resulted in a pitiful showing in the 2025 NFL Draft, with the smallest draft class since 2002.

Defensive Theme Continues From The Atlanta Falcons Drafting Defensive Back From Oklahoma

The theme continues with the Atlanta Falcons drafting Oklahoma defensive back to keep shoring up the defense. It's been all SEC players so far for Atlanta.

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College Football News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / April 26

Falcons Draft Oklahoma DB Billy Bowman Jr. in Fourth Round

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. -- The Atlanta Falcons selected Oklahoma safety Billy Bowman Jr. with the 118th pick in the fourth round of the 2025 NFL draft Saturday afternoon.

College Football News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / April 26

Atlanta Falcons Draft Oklahoma DB Billy Bowman Jr.

After four seasons as a defensive centerpiece for OU, safety Billy Bowman Jr. will look to be similarly productive on Sundays. The Atlanta Falcons selected Bowman, a four-year starter at Oklahoma, with the No.

Atlanta Falcons select Billy Bowman in 4th round of 2025 NFL Draft

The Atlanta Falcons have selected Oklahoma safety Billy Bowman with the No. 118 overall pick in the fourth round of the 2025 NFL Draft. He spent his entire four-year college career with the Sooners as a key part of the secondary and will look to find similar success in the pros.

Is Billy Bowman Lions' Safety of Future?

The Detroit Lions have one of the best young safety duos in the NFL, but could still benefit from adding depth at the position in the 2025 NFL draft. First Team All-Pro Kerby Joseph headlines the group of safeties along with Brian Branch, who is one of the best all-around young defenders in the game.

College Football News / Last Word On Sports / April 10

2025 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Oklahoma S Billy Bowman Jr.

Every Billy Bowman Jr. scouting report must state the obvious: standing under 6 feet tall, he lacks the size typically associated with playing safety in the NFL.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / April 8

Oklahoma Sooners star named an ideal pick for rebuilding NFC West team to pair with genius defensive coach

The Oklahoma Sooners have enjoyed the elite level play of safety Billy Bowman Jr. over the course of his career in Norman. The ballhawk safety is tied for first place in career pick-sixes and 14th in interceptions in Oklahoma history, and is one of the most talented defensive backs the Sooners have ever had.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / March 14

OU Pro Day: Oklahoma's Billy Bowman, Danny Stutsman Credit Brent Venables for Their NFL Path

The two Oklahoma players who will almost definitely get picked in next month’s NFL Draft and seem destined for a career in professional football were not recruited by current OU coach Brent Venables.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / February 28

Oklahoma safety and elite 2025 NFL Draft safety Billy Bowman Jr. aiming to bring 'suffocating' mentality to an NFL team

The Oklahoma Sooners benefitted from four years of elite safety play courtesy of Billy Bowman Jr. One of the Sooners' most-prized recruiting pickups of the Lincoln Riley era, Bowman remained steadfast with Oklahoma despite the change to Brent Venables and flourished under the Sooners' new scheme and coaching.

College Football News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / February 27

Watch: Oklahoma's Billy Bowman Speaks Candidly About OU, Chiefs and Transition to SEC

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. -- Former Oklahoma Sooners DB Billy Bowman stated that he had met with the Kansas City Chiefs at the NFL Scouting Combine. To view his comments, watch above.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / February 24

Where Do Former Oklahoma Prospects Rate Heading Into NFL Scouting Combine?

Three former Oklahoma defenders are preparing for a career in professional football. But heading into the 2025 NFL Draft, where do safety Billy Bowman, defensive lineman Ethan Downs and linebacker Danny Stutsman stand among their peers?

Oklahoma Sooners News / The 33rd Team / February 17

Billy Bowman 2025 NFL Draft: Scouting Report For Oklahoma Sooners SAF

Height: 5096 (verified) Weight: 198 (verified) Year: Senior Pro Comparison: Jordan Poyer Oklahoma Sooners safety Billy Bowman is a dynamic coverage player on the back end.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / January 8

Oklahoma 2024 Report Cards: Billy Bowman and Robert Spears-Jennings Starred at Safety for the Sooners

Billy Bowman’s last ride at safety was largely successful, leading a tight but productive unit for Oklahoma in 2024. Instead of entering the NFL Draft

College Football News / A to Z Sports / December 30

Oklahoma S Billy Bowman Jr. 2025 NFL Draft Profile

5-10, 191 pounds Oklahoma Billy Bowman Career Statistics Versatility Bowman is your ideal modern safety, having the ability to play both safety positions and in the nickel as well.

College Football News / LWOSports.com / December 27

2024 Armed Forces Bowl Bowl Preview and Oklahoma Transfer Portal Additions

After a season filled with many peaks and valleys, the 2024 Oklahoma Sooners football season will come to an end on Friday against Navy in the Armed Forces Bowl in Fort Worth.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / December 1

Billy Bowman has hope for Oklahoma in the SEC despite losing to LSU

Oklahoma’s Billy Bowman Jr. spoke to the media after the game about why this season was the most fun for him and what he thinks Oklahoma’s future in the SEC looks like.

College Football News / Last Word On Sports / November 22

2025 NFL Draft Early Scouting Report: Billy Bowman Jr, Oklahoma

Billy Bowman Jr was one of the country’s best safeties in 2023 and has continued his solid production into his final collegiate season. Here is a 2025 NFL Draft Early Scouting Report and film analysis on him.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / November 13

Billy Bowman knows the Sooners need to win the next two games to be bowl eligible

Billy Bowman Jr. spoke to the media this week about what happened to the defense in the fourth quarter and how important it is to get that sixth win in order to make a bowl game.

College Football News / Texas Longhorns on SI / October 12

Oklahoma Safety Billy Bowman Says Longhorns 'Didn't Earn' Win Over Longhorns

The Oklahoma Sooners defense took accountability for their 34-3 loss to the Texas Longhorns. But perhaps too much. According to Sooners safety Billy Bowman, the Longhorns did not earn their win on Saturday.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / October 2

Oklahoma Sooners star safety Billy Bowman puts his name firmly back on NFL Draft radars against Auburn

Despite their defensive dominance, it's been a quiet season so far for Oklahoma Sooners' safety Billy Bowman. He has one interception so far this season

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / September 26

Why Oklahoma DB Billy Bowman is Optimistic About Defense’s Progress

Oklahoma senior defensive back Billy Bowman Jr. feels the Sooners’ defense has played to 75 percent of its full potential through this point in the season.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Sooner Pulse / July 29

Sooners’ Billy Bowman Jr. Wants To Help Oklahoma ‘Win Another National Championship’

The Oklahoma Sooners could be a surprise team in their inaugural campaign in the SEC. With conference realignment finally taking place, the Texas Longhorns and their move to the SEC have been all the rave.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / July 16

SEC Media Days: Oklahoma DB Billy Bowman Says Horns Down Penalty is 'Soft'

DALLAS — On Tuesday, SEC Coordinator of Officials John McDaid was the opening speaker for the second day of SEC Media Days. In his time on stage, McDaid spoke about a number of topics, including the use of the horns down hand sign by opposing teams against the Texas Longhorns.

Oklahoma Sooners News / LWOSports.com / June 16

What Is Oklahoma’s Best-Case Scenario Next Season?

After recently discussing where Oklahoma belongs in the grand scheme of the Southeastern Conference, let’s turn an eye to Oklahoma’s 2024 season and the various paths it could take.