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Michael Fasusi News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / October 24

Oklahoma OT Michael Fasusi Expected to Return Against Mississippi State

STARKVILLE, Miss. — Oklahoma's offensive line is getting a massive reinforcement. Michael Fasusi was not listed on the final availability report ahead of OU's matchup against Mississippi State.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / October 23

What Does Friday's SEC Availability Report Mean for Oklahoma's Offensive Line?

Oklahoma Out: Ryan Fodje, OL; Trell Harris, WR; Taylor Heim, LB; Jacobe Johnson, CB; Eddy Pierre-Louis, G; Xavier Robinson, RB; Trynae Washington, TE. Doubtful: Elijah Thomas, WR Questionable: Eli Bowen, CB; Michael Fasusi, OT; Heath Ozaeta, OG.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / October 22

Why Oklahoma DTs Coach Todd Bates has Stayed ‘Planted’ in Norman

Oklahoma defensive tackles coach Todd Bates doesn’t plan on jumping ship any time soon. Bates, who has been on OU’s staff since 2022, has helped the Sooners’ defense improve in each year since his arrival.  Only 43 years old, Bates will have plenty of opportunities to become a defensive coordinator or head coach if that’s what he chooses.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / October 22

Which Oklahoma Defensive Position Group Grades out Best in Mid-Season Report Card?

 With the bad out of the way with the Oklahoma offensive mid-season report card, it’s now time to turn the attention to the defense. The Sooners have been mostly excellent on defense, entering Saturday’s game against Mississippi State (2:30 p.m., SEC Network) No.

Jake Kreul News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / October 21

Jake Kreul the Latest Sign of Oklahoma's Improving Depth on Defensive Line

 While Oklahoma’s offensive line is being held together by duct tape and baling wire, the Sooners’ defensive front continues to be a fountain of riches.

Tory Blaylock News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / October 21

How Oklahoma Plans to Get Running Back Tory Blaylock More Involved

Tory Blaylock made an immediate impact when he arrived on campus last year. But the sophomore running back has yet to earn a high volume of carries in 2026.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / October 20

Forcing Turnovers Part of Oklahoma Defense's 'Formula for Success'

It’s hard to pin any of Oklahoma’s struggles on the defense. The Sooners, who are 3-3 after falling 21-13 to Kentucky on Saturday, are second in the SEC in total defense, allowing only 260.7 yards per game.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / October 20

Is Caleb Nitta the Next Man Up for Oklahoma's Offensive Line?

Things keep getting more complicated for Bill Bedenbaugh’s offensive line.  The Sooners took on Kentucky without left tackle Michael Fasusi and guards

Bowe Bentley News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / October 20

Bowe Bentley is 'Always Learning' But Oklahoma May Need Him to Accelerate His Growth

With seven games left in his Oklahoma career, John Mateer remains firmly entrenched as Oklahoma's starting quarterback. "We believe that he gives us the best chance to win," Ben Arbuckle said during his Tuesday press conference.

Ryan Fodje News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / October 20

Ben Arbuckle: Ryan Fodje Remained in Game due to Lack of Depth

 Coming off a 21-13 loss to Kentucky and heading into Saturday's matchup at Mississippi State, Oklahoma coach Brent Venables was not at his regular Tuesday press conference.

College Football News / 5 GOATs / October 20
Oklahoma at Mississippi State odds: Opening point spread revealed

Oklahoma at Mississippi State odds: Opening point spread revealed

For the first time ever, Oklahoma and Mississippi State are set to collide inside Davis Wade Stadium on Saturday. Both programs are coming off disappointing losses in Week 7.

Hayden Hansen News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / October 20

Hayden Hansen Says Oklahoma Still Has Plenty to Play For

 Hayden Hansen couldn’t help but think back to a year ago Monday night. Hansen was at Florida then, coming shortly on the heels of a stunning upset win over Texas that failed to generate positive momentum going forward.

Jake Kreul News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / October 19

Oklahoma Freshman Edge Rusher Earns SEC Weekly Honor

Despite the Sooners’ 21-13 loss to No. 15 Kentucky on Saturday, Jake Kreul took home some hardware for the first time of his collegiate career. Kreul, a first-year edge rusher from Florida, was named the SEC’s Freshman of the Week on Monday.

Michael Hawkins News / A to Z Sports / October 19
Oklahoma Sooners’ quarterback issue is even worse when you really take a step back and look at what Michael Hawkins Jr. is doing

Oklahoma Sooners’ quarterback issue is even worse when you really take a step back and look at what Michael Hawkins Jr. is doing

The Oklahoma Sooners are missing Michael Hawkins Jr. right now as John Mateer keeps turning the ball over. The Oklahoma Sooners have a clear quarterback problem in John Mateer.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / October 16
Oklahoma Sooners have been predicted to land three new commits in the 2028 recruiting class who can be elite players

Oklahoma Sooners have been predicted to land three new commits in the 2028 recruiting class who can be elite players

The Oklahoma Sooners have some really good players in their 2027 recruiting class, and 2028 could end up being similar after being predicted to land some.

Brent Venables News / EssentiallySports / October 16
Oklahoma Puts Limits on Brent Venables’ Safety Net as $63M Contract Comes with Major Terms

Oklahoma Puts Limits on Brent Venables’ Safety Net as $63M Contract Comes with Major Terms

Just two weeks ago, Brent Venables’ Oklahoma looked like its 2026 season was about to end as it entered the Texas game after facing a 13-41 defeat at UGA.

Kenneth Murray News / Viral Sports News / October 15
Former Oklahoma Sooners All-American Gets Axed by NFL Team

Former Oklahoma Sooners All-American Gets Axed by NFL Team

Former Oklahoma Sooners linebacker Kenneth Murray Jr. was released from the Houston Texans’ practice squad on Thursday, the Texans announced. Murray, a Missouri City, Texas, native who starred for the Sooners from 2017-19, had joined Houston in mid-September after starting linebacker Henry To’oTo’o landed on injured reserve.

College Football News / Yardbarker / October 15
Will Stein knows the danger Oklahoma QB John Mateer presents to Kentucky

Will Stein knows the danger Oklahoma QB John Mateer presents to Kentucky

Will Stein knows his Kentucky Wildcats have a big challenge ahead of them. 

The '2024-25 college football bowl game host cities' quiz
Oklahoma Sooners beating Texas has allowed some huge results in an area you would think has taken a hit given their recent struggles

Oklahoma Sooners beating Texas has allowed some huge results in an area you would think has taken a hit given their recent struggles

The Oklahoma Sooners beat the Texas Longhorns in the Red River Rivalry, and the recruiting is doing great. The Oklahoma Sooners beat the Texas Longhorns in the 2026 Red River Rivalry, and the win should do a lot for the program.

College Football News / Larry Brown Sports / October 11
Jokes pour in after Arch Manning’s disastrous turnover against Oklahoma

Jokes pour in after Arch Manning’s disastrous turnover against Oklahoma

Disaster struck the No.1 Texas Longhorns on Saturday, with quarterback Arch Manning at the center of it.  The Longhorns star quarterback committed a costly turnover late in the game against the Oklahoma Sooners at the Cotton Bowl in Dallas, Texas.

Analyst explains why Texas' Arch Manning isn't the best QB prospect
Arch Manning's meltdown helps Oklahoma knock off No. 1 Texas
Video shows John Mateer trolling Texas after Oklahoma’s win
CFB Week 6 winners, losers: First-year coaches earn signature wins
College Football News / Yardbarker / October 11
Arch Manning's meltdown helps Oklahoma knock off No. 1 Texas

Arch Manning's meltdown helps Oklahoma knock off No. 1 Texas

The Red River Rivalry lived up to the hype on Saturday as Oklahoma knocked off No. 1 Texas, 27-24, thanks to a walk-off 47-yard field goal from Tate Sandell as time expired. 

Oklahoma stuns No. 1 Texas with walk-off field goal
Video shows John Mateer trolling Texas after Oklahoma’s win
Jokes pour in after Manning’s disastrous turnover against Oklahoma
Analyst explains why Manning isn't the best QB prospect
Kentucky pulls off bizarre feat with second straight overtime win
Adrian Peterson News / Larry Brown Sports / October 7
Adrian Peterson's son lands an offer from one SEC team

Adrian Peterson's son lands an offer from one SEC team

Adrian Peterson is a future Pro Football Hall of Fame member, and now his son is trying to make a name for himself. Adrian Peterson Jr., who plays at Ridge Point High School in Texas, has now received an offer from Texas A&M, according to Sam Spiegelman of Rivals.

2026 Fall College Baseball Reset: Oklahoma

2026 Fall College Baseball Reset: Oklahoma

Skip Johnson’s Oklahoma Sooners got their national title in 2026, as the school went from on the brink of elimination in Atlanta to champions in Omaha.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Yardbarker / October 1
Brent Venables, Oklahoma banking on upside at QB

Brent Venables, Oklahoma banking on upside at QB

Head coach Brent Venables had a tough decision to make this week as his Oklahoma Sooners are on a bye.

The 'College QBs who transferred schools' quiz
Oklahoma Sooners News / Larry Brown Sports / September 26
Five-star Oklahoma TE commit chokeslams opponent after INT

Five-star Oklahoma TE commit chokeslams opponent after INT

Seneca Driver already looks like a man among boys at 6-foot-6 and 240 pounds. On Friday night in Kentucky, the Boyle County two-way star made that mismatch look even more lopsided.

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