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Oklahoma's Nigel Smith II and Trent Wilson Grew From 'Bloodied Battles' During Spring

Oklahoma's Nigel Smith II and Trent Wilson Grew From 'Bloodied Battles' During Spring

“You don’t know what you don’t know,” Brent Venables said at the opening of fall camp. He was talking about Ben Arbuckle, but the quote could just as easily apply to several position groups — and a few players — on Oklahoma’s roster.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / August 5

Oklahoma Is Optimistic About the Fit Between Trell Harris and Isaiah Sategna

Jim Nagy opened Oklahoma's spring practices on March 9 answering questions on, among other things, reshaping the wide receiver room in the offseason with additions like Parker Livingstone and Trell Harris.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Heartland Sports / August 5

Blue Print For The Future | Inside Oklahoma’s 2026 Recruiting Class

When Oklahoma signed its 2026 recruiting class, Brent Venables wasn’t simply adding talent to the roster—he was reinforcing the foundation of a program that believes…

Owen Heinecke News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / August 4

How Oklahoma LB Owen Heinecke's Unusual Offseason Helped him Improve his Game

 Owen Heinecke’s offseason was anything but routine. “Definitely been a weird six, seven months for me,” the Oklahoma linebacker said Tuesday ahead of preseason camp opening later this week.

John Mateer News / A to Z Sports / August 4
Oklahoma Sooners QB John Mateer has no more excuses to not win the award he’s being placed on a watch list for

Oklahoma Sooners QB John Mateer has no more excuses to not win the award he’s being placed on a watch list for

The Oklahoma Sooners have a talented quarterback in John Mateer, and he’s up for the Maxwell Award Watch List. The Oklahoma Sooners are entering their 2026 season with several players on preseason award watch lists, and the biggest name is quarterback John Mateer.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / August 4
Oklahoma Debuts in the Top 10 of the Coaches Poll

Oklahoma Debuts in the Top 10 of the Coaches Poll

The 2026 preseason Coaches Poll is in.  Oklahoma will start the season in the top 10 in the eyes of the coaches, as the Sooners checked in at nine.  Brent

Brent Venables News / A to Z Sports / August 4
Oklahoma Sooners head coach Brent Venables wants everyone to know that his team isn’t running away from pressure

Oklahoma Sooners head coach Brent Venables wants everyone to know that his team isn’t running away from pressure

The Oklahoma Sooners are ready for a big season in which Brent Venables and company feel like they can be an excellent football team. The Oklahoma Sooners have a big opportunity ahead of them.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / August 4
As Oklahoma Reports to Camp, Brent Venables' First Recruiting Class is Down to One Last Senior

As Oklahoma Reports to Camp, Brent Venables' First Recruiting Class is Down to One Last Senior

As they say at Oklahoma, there's only one. One senior who came to OU on scholarship as a true freshman almost five seasons ago will be in uniform when the Sooners open practice on Wednesday.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / August 4

Oklahoma's Emmett Jones Updates Trell Harris' Status Heading Into Fall Camp

Oklahoma held its Media Day at Gaylord Family — Oklahoma Memorial Stadium to ring in the start of fall camp for the 2026 season. All assistant coaches were made available for brief interviews.

John Mateer News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / August 3

What’s at Stake as Whitt Newbauer, Bowe Bentley Battle for Oklahoma’s Backup QB Job?

With fall camp just a few days away, there won’t be any drama surrounding OU’s starting quarterback job. In spite of the ups and downs of his first season in Norman, John Mateer will be the Sooners’ No.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / August 3
Tiare Jennings, Jayda Coleman Helping Lead U.S. Women's National Team to Gold-Medal Game

Tiare Jennings, Jayda Coleman Helping Lead U.S. Women's National Team to Gold-Medal Game

Several former Oklahoma standouts have a chance to bring home the gold medal when the United States Women’s National Team takes on Japan in the championship game of the USA Softball International Cup at 7 p.m.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / August 2
Oklahoma’s Recruiting Success in Alabama Predicted to Continue

Oklahoma’s Recruiting Success in Alabama Predicted to Continue

OU’s recruiting territory expanded greatly once it moved to the SEC, as the Sooners have pursued numerous athletes from the southeastern United States.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / August 2

Oklahoma Legend Baker Mayfield Right to Feel 'Disrespected,' per Sooners Legend

Football season is just around the corner. And naturally, Baker Mayfield has found his name in headlines as a result. The former Oklahoma quarterback was unable to come to an agreement with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for a long-term contract during the offseason.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / August 2
Does Oklahoma Need to Bring Back a Few Depth Pieces Thanks to the Injunction?

Does Oklahoma Need to Bring Back a Few Depth Pieces Thanks to the Injunction?

Friday’s federal court ruling in Colorado, which granted the high school class of 2022 an extra year of eligibility under the NCAA’s new 5-for-5 rule, has thrown a curveball into the sport.

Oklahoma Sooners News / A to Z Sports / August 2
Bill Bedenbaugh is trying to land a commitment from one of his former players’ sons, who is now an old rival of the Sooners

Bill Bedenbaugh is trying to land a commitment from one of his former players’ sons, who is now an old rival of the Sooners

The Oklahoma Sooners could get some more commits in their 2029 recruiting class, and Carson Campbell could be that guy. The Oklahoma Sooners are one of the premier offensive line schools in NFL history.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / August 1

Four Questions for Oklahoma's Defense Entering Fall Camp

The Sooners are days away from opening fall camp, as the 2026 season is nearly a month away.  Much of the attention this offseason has been placed on the

College Football News / A to Z Sports / July 31
Oklahoma Sooners are making a big push for one of the best prospects in the country in the 2028 recruiting class

Oklahoma Sooners are making a big push for one of the best prospects in the country in the 2028 recruiting class

The Oklahoma Sooners have some good momentum in their pursuit of 2028 defensive lineman Dawson Jacobs. The Oklahoma Sooners are positioning themselves as a serious contender for one of the best players in the 2028 recruiting class.

Oklahoma Sooners News / A to Z Sports / July 31
Oklahoma Sooners just made it known to an elite 2028 recruit that he’s a big priority, and now he’s making an effort to schedule a visit

Oklahoma Sooners just made it known to an elite 2028 recruit that he’s a big priority, and now he’s making an effort to schedule a visit

The Oklahoma Sooners are going after 2028 offensive Tackle Vincent Shields very hard, and now he wants a visit. The Oklahoma Sooners are making a strong impression on 2028 four-star offensive tackle Vincent Shields, and it’s starting to show.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / July 31
Oklahoma Adds New Non-Conference Opponent for 2028 Season, Per Report

Oklahoma Adds New Non-Conference Opponent for 2028 Season, Per Report

The Oklahoma Sooners, as of now, are scheduled to play three non-conference opponents for the 2028 season. OU will host Temple and Colorado State with a road game scheduled against the Houston Cougars of the Big 12 — the SEC mandated that its member schools must schedule at least one Power Four opponent.

Oklahoma Sooners News / A to Z Sports / July 31
Oklahoma Sooners are being predicted to land an elite 2028 playmaker who could help kick-start their class

Oklahoma Sooners are being predicted to land an elite 2028 playmaker who could help kick-start their class

The Oklahoma Sooners have a great start to their 2028 recruiting class, and grabbing Dedrick Kimbrough would be great. The Oklahoma Sooners appear to be in a strong position to land one of the top wide receivers in the 2028 recruiting class.

Oklahoma Sooners News / A to Z Sports / July 30
Oklahoma Sooners commit revealed why he made a decision that had the recruiting world very confused

Oklahoma Sooners commit revealed why he made a decision that had the recruiting world very confused

The Oklahoma Sooners have their 2028 quarterback now in Trey Tagliaferri, and he’s committed to OU for a reason. The Oklahoma Sooners have their first commitment in the 2028 recruiting class, and it’s a big one.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Softball On SI / July 29
Why the No. 1 College Softball Recruit's Reclassification Is a Big Win for Oklahoma in 2027

Why the No. 1 College Softball Recruit's Reclassification Is a Big Win for Oklahoma in 2027

The University of Oklahoma softball team has an opportunity to make another appearance in the Women’s College World Series after missing out last season for the first year since 2015.

Brent Venables News / Yardbarker / July 7
Oklahoma lands ATH Jaiden Fields over Texas A&M, TCU and others

Oklahoma lands ATH Jaiden Fields over Texas A&M, TCU and others

The Oklahoma Sooners are on the board with one of the better athletes in the 2027 recruiting class.

Jon Sumrall, Florida beat out Nebraska, Oregon for DB Kamauri Whitfield
James Franklin brings 'newfound swagger' to Virginia Tech on recruiting trail
Nebraska beats out top programs for four-star WR Khalil Taylor
Marcus Freeman News / Yardbarker / July 2
Notre Dame loses QB Trey Tagliaferri less than a week after his commitment to Irish

Notre Dame loses QB Trey Tagliaferri less than a week after his commitment to Irish

You don't often see the Notre Dame Fighting Irish on the wrong side of a flip, and that's especailly true when the commitment has just happened. 

Notre Dame QB CJ Carr just put the college football world on notice
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John Mateer News / Yardbarker / June 20
Why Oklahoma Sooners' ceiling comes down to one player

Why Oklahoma Sooners' ceiling comes down to one player

In 2025, the Oklahoma Sooners went 10-3 while still making the College Football Playoff, losing to Alabama in the first round. Not good enough to feel completely polished as a program, but good enough to feel like progress.  For the Sooners to make some real noise in 2026, almost everything boils down to one player: quarterback John Mateer.

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Brendan Sorsby's potential supplemental draft value revealed
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