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Former Sooners starter is starting to force his way onto the 53-man roster of a potential playoff team after being a seventh-round pick

Former Sooners starter is starting to force his way onto the 53-man roster of a potential playoff team after being a seventh-round pick

The Oklahoma Sooners loved having Robert Spears-Jennings on the squad, but now he’s making plays for the Pittsburgh Steelers. The Oklahoma Sooners have sent many players to the NFL over the last few years.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / August 23

Oklahoma Lines up Gameday Visits with Highly Touted Prospects

Now that the 2026 season is less than two weeks away, the Sooners have begun scheduling gameday visits with high school prospects. One of the highly touted recruits who will be on campus during the fall is Class of 2028 athlete Kamieon Compton-Nero, who hails from Owasso, Okla.

Whitt Newbauer News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / August 23

In Battle for Oklahoma's QB2 Spot, Whitt Newbauer Has Been 'Fun to Watch'

When Oklahoma signed Bowe Bentley, a class of 2026 blue-chip quarterback, the assumption was that he would back up John Mateer. That assumption didn't account for Whitt Newbauer, who was the third-string quarterback in 2025 after transferring from Mercer.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / August 22
Sooners land in the top-6 of an elite defensive playmaker recruit in the 2028 class, and his teammate is already an Oklahoma commit

Sooners land in the top-6 of an elite defensive playmaker recruit in the 2028 class, and his teammate is already an Oklahoma commit

The Oklahoma Sooners are close to landing elite 2028 safety Jaelyn Easterling-Flores, but so are five other teams. The Oklahoma Sooners have positioned themselves well in the recruitment of 4-star safety Jaelyn Easterling-Flores, landing in the top 6 for the 2028 prospect.

John Mateer News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / August 22

Oklahoma’s John Mateer Built Chemistry With Trell Harris Despite Offseason Recovery

John Mateer finds value in working with a particular quality of person each day at practice. When the conversation focuses heavily on athletic ability, Mateer looks at things slightly different.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / August 22

Owen Heinecke, Kip Lewis' Differing Personalities Have Elevated Oklahoma's LB Room

Oklahoma’s two most experienced linebackers couldn’t be any more different. On one side is Owen Heinecke, who describes himself as “levelheaded” and composed.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / August 22
'We’re Going to Zag a Little Bit': How Oklahoma Plans to Thrive Under AD Roger Denny

'We’re Going to Zag a Little Bit': How Oklahoma Plans to Thrive Under AD Roger Denny

Collegiate athletics is in a constant state of flux.  The transfer portal, paired with Name, Image and Likeness, has prompted many changes across the country,

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / August 22
Oklahoma’s Brent Venables Thinks Jake Maikkula Injury ‘Short Term’, Backups Versatile

Oklahoma’s Brent Venables Thinks Jake Maikkula Injury ‘Short Term’, Backups Versatile

NORMAN — Following Oklahoma's Friday practice, Brent Venables spoke about the injury to the Sooners' starting center Jake Maikkula. Venables, who recently

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / August 21

Oklahoma AD Roger Denny not in a Hurry to ad Advertising Patches on Sooners' Uniforms

Roger Denny isn’t in a hurry to solidify a deal to put jersey patch advertisements on Oklahoma football, basketball and other uniforms. “I’m being really stubborn about it,” the Oklahoma athletic director said Thursday in a meeting with reporters.

John Mateer News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / August 21

Why Oklahoma Quarterback John Mateer Says Offense is 'In a Great Spot'

John Mateer’s second season as Oklahoma’s starting quarterback will officially begin in two weeks. And Mateer, who transferred to OU from Washington State prior to the 2025 season, is essentially counting down the minutes until the Sooners’ opener against UTEP on Friday, Sept.

Brent Venables News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / August 21
Brent Venables 'Thankful, Grateful' for Oklahoma's Commitment in Contract Extension

Brent Venables 'Thankful, Grateful' for Oklahoma's Commitment in Contract Extension

When news broke that the University of Oklahoma had extended Brent Venables’ contract, it was met with confusion from some national observers and gratitude from others.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / August 21

New Arena Project Nearing an Important Milestone, Oklahoma AD Roger Denny Says

 While the Oklahoma women’s basketball program already had plenty of momentum, the men’s program has made strides toward closing the gap in recent months.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / August 20
Will Oklahoma Continue to Play Marquee Non-Conference Games in the Future?

Will Oklahoma Continue to Play Marquee Non-Conference Games in the Future?

Future college football schedules take center stage in the offseason.  As conference realignment has shuffled the deck, there is an imbalance in schedule

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / August 20

'The Palace Project' Moving Forward, Though Details Will Change, Oklahoma AD Roger Denny Says

“The Palace Project,” the extensive renovations on Gaylord Family — Oklahoma Memorial Stadium, will move forward, Oklahoma athletic director Roger Denny said Thursday in a meeting with reporters.

Brent Venables News / Yardbarker / August 20
Brent Venables seems rather average among SEC coaches even after new contract with Oklahoma

Brent Venables seems rather average among SEC coaches even after new contract with Oklahoma

The Oklahoma Sooners clearly believe in head football coach Brent Venables. After going 32-20 over his first five seasons with the program, the Sooners have given Venables a big-time contract.

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Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / August 20
Should Oklahoma Recalibrate Expectations After Recent Pair of Additions?

Should Oklahoma Recalibrate Expectations After Recent Pair of Additions?

Over the last couple of weeks, Oklahoma’s roster has improved significantly. The Sooners signed former SMU and Tennessee guard B.J. Edwards last week. And on Wednesday, they earned a commitment from forward Duke Brennan, who earned All-Big East honors for the 2025-26 season.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Yardbarker / August 20
Brent Venables had better justify exorbitant contract extension

Oklahoma's Brent Venables had better justify exorbitant contract extension in pivotal Year 5

Venables must prove he's worth the money during the Sooners' 2026 season.

Venables seems rather average among SEC coaches even after new contract
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Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / August 20

Courtland Guillory Believes Oklahoma's Offense Will 'Do Some Damage' This Season

When you add spring ball, the Oklahoma Sooners have gone against one another just over 25 days of practice. The familiarity breeds competitive back-and-forths, even amongst teammates.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Softball On SI / August 18
Three-Time Oklahoma Softball National Champion Joins UNCW Coaching Staff

Three-Time Oklahoma Softball National Champion Joins UNCW Coaching Staff

A three-time national champion with the Oklahoma Sooners is taking on her first collegiate coaching role.  Alyssa Brito has officially joined the UNCW softball program as an assistant coach, the team announced Monday afternoon.

Paul Finebaum News / Viral Sports News / August 17
Paul Finebaum Throws Clear Shade at Oklahoma Sooners

Paul Finebaum Throws Clear Shade at Oklahoma Sooners

ESPN analyst Paul Finebaum on Monday identified Oklahoma’s No. 10 ranking in the preseason Associated Press Top 25 as the biggest surprise of the newly released college football rankings.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Softball On SI / August 17

Former Oklahoma Softball Infielder Named Inaugural AUSL Rawlings Gold Glove Award Winner

The Athletes Unlimited Softball League (AUSL) and Rawlings Sporting Goods Company, Inc. handed out its first-ever Rawlings Gold Glove Award to Oklahoma City’s shortstop, Sydney Romero.  For a league that launched in 2025, the moment marks another huge step in strengthening the professional softball scene.

Oklahoma Sooners News / A to Z Sports / August 16
Sooners have found yet another in-state prospect who’s been drastically under-recruited, and they seem to like him a lot

Sooners have found yet another in-state prospect who’s been drastically under-recruited, and they seem to like him a lot

The Oklahoma Sooners are extremely interested in in-state recruit King Underwood, and he’s interested in OU. The Oklahoma Sooners have extended a scholarship offer to 2028 recruit King Underwood, a 6’4, 210-pound two-way athlete from Piedmont, Oklahoma, with a family connection to the program that stretches back to the Billy Tubbs era.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / August 13
Oklahoma lands former SMU starter thanks to 5-in-5 eligibility lawsuit

Oklahoma lands former SMU starter thanks to 5-in-5 eligibility lawsuit

The Oklahoma Sooners have picked up a late addition to their 2026 men's basketball roster thanks to new NCAA eligibility rules. 

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