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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.

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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.

Peyton Bowen News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / September 11

How Peyton Bowen Battled Through Injuries and is Now Thriving for Oklahoma

Two years ago, Peyton Bowen looked like he was building for a major breakout. Then a freshman, the former 5-star prospect from Corinth, TX, showed steady improvement through the early part of the 2023 season.

Brent Venables News / A to Z Sports / September 11

Brent Venables gives a little insight into what could be coming soon for the Sooners to make their offense even scarier

The Oklahoma Sooners have been surprising some people in the college football world, mainly with what should have been a dominant win over the Michigan Wolverines.

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.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Heartland Sports / September 9

Big Win, Bigger Weekend: OU Turns Michigan Game Into Recruiting Momentum

When Oklahoma took the field against Michigan last Saturday night, the focus for most fans was simple: win the game. The Sooners delivered on that…

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.

Oklahoma QB John Mateer has another elite skill besides passing

NFL Draft intel: How John Mateer breaks the mold like world No. 1 golfer Scottie Scheffler

With interim coach in place, No. 23 Michigan hosts Central Michigan

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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 / 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 / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / September 9

John Mateer's Running, Oklahoma's Special Teams Struggles: Takeaways From Brent Venables' Weekly Press Conference

Oklahoma coach Brent Venables held his weekly press conference Tuesday ahead of the 13th-ranked Sooners’ game Saturday at Temple (11 a.m., ESPN2). Though there was plenty of attention paid to the Owls, who have outscored their opponents 97-17 through two games, there was still plenty of looking back at Saturday’s 24-13 win over Michigan.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / September 9

Former Oklahoma QB Lands New Position With College Football Playoff

A former Oklahoma quarterback is now one of the most influential figures in college football. Justin Fuente, who quarterbacked the Sooners in 1996 and 1997 after an All-State career at Union High School in Tulsa, on Tuesday was named Senior Advisor for Football for the College Football Playoff.

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.

John Mateer, No. 18 Oklahoma upend No. 15 Michigan

Five takeaways from CFB Week 2: OU is back, Oregon is dangerous and Billy Napier is feeling the heat

CFB Week 2 winners, losers: Baylor QB shines, Florida HC Billy Napier suffers crushing defeat

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Oklahoma Sooners News / Heartland Sports / September 8

Alright Sooner Nation, Gather ‘Round | What the Michigan Win Really Means

Alright Sooner Nation, gather ‘round. Oklahoma got the win it wanted—and honestly, the win it needed. The Sooners didn’t just beat Michigan 24–13 on Saturday…

Brent Venables News / A to Z Sports / September 8

Sooners predicted by recruiting expert to land an elite 2027 recruit who fits exactly what Brent Venables is looking for

The Oklahoma Sooners have been predicted by a recruiting expert to land 2027 four-star athlete Demare Dezeurn, from Palisades, California. Oklahoma only has one player committed to their 2027 class as of Monday, September 8, and that's three-star offensive lineman Luke Wilson.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / September 8

Oklahoma OC Ben Arbuckle Pleased with Offensive Balance Through Two Games

Two games into his tenure at Oklahoma, offensive coordinator Ben Arbuckle’s creativity has been on full display. Arbuckle, the 29-year-old coach who previously served as the offensive coordinator at Washington State and Western Kentucky, has helped the Sooners start the 2025 season 2-0.

Oklahoma Sooners News / 5 GOATs / September 7