Practice Report: Oklahoma’s Defensive Line Looks Ready for the SEC Grind
Steve Curtis | August 7th, 2026 The Sooners opened practice to the media for the first time this fall on Friday morning. Time to break down what we saw. Over on defense, David Stone and Jayden Jackson look bigger than ever and have fully embraced their roles as the elder statesmen of Oklahoma’s defensive line. […]
Oklahoma S Michael Boganowski is Ready to Shine in 2026
The junior safety is set to replace Robert Spears-Jennings in the OU secondary this fall. Ryan Chapman | NORMAN — Michael Boganowski’s time has arrived. The junior is projected to start at safety alongside Peyton Bowen, where he hopes to show he’s a well-rounded player and not just a big hitter. Click here to read more.
Oklahoma’s Defensive End Room Is the Deepest on the Roster
Steve Curtis | August 6th, 2026 When Brent Venables arrived in Norman in November 2021, he promised to build a “physical, punishing, relentless, suffocating defense.” That transformation didn’t happen overnight. After finishing 122nd nationally in total defense during Venables’ first season, Oklahoma’s defensive front quickly became a point of emphasis. The Sooners attacked the transfer […]
Oklahoma S Michael Boganowski is Ready to Shine in 2026
The junior safety is set to replace Robert Spears-Jennings in the OU secondary this fall. Ryan Chapman | NORMAN — Michael Boganowski’s time has arrived. The junior is projected to start at safety alongside Peyton Bowen, where he hopes to show he’s a well-rounded player and not just a big hitter. He’s played plenty over the last two […]
Ben Arbuckle is Still Evolving, Which is Great News for Oklahoma
The OU offensive coordinator discussed how he’s grown as a play-caller ahead of his second fall camp with the Sooners. Ryan Chapman | NORMAN — Every part of Oklahoma’s offense is looking to evolve in 2026, and that includes offensive coordinator Ben Arbuckle. Arbuckle is entering his fifth season as a collegiate play caller. He spent […]
Venables at SEC Media Days: Team 132’s Identity
Steve Curtis August 4th, 2026 Brent Venables spent much of SEC Media Days discussing leadership, physicality and Oklahoma’s demanding 2026 schedule, but every answer ultimately pointed back to the same belief: the Sooners’ identity won’t be determined by preseason expectations, it will be earned on the field. Leadership has become one of the defining traits […]
Oklahoma’s John Mateer Needs Reasonable Improvements Based on 2025 SEC QB Numbers
Would it be great if Mateer threw out Baker Mayfield or Sam Bradford numbers? Is it realistic? Improvements can be reasonable for the Sooners to have success. Brady Trantham | Last year, John Mateer navigated a hand injury to a mixed bag of results. To some, his play was admirable given the injury and where Oklahoma landed […]
Oklahoma Adds New Non-Conference Opponent for 2028 Season, Per Report
The Sooners already have three non-conference opponents for 2028, but have added a fourth for now. Brady Trantham | 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 […]
Players who Will Make a Difference in Each Game for Oklahoma in 2026
Here’s an offensive and a defensive player who will help determine whether or not the Sooners will win in each game. Ryan Aber | NORMAN — Oklahoma opens its 2026 season in a little more than a month. The Sooners have high expectations but also have plenty of question marks — particularly on offense. One players […]
How Deep Is Oklahoma’s Linebacker Room Entering 2026?
Steve Curtis July 30th, 2026 Since Brent Venables arrived at Oklahoma in November 2021, the Sooners have become one of the nation’s premier programs for developing linebackers. Danny Stutsman quickly emerged as the face of that transformation. After recording 38 tackles as a true freshman in 2021, he developed into one of the nation’s best […]
