SIP Ep. 211 | Oklahoma's defense had a day against Auburn - can they ride it to an SEC title?
(by Josh Callaway) Following Oklahoma's big win in the SEC opener, the Sooners Illustrated Podcast is back with a brand new episode to recap it all. Sooners Illustrated's Josh Callaway, James D. Jackson and Tom Green break down all the angles of the Sooners' thrilling 24-17 win over Auburn on Saturday afternoon in Norman...listen to podcast from Sooners Illustrated
Column: Finally, Let's Talk About Oklahoma QB John Mateer and the Heisman
(by John E. Hoover) If John Mateer is ever going to take his place alongside the bronze icons of Oklahoma’s Heisman Park, then Saturday’s victory over Auburn is exactly what he needed to get there. Not just the go-ahead touchdown run in the final minutes. Not just the passing perfection on the game-winning drive. Not just a nearly mistake-free...read more from Oklahoma Sooners on SI
Sooners quietly cleared controversial TD play with refs before game even started
(by Dekota Gregory) If the Oklahoma Sooners really are cheaters, then they're apparently really bad at hiding it. The Sooners' first touchdown in their 24-17 win over Auburn on Saturday went viral as college football fans and the ABC broadcast crew deemed it was illegal, then the SEC also released a statement later confirming that claim...read more from Stormin' in Norman
OU received a first place vote? Where each voter ranked OU in the Week 5 AP Poll
(by James D. Jackson) So, Oklahoma came in at No. 7 in the AP Top 25 Poll, meaning the Sooners once again gained a few spots in the AP poll released Sunday afternoon. The Sooners have been ranked since the start of the season, but have had a steady climb from Week 0 through Week 5. Oklahoma entered the season at No. 18 and stayed...read more from Sooners Illustrated
Oklahoma's R Mason Thomas, Grayson Miller earn SEC honors
(by George Stoia) OU defensive end R Mason Thomas and punter Grayson Miller both earned SEC honors this week after Oklahoma’s 24-17 win over Auburn. Thomas was named a co-Defensive Lineman Player of the Week, while Miller was the Special Teams Player of the Week in the conference. Thomas was phenomenal for the Sooners...read more from the SoonerScoop
Analyzing OU's annual opponents: Texas, Ole Miss, Missouri
(by Jesse Crittenden) Oklahoma will face Texas, Ole Miss and Missouri annually over the next four seasons, per On3’s Chris Low. The SEC is set to announce the nine conference opponents for the 2026 season on Tuesday. However, Low announced Monday the three annual opponents for each team from 2026-2029. In this case, the Sooners...read more from the OUInsider
Which of No. 7 Oklahoma's Remaining Games Will be the Toughest?
(by Ryan Chapman) The Sooners get a much-needed break this weekend. Fresh off beating Auburn 24-17, No. 7 Oklahoma has a week to heal up and prepare for the true grind of the SEC schedule to begin. After taking on Kent State, the Sooners will play seven of the best teams in the country over an eight-week span to try and earn their way back...read more from Oklahoma Sooners on SI
Oklahoma Sooners into the US LBM Coaches Poll top 10 after win over Auburn (OU #10)
(by John Williams) The Oklahoma Sooners moved to 4-0 on the season with their 24-17 win over the Auburn Tigers. Oklahoma is also 1-0 in SEC play and extended its unbeaten record against Auburn to 4-0. It was a strong day for the defense, a Brent Venables-led unit that recorded nine sacks in the game, tied for the most all-time in...read more from the Sooners Wire
SoonerScoop Sights and Sounds: OU 24, Auburn 17, Sooners show their fight
(by Bob Przybylo) OU fans might celebrate through the week. Now that the Sooners are off to close out the month, sit back and enjoy what happened against Auburn. Because what happened? Two very good teams in a very tight, contested contest. Ultimately, OU had all the answers in the final seven minutes to earn the 24-17 victory in Norman...read more from the SoonerScoop
Baker Mayfield calls out Steve Wilks, Jets after win: 'Lot of stuff was personal today'
(by Nick Geddes) The Tampa Bay Buccaneers and quarterback Baker Mayfield had a little extra motivation heading into Sunday’s Week 3 home contest against the New York Jets. For Mayfield, this game represented a chance to face off against a defense led by Steve Wilks. Wilks, New York’s defensive coordinator, became head coach of the...read more from On3.com
Sunday Offering: Oklahoma Hosts Several High-Priority Targets for SEC Opener
(by Carson Field) NORMAN — Dozens of high-school prospects were on hand as the Sooners opened SEC play with a 24-17 win against No. 22 Auburn. OU improved to 4-0 on the 2025 season with the win and jumped from No. 11 to No. 7 in the AP Top 25. The Sooners have the week off before hosting Kent State on Oct. 4...read more from Oklahoma Sooners on SI
How Oklahoma kicker Tate Sandell has been nearly perfect this season: 'Just keep it mellow'
(by James D. Jackson) NORMAN – Whenever Oklahoma is on the field, there's a lot of excitement being expressed. The defense is celebrating after sacking the quarterback and forcing a third-down stop. The offense is pointing fingers after a first down and jumping in the air after the score. It's all part of what makes football exciting...read more from Sooners Illustrated
Oklahoma WR Isaiah Sategna Continues to Build Trust After Career Day vs. Auburn
(by Ryan Chapman) NORMAN — Oklahoma receiver Isaiah Sategna was seemingly in the middle of every inflection point against Auburn. The Arkansas transfer played a major role in the 24-17 win from the start. He was unable to haul in a pass on OU’s first drive in a play that was initially called a fumble, leading to a Tigers scoop-and-score...read more from Oklahoma Sooners on SI
R Mason Thomas proves 'The Closer' nickname by calling shot vs Auburn
(by Dekota Gregory) Oklahoma defensive end R Mason Thomas might be nicknamed “The Closer," but like a home-run hitter, Thomas called his shot in the bottom of the ninth against Auburn on Saturday. Thomas sealed the No. 11 Sooners’ 24–17 win over No. 22 Auburn with a sack of former OU quarterback Jackson Arnold in the end zone of...read more from Stormin' in Norman
2025 AP Poll Week 5 Reaction | OU in the TOP TEN! | Auburn Fans Are Whiny Babies
(by Jesse Crittenden) Oklahoma continues to improve in the AP Top 25 Poll. The Sooners climbed four spots to No. 7 in the latest rankings, released on Sunday afternoon. The rankings come after the Sooners beat then-No. 22 Auburn, 24-17, on Saturday to improve to 4-0 on the season. It’s the Sooners’ first time in the top 10 since 2013...read more from the OUInsider
John Mateer, OU offense passes big test against Auburn
(by Jesse Crittenden) NORMAN — Through three and a half quarters Saturday, it had not been a good day for Oklahoma’s offense. But with 7:08 left in the game, and trailing Auburn 17-16, John Mateer and the Sooners had a chance to erase that. Mateer took advantage. In just six plays, Mateer led the Sooners 75 yards down the field to score and...read more from the OUInsider
How Oklahoma DE R Mason Thomas Kept His 'Rhythm' After Missing First Half vs. Auburn
(by Carson Field) NORMAN — As each second ticked off the clock in the first half of Oklahoma’s game against Auburn, R Mason Thomas got antsier and antsier. Thomas, a senior defensive end, was forced to miss the first 30 minutes of play against the Tigers, due to a targeting call in the second half of OU’s win against Temple...read more from Oklahoma Sooners on SI
SEC Office Didn't Like Oklahoma's 'Hideout' TD or How the Refs Handled it, But Sooners Say They Didn't Break Rules
(by Ryan Chapman) NORMAN — Oklahoma pulled a fast one to get into the end zone for the first time against Auburn. Following a poor snap on a Tigers punt that set OU up on the 12-yard line, the Sooners faced a first-and-20 following a holding call. Ben Arbuckle called a run for true freshman Tory Blaylock. Receiver Isaiah Sategna drifted toward...read more from Oklahoma Sooners on SI
