Published: 23 August 2025

(by Ryan Chapman) Hoover's Pick: QB John Mateer Since I “boldly” picked quarterback John Mateer to win the Heisman Trophy and lead the Sooners back to the playoff this year, I’ll go ahead and take him as my team MVP. But Mateer’s contribution to resurrecting the offense and rejuvenating the program goes beyond touchdowns and...read more from Oklahoma Sooners on SI

Published: 22 August 2025

(by Carson Field) This year, Oklahoma will play five regular-season games away from Norman. The Sooners have four true road games on their 2025 slate, as well as the annual Red River Rivalry game against Texas at the Cotton Bowl in Dallas. Here’s what to know about the five foreign venues, ranking them from most intimidating to least daunting...read more from Oklahoma Sooners on SI

Published: 22 August 2025

We asked for your camp questions on the Crimson Corner and you delivered. We run the gamut at all positions. OU fans really wanted to know the deepest details of the roster such as the third string QB, Taylor Tatum's prospects this season and even what say Ben Arbuckle will have in player personnel decisions...from the SoonerScoop

Published: 22 August 2025

Sooners Illustrated's Josh Callaway and Collin Kennedy recap all the latest happenings on the recruiting trail and look ahead to the start of the 2025 season with their annual Oklahoma roster superlatives...from Sooners Illustrated

Published: 22 August 2025

(by Ryan Chapman) John Mateer took many lessons from his first season as a starter in college football. He threw for 3,139 yards and 29 touchdowns and added 826 yards and 15 additional scores on the ground. His 44 total touchdowns were tied for the best mark in all of the FBS, but the biggest takeaway from the year was how he now...read more from Oklahoma Sooners on SI

Published: 22 August 2025

(by Ryan Chapman) Hoover's Bold Prediction: Heisman No. 8 and the CFP You want bold? Fine. We’re starting at the top and we’re taking it the distance: Oklahoma quarterback John Mateer will win the Heisman Trophy in 2025 on his way to leading the Sooners to the College Football Playoff. All things being equal — that is...read more from Oklahoma Sooners on SI

Published: 21 August 2025

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Published: 21 August 2025

(by John E. Hoover) Thursday’s news that the SEC has finally decided to switch to a nine-game conference schedule from the long-standing eight-game format starting next fall with the 2026 season has rekindled a favorite topic among Oklahoma fans. Who should the Sooners’ three permanent SEC rivals be? With a nine-game schedule, the...read more from Oklahoma Sooners on SI

Published: 21 August 2025

(by Tom Green) The SEC is moving to a nine-game conference schedule. The league finally settled on its long-debated conference schedule formatting, announcing Thursday that it will begin implementing a nine-game league schedule beginning in 2026. The SEC has maintained an eight-game schedule since 1992, and the topic of expanding to...read more from Sooners Illustrated

Published: 21 August 2025

(by Ryan Chapman) NORMAN — In the middle of Oklahoma’s battle with LSU, wide receivers coach Emmett Jones pulled his young unit together to deliver a clear message. “I remember a certain situation where we were down in Baton Rouge in one moment — that game situation,” Jones said on Tuesday. “I just remember putting all those...read more from Oklahoma Sooners on SI

Published: 21 August 2025

(by Sam Gillenwater) The ranking of No. 18 Oklahoma may be all over the place, especially considering the changes made in Norman this offseason. That said, Josh Pate knows exactly where he is on the Sooners, having had them as underrated for some time now. Appearing on ESPN’s ‘Get Up’ on Thursday, Pate named OU as his most...read more from On3.com

Published: 21 August 2025

(by Ryan Chapman) Hoover's pick: WR/KR Isaiah Sategna When there’s a new quarterback and a new offensive system, sometimes the leading receiver emerges during spring ball or training camp. From all indications, that has happened with Isaiah Sategna, the Sooners’ explosive possession receiver who transferred from Arkansas...read more from Oklahoma Sooners on SI

Published: 21 August 2025

(by Dekota Gregory) Oklahoma wide receivers coach Emmett Jones couldn't praise freshman Elijah Thomas enough when he was asked about the young star after a recent practice. In the midst of the praise, Jones even compared Thomas to Pro Bowl receiver Malik Nabers. "That's Malik Nabers right there," Jones said of Thomas...read more from Stormin' in Norman

Published: 21 August 2025

(by John Williams) The Oklahoma Sooners have been receiving a lot of love from national and SEC analysts entering the season. Though they were 6-7 a year ago, pundits are projecting an improved season for the Sooners. Oklahoma was right outside the top 25 in the US LBM Coaches Poll, but USA TODAY Sports college football writer...read more from the Sooners Wire

Published: 20 August 2025

(by Carson Field) NORMAN — After a slow season through the air, Oklahoma added four wide receivers from the transfer portal in December. And the Sooners didn’t stop there. OU added its fifth transfer wideout, Jer’Michael Carter from McNeese State, in April. The addition followed the signings of receivers Isaiah Sategna (Arkansas)...read more from Oklahoma Sooners on SI

Published: 20 August 2025

(by Colton Sulley) NORMAN — OU football opens the 2025 season against Illinois State on Aug. 30 at Gaylord Family — Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Coming off a disappointing 2024 season, there's optimism in the air. Sooners coach Brent Venables rebuilt his offense with Washington State imports Ben Arbuckle and John Mateer. OU also...read more from The Oklahoman

Published: 20 August 2025

(by Ryan Chapman) NORMAN — The biggest addition to Oklahoma’s cornerback room in 2025 will be the return of Gentry Williams. Williams started 10 games in 2023, totaling three interceptions, 30 tackles and four tackles for loss, but he was unable to capitalize on his breakout season in 2024. A shoulder injury ended his year after just two...read more from Oklahoma Sooners on SI

Published: 20 August 2025

(by Jesse Crittenden) NORMAN — OU defensive tackles coach Todd Bates has an acronym he uses for his position group. TEAM — “together even after meetings.” That’s been the motto for the interior of the Sooners’ defensive line, which has become one of the closest position groups on the team. Part of that is the camaraderie — but most...read more from the OUInsider

Published: 20 August 2025

(by Ryan Chapman) Hoover’s Pick: S Peyton Bowen Peyton Bowen is healthy this year, and with two years experience in his pocket, fans should expect to see a major rise from the Sooners’ junior safety. He’s being asked to replace four-year starter Billy Bowman, and that won’t be easy. But Bowen’s football IQ is off the charts, so now all...read more from Oklahoma Sooners on SI

Published: 20 August 2025

(by Colton Sulley) NORMAN — Jay Valai is excited about his young corners, but he can't overstate how important it's been having veteran Gentry Williams back. Valai, OU's fourth-year cornerbacks coach, knew what a healthy Williams could do on the field with his unique skills and off the field as a leader. But Williams' aggression to get back to...read more from The Oklahoman