There seems to be great surprise among OU insiders about this. Just another guy seeking a bigger payday despite not geing a starter?
Stone enters the portal... then apparently changes his mind.
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Gerald McCoy, who claims to be close to Stone, is implying that there's more to it but I'm not really buying it.
Stone's entire recruiting process was a relentless grab for attention. Which is fine as these kids are living the dream so to speak, so soak it up. But it lends credibility to his character and the idea that this is about his ego and money.
It was clear that he wasn't going to be a starter and not really climb the depth chart even, and while simultaneously demanding to much money.
These young men wanted to get paid and make this a business. In the business world you gotta produce. As of now Stone's juice isn't worth the squeeze and Nagy is here to make those decisions.
I really wanted to see David succeed so this sucks regardless. Much like the Nico situation at Tennessee, patience, perseverance and the reality of what you're bringing to the table versus what you want in return, appear to be lost on this young man.
It's nothing personal but it's better for the sport in the long run that Stone and Nico fall hard on their faces. Those coming up behind them need to learn from the mistakes of the current guys.
Stone's entire recruiting process was a relentless grab for attention. Which is fine as these kids are living the dream so to speak, so soak it up. But it lends credibility to his character and the idea that this is about his ego and money.
It was clear that he wasn't going to be a starter and not really climb the depth chart even, and while simultaneously demanding to much money.
These young men wanted to get paid and make this a business. In the business world you gotta produce. As of now Stone's juice isn't worth the squeeze and Nagy is here to make those decisions.
I really wanted to see David succeed so this sucks regardless. Much like the Nico situation at Tennessee, patience, perseverance and the reality of what you're bringing to the table versus what you want in return, appear to be lost on this young man.
It's nothing personal but it's better for the sport in the long run that Stone and Nico fall hard on their faces. Those coming up behind them need to learn from the mistakes of the current guys.
More transfers looming as the money-grab game continues for these mercenary players,
And what will keep Mateer at OU after this season?
And what will keep Mateer at OU after this season?
It's unfortunate, but this is not unique to OU. It's becoming more frequent at most of the major programs now.
These young men are getting bad advice from agents or family and are just looking for the big payday without having to earn it.
Agents are bad for the sport and even worse is kids who have a dad acting as his agent.
Agents are bad for the sport and even worse is kids who have a dad acting as his agent.
Rumors:
Stone was hit a significant reduction in his NIL and the sole reason for his testing the waters. Not guaranteed that he is gone as many reports that he wants to be at Oklahoma.
If true thats understandable but it's also understandable that Oklahoma doesn't want to pay DT1 price for potential. Stone would definitely play and be a important piece of the rotation but not yet a starter.
This is the new world of college ball. I see both sides so no hard feelings but I'm a Sooner fan not an "insert player's name" fan.
Stone was hit a significant reduction in his NIL and the sole reason for his testing the waters. Not guaranteed that he is gone as many reports that he wants to be at Oklahoma.
If true thats understandable but it's also understandable that Oklahoma doesn't want to pay DT1 price for potential. Stone would definitely play and be a important piece of the rotation but not yet a starter.
This is the new world of college ball. I see both sides so no hard feelings but I'm a Sooner fan not an "insert player's name" fan.
His teammate in hs turned out to be better.
Yes, just another example that Rivals' star ratings are not the be-all and end-all of actual performance. Just ask Sam Bradford and Baker Mayfield.
Agree.
Recruiting is and always has been an inexact science.
I wish that a boy’s character (and perhaps his parents) would be scrutinized more and not just his on the field resume.
Having celebrity status as a 16-17-18 year old can be problematic on several levels.
Stone exits the portal and remains with Oklahoma.
Glad he's staying from a player standpoint but this dude better not be a bust.
Glad he's staying from a player standpoint but this dude better not be a bust.
Former 5-star defensive tackle David Stone reversed his decision to enter the college football transfer porta.
Glad they resigned him. He has added the weight he needed to play SEC DT, I heard he was down to 280-290 last year. He has very good technique, strong upper body and great hands. The extra weight could be the one thing needed, to get him playing 5 star football.
And right now, any bit of good news is welcome.
He can leave, of course, but I think his deal is $2.7M over 2 years.
They're doing what they can to keep him.
Oklahoma Sooners defensive lineman David Stone initially entered the transfer portal on Friday, April 18, 2025, but then withdrew his name on Sunday, April 20, 2025
He is going to have a lot of pressure on him to perform. My prediction is that he will be solid, but nothing spectacular. Wouldn't be surprised to see him place this NIL game again.
We shouldn’t be paying them at all. The degree is enough compensation
Some from reputable X sources, he wasn’t paid more, he was paid what the original agreement was and he was in the portal because he was getting a deduction.
My gut tells me keeping him is really going to pay off.