When word got out that Jayden Petit, a prize Oklahoma receiver target, was making his way to Norman late last month there was little doubt about it's

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A Prediction for the Sooners to Land a Long-Time Key Target

OU could once again be without one of its best defensive players this Saturday against LSU.   Defensive end R Mason Thomas was listed as doubtful on

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OU vs LSU availability report (Wednesday): R Mason Thomas status update

Oklahoma's run in 2026, and flips from Texas Power four programs continues on Wednesday afternoon. That's because the Sooners reeled in Markel Ford,

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Markel Ford Marks Continued Run for Sooners

Lancaster (Texas) Horn three-star safety Markel Ford has flipped his commitment from SMU to Oklahoma.  Pledged to the Mustangs since April 25, Ford

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Oklahoma flips 2026 safety Markel Ford from SMU

For OU wide receiver Javonnie Gibson, his first touchdown as a Sooner was a long time coming.   The Arkansas-Pine Bluff wide receiver finally got in

Nov 22, 2025; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners wide receiver Javonnie Gibson (11) celebrates with Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) after catching a touchdown pass during the second quarter against the Missouri Tigers at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images



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Can Javonnie Gibson become a late-season weapon for OU?

It might have been easy to forget about OU offensive tackle Derek Simmons. After suffering a concussion, he was a little out of sight and out of

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Derek Simmons only looking forward, not back for OU at offensive tackle

It wasn't long ago that Damonic Williams was considered the most coveted player in the transfer portal in the spring of 2024.   Now a senior

Oklahoma Sooners defensive lineman Damonic Williams (52) rushes the quarterback during a college football game between the University of Oklahoma Sooners (OU) and the Ole Miss Rebels at Gaylord Family Ð Oklahoma Memorial Stadium in Norman, Okla., Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025. Ole Miss won 34-26.



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Damonic Williams reflects on his time at OU, strong bond with Todd Bates

This week's WOKElahoma starts with what is starting to look like one of the Sooners strongest visitor lists of the Brent Venables era. Let's take a

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The First Look at Sooners Big Visit Weekend

OU linebacker Kendal Daniels didn’t beat around the bush months ago when he said coming to Norman was the best decision of his life.  All these

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Why Kendal Daniels wants to keep his OU journey going

OU is on the cusp of making the College Football Playoff for the first time since 2019.   The Sooners ranked 8th in the latest College Football

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Where OU ranks in the latest College Football Playoff rankings

The 2025 college football season got off to a strong start as TV ratings surged. Viewership increased across the country ahead of an anticipated

College Football TV Ratings: Tracking the top 10 most watched games of the 2025 season

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College Football TV Ratings: Tracking the Top 10 most watched games of the 2025 season

It's no secret that the running back situation is not ideal for OU.   With one regular-season game remaining and the College Football Playoff

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Brent Venables sheds light on Jovantae Barnes, OU running back depth situation

Not a shock at all, but now official for OU kicker Tate Sandell. The Sooner star was named as one of the three finalists for the 34th Lou Groza

Oklahoma players celebrate Oklahoma kicker Tate Sandell (29) after he made a field goal during a college football game between Tennessee and Oklahoma in Neyland Stadium in Knoxville on Nov. 1, 2025.



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OU kicker Tate Sandell a Lou Groza Award finalist

Oklahoma has dialed up a huge recruiting weekend for the regular season finale on Saturday as the eight-ranked Sooners host LSU in a pivotal game

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Intel: Oklahoma hosting key 2026 targets for regular season finale against LSU

Late in the summer many wondered when Oklahoma was going to make a load of new offers after a rough few months and some narrow losses on the

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Can the Sooners Keep Rolling in 2026?

John Mateer is not shying away from the criticism.   The OU quarterback is well aware that the Oklahoma offense has not been good in recent weeks.

Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) stands beside offensive coordinator Ben Arbuckle after a college football game between the University of Oklahoma Sooners (OU) and the Missouri Tigers at Gaylord Family Ð Oklahoma Memorial Stadium in Norman, Okla., on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025. Oklahoma won 17-6.



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John Mateer takes blame for OU's offensive struggles

It's the time of year for news from Cibolo (Texas) Steele running back Jonathan Hatton. Just nine days before National Signing Day it's hard not to

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Sooners Getting Familiar Again with Jonathan Hatton

Every week, SoonerScoop.com and On3’s George Stoia will be answering your questions in his weekly OU mailbag. This week, Stoia answers

Sep 6, 2025; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) hugs offensive coordinator Ben Arbuckle after the game at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images



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OU mailbag: Who is to blame more for offensive issues — Arbuckle or Mateer?

After a long-time commitment to the Sooners it seems the program and Bryant, Ark. linebacker Jakore Smith are heading in different directions. The

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Sooners Lose a Commit, Ready to Gain More?

Cibolo (Texas) Steele Rivals300 running back Jonathan Hatton Jr. has flipped his commitment from Texas A&M back to Oklahoma, bringing his process

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Oklahoma flips four-star RB Jonathan Hatton Jr. from Texas A&M

Just keep rolling with the wave when it comes to OU. That's win No. 9 and puts OU one step closer toward its goal of making the College Football

SoonerScoop Sights & Sounds: OU wins its way, no apologies

Make this a weekly occurrence for OU. For the second consecutive week, a trio of Sooners have been honored by the Southeastern Conference for their

Oklahoma Sooners defensive lineman Gracen Halton (56) and Oklahoma Sooners defensive lineman Taylor Wein (44) celebrate during a college football game between the University of Oklahoma Sooners (OU) and the Missouri Tigers at Gaylord Family Ð Oklahoma Memorial Stadium in Norman, Okla., on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025. Oklahoma won 17-6.



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Wein, Halton and Miller earn SEC honors for OU after win over Missouri

Oklahoma football had 20 commitments still playing in the 2025 season as they get deeper and deeper into the playoffs. Several saw their season come

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A Long-Awaited Return for Sooners Commit

For many around Oklahoma football there was some real trepidation in the offseason. That concern filtered down to many recruits who were hearing

Sooners Ready to Welcome Back a Familiar Face?

Man, when the 2025 schedule came out, and OU-LSU was the season finale? If you were an OU fan, you were hoping the Sooners were still alive in the

Frank Wilson reveals LSU starting QB between Garrett Nussmeier and Michael Van Buren

First look at LSU: Tigers have anything left for OU?

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