
Oklahoma Reinvents Its Tight End Corps Ahead of 2026 Season
The Sooners are betting on veteran transfers and a fresh coaching direction to turn a historically weak run‑blocking unit into a cornerstone of their offense.
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The Sooners are betting on veteran transfers and a fresh coaching direction to turn a historically weak run‑blocking unit into a cornerstone of their offense.

Returning starter Ethan Davis and emerging talents like Dasaahn Brame, plus new transfers, give Tennessee a potent tight end unit under coach Alec Abeln.

During the Cowboys' offseason camp, the team studies Jason Witten's film, while Fant cites the legend's techniques; Witten now coaches at Oklahoma, where he has secured commitments from his son and former Tennessee standout, setting up future matchups.
From the early test in Norman to the potential showdown in Columbus, Michigan faces a slate of elite opponents that could define its season.

Four-star tight end Malik Howard chose Tennessee after an official visit, bringing elite size, production and a modern skill set to the Volunteers' 2027 recruiting class.

The Oklahoma Sooners are betting on a size‑heavy tight end corps and veteran coaching to boost red‑zone efficiency in 2026 after a season that yielded just one 30‑point game in the final eight contests.

Ryder Mix, a freshman tight end at Oklahoma, is recovering from an ACL injury sustained in high school. Early enrollment, elite training staff, and mentorship from veterans have fast‑tracked his rehabilitation, positioning him to contribute to the Sooners’ offense by summer.

A rundown of the most compelling storylines emerging from the SEC’s spring sessions, from heated quarterback races to promising breakout players.