
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.
Jul 4, 2026
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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.

Former Oklahoma standout Rufus Alexander is returning to the state’s football landscape as defensive coordinator at Mount St. Mary's High School, while the University of Oklahoma undertakes a sweeping overhaul of its coaching and support personnel.

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.