Oklahoma Tight End Overhaul Sets Sights on Playoff Return
A top‑down makeover at tight end, driven by departures and new additions, positions the Sooners to bounce back under Brent Venables.
Jul 28, 2026
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Witten’s Arrival Sparks Optimism for Oklahoma Sooners’ 2026 Offense
The Oklahoma Sooners’ offseason overhaul has already reshaped the program’s trajectory, with Hall of Fame tight end Jason Witten hired as tight ends coach and attracting top transfer talent.
Jul 26, 2026
Oklahoma Sooners Gear Up for SEC Media Days Ahead of 2026 Season
The Oklahoma Sooners enter SEC Media Days with high hopes for the 2026 campaign, showcasing returning stars, strategic additions and a coaching staff eager to build on last year's playoff run.
Jul 25, 2026
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
Rufus Alexander Set to Lead Defense at Mount St. Mary’s
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.
Jun 13, 2026
Oklahoma Sooners Revamp Tight End Room for 2026 Red-Zone Push
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.
May 30, 2026