
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.

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.