Ryan Chapman

Joined: Dec 19, 2020

Ryan is co-publisher at Sooners On SI and covers a number of sports in and around Norman and Oklahoma City. Working both as a journalist and a sports talk radio host, Ryan has covered the Oklahoma Sooners, the Oklahoma City Thunder, the United States Men’s National Soccer Team, the Oklahoma City Energy and more. Since 2019, Ryan has simultaneously pursued a career as both a writer and a sports talk radio host, working for the Flagship for Oklahoma sports, 107.7 The Franchise, as well as AllSooners.com. Ryan serves as a contributor to The Franchise’s website, TheFranchiseOK.com, which was recognized as having the “Best Website” in 2022 by the Oklahoma Association of Broadcasters. Ryan holds an associate’s degree in Journalism from Oklahoma City Community College in Oklahoma City, OK.

Oklahoma running back Tory Blaylock bursts into the open field in the Sooners' win over South Carolina.

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OU general manager Jim Nagy had high praise for how the Sooners' offensive line handled the offseason at SEC Media Days.

Oklahoma coach Brent Venables locks arms with his players before the Sooners' victory over Missouri.

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The Sooners were picked to finish seventh in the SEC last week despite landing the third-most players in the conference on the Preseason All-SEC Team.

Jake Maikkula prepares to snap the ball to John Mateer in Oklahoma's 2025 win over Tennessee.

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Jim Nagy loves the work that redshirt senior Jake Maikkula put in over the offseason for the Sooners.

Oklahoma defensive lineman Jayden Jackson celebrates after making a play against Texas in the Red River Rivalry.

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The Sooners' successful retention efforts on defense have the unit ready to compete at the highest level again in 2026.

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SEC commissioner Greg Sankey said the league is evaluating all factors around the football title game amidst constant College Football Playoff expansion discussions.

Oklahoma general manager Jim Nagy looks on as the Sooners battle Michigan at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium.

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The OU general manager will be closely monitoring one of the Sooners' position battles on offense throughout August.

Oklahoma defensive end Taylor Wein was one of the 10 Sooners who landed on the Preseason All-SEC Team.

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The Sooners landed 10 representatives on the Preseason All-SEC Team as SEC Media Days concluded.

SEC commissioner Greg Sankey talks during a press conference in Norman.

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The Sooners won a pair of national titles in their second year in the conference.

Oklahoma coach Brent Venables speaks at the podium at SEC Media Days in Tampa.

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The SEC's nine-game schedule will provide an extra challenge each year, which is more than OK with OU head coach Brent Venables.

Oklahoma's offensive line huddles before a snap against Alabama in Tuscaloosa.

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The Sooners are working to build an improved rushing attack this season, and that growth starts with the offensive line.

Oklahoma quarterback John Mateer calls for a snap in the Red River Rivalry against Texas.

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The OU signal caller did plenty of self-reflection over the offseason after winning 10 games in his first season in the SEC.

Oklahoma defensive end Taylor Wein smiles during warm-ups ahead of the Sooners' contest against Temple.

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Taylor Wein burst onto the scene a year ago for the Sooners, and he believes there is another member of the defensive line ready for a big season in 2026.

Ryan Chapman

Joined: Dec 19, 2020

Four Questions for Oklahoma’s Offense Entering Fall Camp

Four Questions for Oklahoma's Defense Entering Fall Camp

Baker Mayfield Spearheads Trio of Former Oklahoma QBs Entering Critical 2026 Seasons

Oklahoma QB John Mateer Still Has Plenty to Prove to the College Football World in 2026

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Why Oklahoma Fans Will 'Like What They See' Out of the Offensive Line in 2026

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Seven Reasons Oklahoma Will Outperform Preseason Expectations

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Why Oklahoma GM Jim Nagy Believes Jake Maikkula is an 'NFL Center'

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Oklahoma's Defense Shows Brent Venables' 'Blueprint' for Success is Still Viable

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Could 2026 Represent Oklahoma's Last Shot to Play in SEC Title Game?

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One Position Battle Oklahoma GM Jim Nagy is Excited to Watch in Fall Camp

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Oklahoma Lands in Middle of the Pack in SEC Preseason Poll

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Why Greg Sankey Believes Oklahoma's Fit in the SEC has Been 'Natural'

Oklahoma Embracing the 'Big Stage' Provided by New SEC Schedule

Why Oklahoma DE Taylor Wein Believes the OU Offensive Line Will be Better in 2026

Oklahoma QB John Mateer has Grown From 'Uncomfortable' Rewatches of Alabama and Texas Defeats

Oklahoma DE Taylor Wein Identifies the Next Breakout Star for OU's Defense