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Oklahoma Sooners celebrate their 13-2 win over Kansas Jayhawks during the NCAA Lawrence Super Regional game at Hoglund Ballpark on June 8, 2026.

Despite incredible dominance by softball and women's gymnastics, only two Sooners men's programs have won a national championship since football's title run in 2000.

Oklahoma Sooners celebrate their 13-2 win over Kansas Jayhawks during the NCAA Lawrence Super Regional game at Hoglund Ballpark on June 8, 2026.

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Despite incredible dominance by softball and women's gymnastics, only two Sooners men's programs have won a national championship since football's title run in 2000.

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South Carolina Gamecocks defensive end Dylan Stewart (6) attempt to knock down a pass by Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) in the first quarter at Williams-Brice Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-Imagn Images

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OU can avenge one of the worst losses in recent memory on Owen Field if they conquer these matchups

Oklahoma Sooners offensive coordinator Jeff Lebby speaks with head coach Brent Venables before the game against the Nebraska Cornhuskers at Memorial Stadium.

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OU's first trip to Starkville could prove tricky unless they take care of these matchups against the Bulldogs.

New Kentucky Wildcat head coach Will Stein makes remarks as he is introduced at Kentucky on Wednesday, December 3, 2025

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The Sooners host Kentucky for the first time as a conference opponent, hoping to win these matchups in order to ensure victory.

Georgia Bulldogs head coach Kirby Smart complains about a inadvertent time out call as Auburn Tigers take on Georgia Bulldogs at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala. on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025. Georgia Bulldogs defeated Auburn Tigers 20-10.

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In 2026, the Sooners will face off against a handful of coaches who have led their teams to the College Football Playoff in recent years.

Oklahoma quarterback John Mateer drops back to pass during one of the Sooners' spring practices.

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The Sooners added a handful of new weapons for quarterback John Mateer, and they are using June and July to build chemistry.

Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) rushes as Texas Longhorns defensive back Jaylon Guilbeau (3) and Texas Longhorns defensive back Michael Taaffe (16) defend in the first half of the Red River Rivalry college football game between the University of Oklahoma Sooners and the Texas Longhorn at the Cotton Bowl Stadium in Dallas, Texas, Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025.

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In order for OU to get back in the win column against their hated rivals, they must win their share of battles within these matchups.

Oklahoma wide receivers coach Emmett Jones poses for a photo with commit Greydon Howell.

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Greydon Howell is one of two wideouts in the Sooners' 2027 class, and he said OU's program culture led him to commit in March.

Oklahoma tight ends coach Jason Witten directs drills at one of the Sooners' spring practices.

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The Sooners brought in a handful of new pieces on the offensive side of the ball to get the rushing attack rolling.

Mississippi State Bulldogs defensive back Kelley Jones (1) reacts during the fourth quarter against the Texas Longhorns at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field.

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The Sooners will have to go against their fair share of ball hawks in 2026, including Mississippi State star Kelley Jones.

Oklahoma coach Brent Venables

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If OU wins these matchups, the Sooners may very well upset the Bulldogs on the road.

Oklahoma running backs coach Deland McCullough works through a drill during one of the Sooners' spring practices.

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Kevin Wilson hired Deland McCullough when he was the head coach at Indiana, and now the duo is reunited with the Sooners.

Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) is tackled by Texas Longhorns linebacker Ty'Anthony Smith (26) in the first half of the Red River Rivalry college football game between the University of Oklahoma Sooners and the Texas Longhorn at the Cotton Bowl Stadium in Dallas, Texas, Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025.

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The Sooners have one of the nation's best linebacker rooms, but their offense will have to go against several key linebackers in 2026.

Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) celebrates after a college football game between the University of Oklahoma Sooners (OU) and the University of Michigan Wolverines at Gaylord Family Ð Oklahoma Memorial Stadium in Norman, Okla., Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025. Oklahoma won 24-13.

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If these units has success against the Wolverines on the road, you can expect a victory for Oklahoma.

Oklahoma quarterback prospect Trey Tagliaferri poses for a photo with coach Brent Venables and quarterbacks coach John Kuceyeski.

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Trey Tagliaferri, a New Jersey native, took an unofficial visit to Norman in June, and the Sooners are an early frontrunner for the 2028 quarterback.

Oklahoma offensive lineman Michael Fasusi warms up before a contest at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium.

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The Sooners return a group up front with much more experience in 2026.

Oklahoma Sooners offensive lineman Michael Fasusi (56) blocks Texas Longhorns defensive end Colin Simmons (1) during the game between the Texas Longhorns and the Oklahoma Sooners at the Cotton Bowl.

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The SEC has several edge rushers who may be first-round picks one day, and the Sooners will face several of them in 2026.

Oklahoma offensive coordinator Ben Arbuckle looks on before the Sooners battled Missouri at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium.

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How Kevin Wilson is Helping Offensive Coordinator Ben Arbuckle at Oklahoma

Oklahoma quarterback John Mateer practices during the spring.

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For the Sooners to return to the College Football Playoff in 2026, quarterback John Mateer must clean up a few areas of his game.

Missouri Tigers tight end Brett Norfleet (87) runs with the ball during the second half against the Kansas Jayhawks at Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium.

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The Sooners' defense has consistently gotten better during Brent Venables' tenure, but there's still work to do when it comes to containing tight ends.

Oklahoma cornerback prospect Trenton Blaylock

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Sooners earn a verbal pledge from younger brother of running back Tory Blaylock.

Oklahoma Sooners linebacker Danny Stutsman (28) celebrates a play in the first half of the Red River Rivalry college football game between the University of Oklahoma Sooners and the Texas Longhorn at the Cotton Bowl Stadium in Dallas, Texas, Saturday, Oct., 12, 2024.

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Stutsman has personified Sooner football under Brent Venables with his 2024 season standing above the rest.

Oklahoma quarterback commit Jamison Roberts poses for a photo on his official visit.

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The Sooners had a busy weekend on campus, as over a dozen targets and commits stopped by Norman for their official visits.

Oklahoma offensive assistant Kevin Wilson looks on at one of the Sooners' practices.

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Kevin Wilson reunited with Brent Venables to help the Sooners as an offensive assistant.

Auburn wide receiver Cam Coleman competes against Oklahoma.

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The three best wide receivers that the Sooners will battle in 2026 hail from two of their former Big 12 foes.