Here’s a rundown of the most likely candidates OU could play in the College Football Playoff and some scenarios for conference championship weekend.

Since the arrival of Stacey Ford the Sooners presence in Southern California has been renewed and, in some ways, beyond even the golden era for the Sooners in the state. But even with pledges from Demare Dezeurn and Jaxsen Stokes it seems that Oklahoma football isn’t done in the Golden State.

Texas A&M head coach Mike Elko did not hold back on the Texas Longhorns' candidacy for the College Football Playoff of the 2025 season.

Kanak and graduate transfer Will Huggins are the only senior tight ends on OU’s 2025 roster. The Sooners are expected to return tight ends Kaden Helms, Kade McIntyre, John Locke Jr ., Carson Kent and Trynae Washington next season, assuming none of them transfer.

Which players signed? Live coverage, updates, and analysis of the Oklahoma Sooners 2026 recruiting class during the early signing period.

Oklahoma signed 24 high school standouts in the 2026 class, including three top-100 prospects and a deep, nationally sourced group that Venables and Nagy say fits the culture and competitive edge of the program.

The Oklahoma Sooners landed a signature from three-star tight end Ryder Mix on Wednesday’s early signing day, as they continue to add to their 2026 recruiting class.

ESPN 5-star edge rusher Jake Kreul signs letter of intent with the Oklahoma Sooners during the early signing period.

Brent Venables and Oklahoma landed a talented prospect from North Alabama, adding Tristan Moore to the Sooners' squad for 2026.