Soonernation: Oklahoma Sooners

In this episode, we break down a massive weekend for Oklahoma sports! The Sooners softball team makes history as they open SEC play with a top-10 showdown against undefeated South Carolina. We preview the must-watch matchup, key players to watch, and what it means for OU’s championship chase. Plus, Oklahoma basketball keeps its NCAA Tournament hopes alive with a statement win over No. 15 Missouri, fueled by Jeremiah Fears' career-high 31 points. We analyze what this victory means for the Sooners’ March Madness chances. And finally, the Oklahoma City Thunder continue their dominance with a big win over the Memphis Grizzlies. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander drops 41 points as OKC extends its winning streak. Don't miss this jam-packed episode covering all the latest from Oklahoma sports! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Scheduling conflicts are giving us a little bit shorter of an episode this time around but it's packed. We think Brent Venables has honed in on his choice for Oklahoma's new offensive coordinator and we'll tell you who we believe it to be. Oklahoma Basketball is off to a very good start, and then there's the matter of Alabama coming to Norman on Saturday. Segment 1: Offensive Coordinator Search Segment 2: Basketball & Over/Under Segment 3: All About Bama Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Six teams in the SEC have yet to qualify for a bowl game. The top three teams have been shaky at times. There just doesn't seem to be a frontrunner for the national championship in this conference. Or is there? It was a bye week for the Sooners but that doesn't mean we don't have a lot to talk about. We're looking at college football from a conference and national level this week, but we still have a True or False? segment that all about Oklahoma. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

If you're looking for a positive spin then this may be the episode that you look past. We had to watch Sooner Magic die in Columbia on Saturday night, so you'll have to understand why we are ready to burn it down and build it back. It's time for sweeping changes on the offensive side of the ball. Join us while we vent and rant about the current, and miserable state, of Oklahoma Football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oklahoma returns to SEC play on Saturday evening with a massive game at Missouri. Sitting at 5-4 on the season, the Sooners must pick up another win in order to gain bowl eligibility. Looking at the final three-game stretch, this may be OU's best opportunity for that sixth win, and the injury report could tell the reason why. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oklahoma is about to hit a final three-game stretch of the season that will determine it's bowl eligibility. Fresh off a thrashing of the Maine Black Bears on Saturday, it's important to keep perspective about the state of this program. There's a fine line in celebrating a victory over an FCS opponent and being too critical about the season that has been in the wake of Oklahoma's most convincing win. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's crazy to believe that Oklahoma is in a must win situation going into Saturday's game against Maine, but that's exactly where they are. In this episode of the Sooner Nation Podcast we'll tell you why that's the case, talk about the future of the quarterback position, and breakdown the game between the Sooners and Black Bears. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oklahoma dropped it's third-consecutive football game on Saturday and the questions as to whether the Sooners can become bowl eligible are now legitimate. There were some positives, and negatives, to come out of the trip to Oxford, as well as a possible sense of direction for the offense. Let's jump into this! Episode Talking Points Positive Signs True or False? What went wrong? Does the offense finally have an identity? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Sooners are back on the road this weekend for an SEC showdown with Ole Miss. Oklahoma features a new play-caller for the offense and the re-insertion of Jackson Arnold at quarterback. Can they finally find offensive balance? That's just one of many topics on hand for this episode of the Sooner Nation Podcast. Episode Talking Points Sooners with a new play caller Jackson Arnold is back Finding a rhythm on offense Offensive keys to the game Defense has gone toe-to-toe with elite offenses already this season Did Kentucky provide the blueprint for beating the Rebels? Defensive keys to the game Over/Under (Matt asking the questions) SEC Rundown OU/Ole Miss score predictions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of the Sooner Nation Podcast, we discuss the firing of Oklahoma offensive coordinator Seth Littrell and the Sooners' disappointing 35-9 loss to South Carolina. We delve into the reasons behind Littrell's dismissal and analyze the struggles Oklahoma's offense faced throughout the season. We also discuss potential candidates to replace Littrell as the offensive coordinator. In addition, we recap the South Carolina game, highlighting the key moments and factors that contributed to Oklahoma's defeat. We also play a "True or False?" segment with Matt asking the questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

For the first time ever, Oklahoma and South Carolina are going to play football on Saturday. It's a homecoming of sorts for USC head coach Shane Beamer, but even more, it's also a chance for both programs to keep the season on track and not go off the rails. We'll break all of that down and more on this episode of the Sooner Nation Podcast. Episode Talking Points Just how big is this game for the Sooners? Offensive Keys Can the defense stay locked in? Over/Under SEC Rundown OU/USC Score Predictions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oklahoma's offensive performance against Texas last Saturday could very well be the low point of Brent Venables' tenure at Oklahoma. The Sooners were atrocious on the offensive side of the ball in what is always the biggest game of the season. It begs the question, is it time to start making changes on the offensive coaching staff? If so, the who? What started out as a podcast to recap the 2024 Red River Rivalry turned into a debate on the merits of if certain coaches to remain with the program after seven weeks of terrible offensive football. More than ever, we'd love to know your thoughts. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Red River Rivalry! There's no other rivalry in college football that compares to Oklahoma and Texas. From the uniqueness of the venue to the hatred of the teams for each other, the second weekend of October is always special. Here's our breakdown as the Sooners and Longhorns get ready to mix it up on Saturday afternoon in Dallas. Key storylines heading into the game. Oklahoma's strengths and weaknesses Texas' strengths and weaknesses Key matchups Over/Under (Matt asking the questions) SEC Rundown Red River Rivalry score predictions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oklahoma fans got to enjoy a stress free weekend of college football thanks to the Sooners being on a bye. That's over now, and the next opponent is the #1 team in the country, along with being OU's top rival. In this episode we'll share our thoughts on the crazy weekend that was, Texas being #1 going into the Red River Rivalry, and we'll also offer some opinions on Oklahoma's position grades after the first month of the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oklahoma is on an bye week so we thought it'd be fun to rank the SEC from worst to first. Obviously these are only our opinions, and we didn't agree too much either. There's also the possibility of the Sooners landing their first recruit at linebacker for the 2025 class, and we've got some suggestions...maybe more like requests for what we'd like to see happen during the off week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to the newest episode of the Sooner Nation Podcast. We're breaking down Oklahoma's thrilling 27-21 victory over Auburn in their SEC road opener. It was a game filled with dramatic moments, impressive performances, and a stunning comeback that showcased the Sooners' resilience and determination. We'll dive into the key takeaways from the game, including Michael Hawkins Jr.'s breakout performance, the defensive heroics, and the crucial plays that turned the tide in Oklahoma's favor. Join us as we analyze this exciting matchup and discuss the implications for Oklahoma's season. Episode Talking Points General thoughts  Key Stats Takeaways from the game The Comeback True or False? Michael Hawkins Jr. Things That Turned The Game Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After falling to Tennessee at home last weekend, the Sooners are looking to even their conference record with a trip to Auburn on Saturday. A win against the Tigers would allow them to go into the bye week on a positive note, before turning their attention towards Texas. We'll breakdown multiple aspects of the Sooners and Tigers in this episode. Episode Talking Points General thoughts  Mike Hawkins takes center stage The Sooners will still need to rely on the defense Defensive Preview Over/Under (Matt asking the questions) Offensive Preview Two offensive guys to key on Two defensive guys to key on SEC Rundown  Prediction for Oklahoma at Auburn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Let by Jackson Arnold, Oklahoma's defense didn't stand a chance against a Tennessee defense that's ranked Top 5 nationally. Obviously that became a central part of our discussion when dissecting OU's 25-15 loss to the Vols on Saturday night. Episode Talking Points General thoughts on the game Understand exactly who Oklahoma was playing  A night of wasted opportunities Defensive review  Give and take (not a dominant performance but a incredibly good performance)  Impact of injuries  Defensive Player of the Game True or False (Matt asking the questions Offensive review  Turnovers tell the story  The receiving corps remains thin  Offensive Player of the Game (If it can’t be Mike Hawkins then who?)  There can’t be a quarterback controversy The offensive line isn’t going to get better  Play Calling vs. Execution Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, we'll jump into the significance of this game, discuss the strengths and weaknesses of both teams, and make our predictions for the outcome. Storylines to Watch: Tennessee's Unstoppable Offense: Can Oklahoma's defense contain the nation's highest-scoring offense? Oklahoma's Defensive Dominance: Will the Sooners' defense continue their impressive performance against Tennessee's potent offense? Key Matchups: How will Oklahoma's offense fare against Tennessee's defensive front? Team Previews: Tennessee: We'll break down their offensive and defensive strengths, highlight key players and discuss their potential for continued success. Oklahoma: We'll evaluate the Sooners' defensive dominance and the challenges they face on offense, including protecting Jackson Arnold and finding a consistent passing game. We'll also highlight other key players for the Sooners. Caleb is bringing the Over/Under this week Final Score Predictions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices

Join us for a deep dive into Oklahoma's 34-19 victory over Tulane! In this episode, we'll discuss some positive takeaways from the game, including: Jackson Arnold's continued development: Did the young quarterback take another step forward? Taylor Tatum's emergence: Is Tatum becoming a key piece of the offense? Defensive dominance: How did the Oklahoma defense once again shut down their opponent? R. Mason Thomas' standout performance: Was Thomas the hero of the game? We'll also delve into the negative takeaways as well, including: Offensive inconsistency: Did the offense struggle to find a rhythm? Penalties: Were penalties a factor in the game? Lack of consistent receivers in the passing game: Can the Sooners improve their passing attack by somehow getting deeper at the receiver position? Additionally, we'll briefly preview Oklahoma's upcoming matchup against Tennessee, discuss if early-season expectations should be adjusted, evaluate the development of key players, and give you our playe