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JAREN KANAK
JAREN KANAK #12 - TIGHT END - OKLAHOMA SOONERS
410  YDS  •
30  REC  •
0  TD 
#12 - TIGHT END - OKLAHOMA SOONERS
410 YDS
30 REC
0 TD
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How Oklahoma football quarterback John Mateer plans to bounce-back against Tennessee after disappointing game John Mateer followed an overthrown third-down ball to Jaren Kanak with an overthrow to Javonnie Gibson to end a needed drive for the Sooners...
OCTOBER 31 • NORMANTRANSCRIPT.COM

Oklahoma's top-ranked defense faces Ole Miss' high-powered offense in SEC showdown

Oklahoma's defensive expert Brent Venables and Ole Miss's offensive mastermind Lane Kiffin are set for a big showdown on Saturday in the Southeastern Conference
OCTOBER 22 • Associated Press
Why did Jaren Kanak switch positions? How Oklahoma LB moved to tight end Why did Jaren Kanak switch positions? Here's why the Sooners fan favorite switched from linebacker to tight end as a senior:
OCTOBER 11 • OKLAHOMAN.COM

Oklahoma coach Brent Venables leads Sooners to No. 6 ranking after team finished 6-7 last year

Oklahoma coach Brent Venables has turned things around after a tough season last year
OCTOBER 9 • Associated Press
OU's Jaren Kanak just outgained last year's leading receiver in less than five games Jaren Kanak surpasses Bauer Sharp in receiving yards
OCTOBER 4 • STORMININNORMAN.COM
Once considered a big concern, tight end has been anything but for Oklahoma in 2025 Jaren Kanak surprise star for Sooners
OCTOBER 2 • STORMININNORMAN.COM

No. 5 Oklahoma breaks in backup QB, looks to stay sharp against struggling Kent State

No. 5 Oklahoma will see if it can focus during what appears to be a major mismatch at home against Kent State
OCTOBER 2 • Associated Press
Watch Oklahoma TE Jaren Kanak Preview Kent State Watch Oklahoma tight end Jaren Kanak speak to the media as the Sooners prepare to take on Kent State
SEPTEMBER 30 • SI.COM
Oklahoma's Jaren Kanak converted from linebacker to tight end and is now the most prolific TE in college football | Sporting News This seems impossible.
SEPTEMBER 17 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
Strong performance in win Kanak caught four of four targets for 86 yards during Saturday's 42-3 win versus Temple.
Impact The senior tight end was a chain mover, highlighted by a 31-yard reception that helped sustain an early drive. Kanak also played a role in an early two-point conversion, showing trust from the coaching staff. He'll look to be a mismatch option in the middle of the field going up against Auburn.
SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE
Jaren Kanak continuing to prove he's a 'critical' layer of Oklahoma's offense out of transition to tight end Jaren Kanak, after making the transition from linebacker to tight end, has already proved he's a critical layer to Oklahoma's new-look offen...
SEPTEMBER 14 • 247SPORTS.COM
OU's viral two-point trick play shocked everyone — even Jaren Kanak himself Ben Arbuckle surprises Jaren Kanak with playcall
SEPTEMBER 13 • STORMININNORMAN.COM
College football fans obsessed with Oklahoma's wild two-point conversion play Social media reacts to Sooners' wild jump pass from Jaren Kanak
SEPTEMBER 13 • STORMININNORMAN.COM
Jaren Kanak's move to tight end paying dividends for Oklahoma in familiar story for OC Ben Arbuckle Jaren Kanak's move from linebacker to tight end has proven successful for Oklahoma's offense. It's not the first time Ben Arbuckle has coach...
SEPTEMBER 10 • 247SPORTS.COM

John Mateer has 2 TDs rushing, 1 passing as No. 18 Oklahoma beats No. 15 Michigan 24-13

John Mateer ran for two touchdowns and passed for another, and No. 18 Oklahoma defeated No. 15 Michigan 24-13
SEPTEMBER 7 • Associated Press
Strong production in win Kanak reeled in 5 of 6 targets for 90 yards during Saturday's 35-3 win against Illinois State.
Impact Kanak smoothly transitioned from wide receiver to tight end and emerged as Oklahoma's second-leading receiver with several impactful catches during this matchup. He will aim to earn more opportunities in the upcoming showdown with Michigan.
SEPTEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE
Oklahoma's Jaren Kanak Shines in First Game at Tight End in Season Opener Converted linebacker Jaren Kanak finished second on the team in receiving in his first game as a tight end for the Sooners.
AUGUST 31 • SI.COM
WATCH: Oklahoma Tight End Jaren Kanak Illinois State Postgame Interview Watch as Oklahoma tight end Jaren Kanak addresses the media after the Sooners' win over Illinois State.
AUGUST 31 • SI.COM

John Mateer sets record in Oklahoma debut, leading No. 18 Sooners to 35-3 win over Illinois State

John Mateer passed for 392 yards and three touchdowns in his first game at Oklahoma
AUGUST 31 • Associated Press
How former LB Jaren Kanak earned the starting TE spot for Oklahoma's season-opener After switching from linebacker to tight end in the offseason Jaren Kanak has found a good grasp of his new position. On Monday, he was name...
AUGUST 28 • 247SPORTS.COM
How Jaren Kanak earned the starting TE spot for Oklahoma's season-opener After switching from linebacker to tight end in the offseason Jaren Kanak has found a good grasp of his new position. On Monday, he was name...
AUGUST 28 • 247SPORTS.COM
How a converted LB became Oklahoma's starting TE Jaren Kanak earned OU's starting TE job
AUGUST 26 • STORMININNORMAN.COM
Starting in Norman Week 1 Kanak is listed as a starter for Oklahoma's Week 1 tilt with Illinois State.
Impact Kanak is listed ahead of both Will Huggins and Carson Kent, which comes as a surprise seeing as he doesn't have a single career reception to his name. Still, it's worth noting that this initial depth chart isn't gospel for who will play what role. Nonetheless, this is a noteworthy development in the Sooners' offense.
AUGUST 25 • ROTOWIRE
Jaren Kanak's OU media day photos with his dog are taking over Kanak's pictures are all over social media and even SportsCenter
AUGUST 19 • STORMININNORMAN.COM

No. 18 Oklahoma looks to rebound with new offensive coordinator and quarterback

Oklahoma has had two losing seasons in the past three years, and coach Brent Venables might be out of work if it happens again
AUGUST 15 • Associated Press
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