NIC ANDERSON NEWS

Out for Red River Rivalry Anderson (quadriceps) is out for Oklahoma's huge rivalry showdown against Texas.

Impact Anderson has yet to log a catch this season, as he's missed every game but the Tennessee matchup. He was reportedly expected to miss several more weeks, so this comes as little surprise. His next chance to suit up will come on Oct. 19 against South Carolina.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Could miss several more weeks Anderson (quadriceps) is facing a potential multi-week absence after re-aggravating a quad injury, Matt Zenitz of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Anderson missed the first three weeks of the season, returned for nine total snaps in Week 4 before returning to the bench against the Volunteers in Week 5. The 6-foot-4 redshirt sophomore is currently expected to miss several additional weeks as the Sooners rest up in preparation for a Week 7 showdown with Texas. Anderson tallied 38 receptions for 798 yards and 10 touchdowns with Oklahoma last season, and he was expected to be a large piece of the offense during his third season with the program.

OCTOBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Out for Week 5 Anderson (quadriceps) is listed out for Saturday's game against Auburn.

Impact Anderson missed the first three games of the season before being able to get on the field for 9 snaps and going down once more. The redshirt sophomore wide receiver will have an extra week of rest and will aim to be return to action for the home matchup against Texas on Oct. 12.

SEPTEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with quad injury Head coach Brent Venables indicated Saturday that Anderson (quadriceps) restrained his quadriceps and will be questionable for next week's game against Auburn, Eric Bailey of the T...

Impact Anderson has been dealing with injury all season long, inhibiting him from making his debut for this campaign. The redshirt sophomore wide receiver will continue to work his way back to full health.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Done for the day Anderson (undiclosed) will not play the remainder of Saturday's game against Tennessee, Colton Sulley of The Oklahoman reports.

Impact Anderson was observed wearing street clothes on the sideline, indicating his day is finished. The redshirt sophomore wide receiver has been struggling with a lingering injury that has prevented him from making his debut. He will aim to be ready for next week's game against Auburn.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Set to play Anderson (undisclosed) wasn't listed on Oklahoma's injury report for their game versus Tennessee on Saturday.

Impact Anderson is set to make his season debut after missing the Sooners' first three games due to an undisclosed injury. He will look to help boost Oklahoma's offense after scoring 10 touchdowns a season ago.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as probable Anderson (undisclosed) is listed as probable for Saturday's game versus Tennessee.

Impact Although it was reported earlier in the week that Anderson would be available, the official injury report has him as probable. He still has a very good chance to make his season debut in the Sooners' SEC opener. After catching 10 touchdowns last season, Anderson's return will be a massive boost to the Oklahoma offense.

SEPTEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Available vs. Tennessee Anderson (undisclosed) will be available against the Volunteers, Tom Green of AL.com reports.

Impact Anderson has yet to suit up this season, but he's set to make his debut against Tennessee. The wideout should be a big factor in the Sooners' passing game upon his return, as he posted 38 grabs for 798 scores and 10 touchdowns last season.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Injury updates: Oklahoma down key starters; WR Nic Anderson set to make season debut vs. Tulane Oklahoma will be down two offensive linemen and a pair of starters on defense, but wide receiver Nic Anderson is set to make his first appea...

SEPTEMBER 14 • 247SPORTS.COM

Not expected to play vs. Tulane Anderson (undisclosed) is not expected to play against Tulane on Saturday, George Stoia III of On3.com reports.

Impact Anderson wasn't seen in the offensive huddle and didn't have his helmet on during warmups, so chances are he'll end up being sidelined for this contest. If that's the case, then the wideout's next chance to play will come against Tennessee on Sep. 21.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Warming up Saturday Anderson (undisclosed) is warming up ahead of Saturday's game versus Tulane, George Stoia on On3 reports.

Impact Anderson is in his uniform and warming up, a promising sign for his availability. There was optimism throughout the week that he would be able to suit up, and that's looking more likely as kickoff inches closer.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

The latest on wide receiver Nic Anderson ahead of Oklahoma's game against Tulane Brent Venables provided a promising update on wide receiver Nic Anderson, who has missed each of Oklahoma's first two games due to injury.

SEPTEMBER 11 • 247SPORTS.COM

Team "hopeful" of availability Oklahoma's team is "hopeful" that Anderson (undisclosed) will be available Saturday against Tulane, Tom Green of 247Sports reports.

Impact Anderson "looked good" during Oklahoma's team practice Tuesday, which is why his head coach Brent Venables and the Sooners believe their aforementioned wideout will be available Saturday. The news improves his status to probable.

SEPTEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Could be available Saturday Anderson (undisclosed) could be available for Oklahoma's game Saturday against Tulane, George Stoia III of On3 reports.

Impact Oklahoma's head coach Brent Venables recently said Anderson will be ready either "this week" or "next week" to participate in an OU game. Currently, his availability status is questionable as the Sooners prepare for Tulane. If out this week, Sept. 21 will be Anderson's return date.

SEPTEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Sources: Oklahoma wide receiver Nic Anderson to miss Houston game due to injury Nic Anderson will miss his second straight game for Oklahoma to start the season.

SEPTEMBER 7 • 247SPORTS.COM

Won't play vs. Houston Anderson (undisclosed) is set to miss Oklahoma's Week 2 clash with Houston, Matt Zenitz of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Anderson was expected to return to the field sooner rather than later, but he'll miss at least one more game here as he won't suit up against the Cougars. Anderson was expected to be a huge part of the Sooners' passing attack, but he has yet to see the field in 2024. His next chance to play will come in Week 3 against Tulane.

SEPTEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Slated to return soon Anderson (undisclosed) will return "sooner rather than later," Oklahoma head coach Brent Venables said per Colton Sulley of The Oklahoman.

Impact Anderson wasn't available for Oklahoma's Week 1 clash with Temple. The receiver has battled through an injury all offseason and it's carried over into the regular season. However, this is excellent news for the one of the Sooners' top wideouts and Oklahoma's offense as a whole. Anderson's timeline is still unclear, but based on Venables' comments, his return is imminent.

SEPTEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Will not be available for Week 1 Anderson (undisclosed) will not be available for Oklahoma's game Friday against Temple, Dakota Gregory of Sports Illustrated reports.

Impact Since the offseason, an undisclosed injury has prevented Anderson from being 100 percent. Even though many months have passed, he has not recovered before Oklahoma's first game of 2024, hence his impending absence. Without him available Friday, Brenen Thompson is expected to be a starting wideout against Temple.

AUGUST 28 • ROTOWIRE

Status day-to-day Anderson is day-to-day because of an undisclosed injury, Tom Green of 247Sports reports.

Impact As described by Green, Anderson is "a little limited" while the Sooners prepare to host Temple on Friday. Because of his undisclosed problem, their depth chart has him listed as a co-starter alongside Brenen Thompson.

AUGUST 25 • ROTOWIRE

Oklahoma football's Nic Anderson lands on Biletnikoff Award preseason watchlist Nic Anderson was named to the preseason watchlist for the Biletnikoff Award after his breakthrough 2023 season at wide receiver.

AUGUST 7 • 247SPORTS.COM

Oklahoma's Nic Anderson lands on Biletnikoff Award preseason watchlist Nic Anderson was named to the preseason watchlist for the Biletnikoff Award after his breakthrough 2023 season at wide receiver.

AUGUST 7 • 247SPORTS.COM

Healthy for fall camp Anderson (undisclosed) is healthy and participating in fall camp, he says in a video posted by Colton Sulley of The Oklahoman.

Impact Anderson missed time this spring, and was forced to miss the Sooners' spring game as well. However, he appears to be ready to roll as fall camp ramps up in Norman. Anderson should be a critical part of the passing attack at Oklahoma this season after he posted 38 catches for 789 yards and 10 scores last fall.

AUGUST 1 • ROTOWIRE

Nic Anderson earns FWAA Freshman All-America honors Nic Anderson was recognized by the Football Writers Association of America as a Freshman All-American after his breakout season for the Soon...

JANUARY 16 • 247SPORTS.COM

Snags seven receptions in loss Anderson reeled in 7 of 11 targets for 73 yards and one touchdown during Thursday's 38-24 defeat to Arizona.

Impact Anderson led the Sooners with seven receptions as they fell to Arizona in the Alamo Bowl. The 6-foot-4 redshirt freshman was a monstrous deep threat for Oklahoma in 2023, totaling 38 receptions for 798 yards and 10 touchdowns in his first season of on-field action. Anderson is likely to see a large role in 2024 following his stellar production in 2023.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Oklahoma receiver Nic Anderson set a new record in Alamo Bowl Anderson’s acrobatic catch in the back corner of the end zone gave him 10 touchdown receptions on the season, which gave him the record for...

DECEMBER 29, 2023 • 247SPORTS.COM