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Venables pushing for points after OC change at Oklahoma, doesn't say if QB switch coming

Oklahoma coach Brent Venables just wants the Sooners to score as many points as possible in any way they can after he fired second-year offensive coordinator Ben Arbuckle

13 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Miami gets top spot in first CFP rankings, but Tide at 5 and Irish at 11 bring a collective 'Huh?'

The undefeated Miami Hurricanes received top billing in the season’s first College Football Playoff rankings, with Georgia, undefeated Utah and defending national champion Indiana...

21 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

John Mateer - Could be in danger of losing QB1 gig Mateer may not be the Sooners' starting quarterback this week as head coach Brent Venables declined to confirm who his QB1 is at Florida, per Colton Sulley of The Oklahoman.

Impact Mateer's play hasn't been consistent this fall, and the Sooners are coming off a rough loss at the hands of South Carolina. Venables didn't confirm that Mateer would remain the guy, and mentioned that "We've got a couple good young quarterbacks in Whitt Newbauer and Bowe Bentley." All three are reportedly getting practice reps, and there could be a quarterback change in Norman this week.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Oklahoma fires OC Ben Arbuckle with Sooners struggling on offense a year after making CFP

Oklahoma has fired second-year offensive coordinator Ben Arbuckle

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

5 OC candidates who fit the mold of what Brent Venables needs to replace Ben Arbuckle If experience is what Venables needs, then these guys have it.

1 DAY AGO • STORMININNORMAN.COM

John Mateer - Expected to remain as QB1 Mateer is expected to remain as Oklahoma's QB1 ahead of Saturday's game at Florida, Matt Zenitz of CBSSports.com reports.

Impact Even though there are rumors that Mateer might not start Saturday against the Gators, it seems they are just that -- rumors. Mateer handled his regular amount of reps with the first-team offense Monday and is expected to remain under center in a tough visit to the Gators on Nov. 7. The star signal-caller has thrown for 527 yards and four touchdowns with no turnovers in his last two outings, so he's trending in the right direction.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

How Bears QB Caleb Williams Developed Into ‘A Jedi, Like Neo From The Matrix’

Caleb Williams' former high school and college coaches and teammates reveal what makes the Bears QB uniquely built for clutch moments.

2 DAYS AGO • FOX SPORTS

How Bears QB Caleb Williams Developed Into ‘A Jedi, Like Neo From The Matrix’

Ivan Carreon - Scores twice in loss Carreon hauled in 5 of 7 targets for 88 yards and two touchdowns during Saturday's 42-25 defeat versus South Carolina.

Impact Carreon led Oklahoma in receiving yards and accounted for both of the Sooners' offensive touchdowns, hauling in scoring passes from John Mateer in the fourth quarter. The junior wide receiver will look to build on his breakout performance when the team visits Florida next week.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Isaiah Sategna III - Minimal production in loss Sategna recorded four receptions (on eight targets) for 13 yards during Saturday's 42-25 defeat versus South Carolina.

Impact Sategna struggled to generate meaningful production despite recording four receptions, averaging just 3.3 yards-per-catch. The senior wide receiver will aim to bounce back in a major way during next week's contest against Florida on the road.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Rocky Beers - Solid output in loss Beers reeled in 4 of 6 targets for 51 yards during Saturday's 42-25 loss against South Carolina.

Impact Beers finished second on the team in receiving yards, marking back-to-back games with at least 50 receiving yards. The tight end has recorded at least four receptions in five consecutive games and should remain an important part of the passing attack when the team travels to Florida next week.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

John Mateer - Solid outing in loss Mateer was 26-for-43 passing for 244 yards and two touchdowns during Saturday's 42-25 defeat versus South Carolina. He also had 11 rushes for 29 yards.

Impact Mateer struggled to move the offense through three quarters before connecting with wide receiver Ivan Carreon for two touchdown passes in the fourth quarter. The senior quarterback has thrown for 527 yards and four touchdowns with no turnovers in his last two outings and will look to build on those performances for next week's meeting with Florida.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

2026 CFP Title Odds: Hectic Weekend Causes Major Shake-Up

Check out the updated national championship odds, after a few nailbiters caused some chaos on the oddsboard.

2 DAYS AGO • FOX SPORTS

2026 CFP Title Odds: Hectic Weekend Causes Major Shake-Up

Brent Venables Buyout: What Would It Cost Oklahoma To Fire Its Football Coach?

How much the Sooners would have to pay to boot Brent Venables out of Norman?

3 DAYS AGO • FOX SPORTS

Brent Venables Buyout: What Would It Cost Oklahoma To Fire Its Football Coach?

LaNorris Sellers leads South Carolina past Oklahoma 42-25 for a third straight win

LaNorris Sellers passes for 301 yards and three touchdowns, leading South Carolina to a 42-25 win over Oklahoma

3 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Xavier Robinson - Ready to rock for Saturday Robinson (undisclosed) is set to suit up for Saturday's clash with South Carolina, per the SEC availability report.

Impact Robinson hasn't played since Week 4, but he'll be available for the Sooners' clash with the Gamecocks. The tailback had 13 carries for 50 yards and three catches for 18 yards through four games.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Elijah Thomas - Downgraded to unavailable for Week 9 Thomas (lower body) is out for Saturday's clash with South Carolina, per the SEC availability report.

Impact Thomas wa previously listed as doubtful, and now he's officially been ruled out. The wideout isn't a huge part of the Sooners' passing attack, with just five catches for 49 yards this fall through six games.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Can USC Top Ohio State At Home? Oregon Drops To 4 Losses? Klatt's Week 9 Picks

Here are Joel Klatt's Week 9 picks and predictions.

5 DAYS AGO • FOX SPORTS

Can USC Top Ohio State At Home? Oregon Drops To 4 Losses? Klatt's Week 9 Picks

College Football Week 9 Odds, 5 Sleeper Games To Watch

Check out the odds for five sleeper games as college football season enters Week 9.

6 DAYS AGO • FOX SPORTS

College Football Week 9 Odds, 5 Sleeper Games To Watch

Elijah Thomas - Termed doubtful for Week 9 Thomas (lower body) is unlikely to play Saturday against South Carolina, per the SEC availability report.

Impact For the second week in a row, Thomas is carrying a doubtful tag on Oklahoma's initial injury report. The wideout is in line to sit out his second straight contest. He will aim to return in Week 10 against Florida.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Xavier Robinson - Status probable versus South Carolina Robinson (undisclosed) is probable for Saturday's clash with South Carolina, per the SEC availability report.

Impact After missing the previous three games with an undisclosed injury, Robinson will most likely suit up for Saturday's game against the Gamecocks. Before his three-game absence, the running back posted 13 carries for 50 yards and three receptions for 18 yards in four games.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Isaiah Sategna III - Explodes in win Sategna hauled in 8 of 11 targets for 164 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 23-15 win versus Mississippi State.

Impact Sategna delivered his most productive receiving performance of the season, averaging 20.5 yards-per-catch while reeling in a 36-yard touchdown from John Mateer before halftime. The senior wideout will aim to build on his outing when the Sooners welcome South Carolina next Saturday.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Rocky Beers - Finds end zone in win Beers reeled in 4 of 6 targets for 66 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 23-15 victory against Mississippi State.

Impact Beers averaged 16.5 yards-per-reception and hauled in a 32-yard touchdown from John Mateer in the third quarter, giving him a receiving score in consecutive games. The senior tight end will look to extend his touchdown streak when they host South Carolina next Saturday.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

John Mateer - Efficient outing in win Mateer completed 22 of 29 passes for 283 yards and two touchdowns during Saturday's 23-15 win over Mississippi State. He also had nine rushes for 37 yards.

Impact Mateer averaged a much better 9.8 yards-per-pass attempt, connecting with wideout Isaiah Sategna for a 36-yard touchdown and another with Rocky Beers for a 32-yard score. The senior quarterback also avoided throwing an interception after tossing six over his previous two games and will look to maintain that efficiency against South Carolina next Saturday.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Mateer throws 2 TD passes, Oklahoma hands Mississippi State third-straight loss 23-15

John Mateer threw touchdown passes on consecutive possessions on each side of halftime and Oklahoma handed Mississippi State its third-straight loss 23-15 on Saturday

OCTOBER 24 • Associated Press

Mississippi State QB Kamario Taylor leaves game against Oklahoma

Mississippi State quarterback Kamario Taylor’s attempt to come back from injury proved unsuccessful on Saturday

OCTOBER 24 • Associated Press

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Venables pushing for points after OC change at Oklahoma, doesn't say if QB switch coming

Miami gets top spot in first CFP rankings, but Tide at 5 and Irish at 11 bring a collective 'Huh?'

Oklahoma fires OC Ben Arbuckle with Sooners struggling on offense a year after making CFP

How Bears QB Caleb Williams Developed Into ‘A Jedi, Like Neo From The Matrix’

2026 CFP Title Odds: Hectic Weekend Causes Major Shake-Up

Brent Venables Buyout: What Would It Cost Oklahoma To Fire Its Football Coach?

LaNorris Sellers leads South Carolina past Oklahoma 42-25 for a third straight win

Can USC Top Ohio State At Home? Oregon Drops To 4 Losses? Klatt's Week 9 Picks

College Football Week 9 Odds, 5 Sleeper Games To Watch

Mateer throws 2 TD passes, Oklahoma hands Mississippi State third-straight loss 23-15

Mississippi State QB Kamario Taylor leaves game against Oklahoma