Oklahoma Sooners predicted to land four-star defensive end | Defensive Coordinator Targets

The Oklahoma Sooners are making moves for big-time prospects in their 2026 recruiting class. This episode dives into the latest recruiting news, potential defensive coordinator candidates, and the challenges facing OU as they enter the SEC. John Williams and Jay Smith break down the Sooners' pursuit of 4-star defensive end Kevin Ford Jr. and discuss Paul Finebaum's recent comments about Oklahoma's disappointing 2024 season. The hosts analyze potential defensive coordinator candidates, including Nate Dreiling from Arkansas State, and examine how the Sooners can bounce back in 2025 with new offensive coordinator Ben Arbuckle and quarterback John Mateer. This episode covers: - 2026 recruiting updates - Defensive coordinator search - SEC schedule analysis - Paul Finebaum's comments on OU - Expectations for 2025 season Oklahoma Sooners, Brent Venables, SEC Football, College Football, Oklahoma, Sooners, OU, Recruiting Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Turbo Tax Ready for stress-free taxes and the most money back, guaranteed? Head over to TurboTax.com today and get matched with your Expert. Only available with TurboTax Live Full Service. Real-time updates only in the iOS mobile app. See guarantee details at TurboTax.com/guarantees . Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Super Bowl 59 is here, And there’s no better way to make every play more exciting than with FanDuel Sportsbook. New customers can bet just FIVE DOLLARS, and if you win, you’ll score TWO HUNDRED BUCKS in Bonus Bets. Download the app or head to FANDUEL.COM to get started. Bet with FanDuel—Official Partner of Super Bowl Fifty-Nine. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER : 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.