Oklahoma Sooners Practice Report

After hearing from Brent Venables on Monday, we now look at what a few Sooners had to say as the season opener approaches quickly. With high expectations on all sides of the ball, is this team prepared to answer the noise? A lot of pressure lies on John Mateer, so where is the signal caller's headspace going into game one? Hayden Hansen is looking to lead the tight end room to big heights under new coach Jason Witten and he details the progress he and the rest of the room have made. Trell Harris is ready to hit the field, could this be the explosive piece to the puzzle? Finally, David Stone and Bishop Thomas weigh in on the defensive line and where the unit is compared to a season ago. All that and more on this edition of the Practice Report.

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Brent Venables addresses the media as the countdown to kickoff begins for OU football. Starting with a preview on UTEP, Venables highlights everything he has seen so far from the Sooners' week one opponent. We then shift focus to the offensive line where we get Venables' thoughts on Ryan Fodje and his progression as he looks to start at center for the Sooners come Friday. With the return of some key players and the addition of experience through the portal, we also hear everything the head ball coach had to say about the offense's progression going into the season, including the importance of key receivers such as Trell Harris and Elijah Thomas. Finally, we cap off this one on the defensive side of the ball, where recruiting and development is the secret to an elite squad. All that and more on this edition of the Practice Report.

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Eddie and George hit the studio after speaking with players on Tuesday night. We finally get to hear from Elijah Thomas, who has supposedly had an "explosive"...you will get that about 20 seconds into the video...fall camp. We also got to hear from Taylor Wein, who is more than ready to hit the field with a defensive group that is trying to build on its success from last season. Eli Bowen is heading into the season at full health, an accomplishment he is more than grateful for as he looks to lock down the secondary with his brother Peyton. Finally, we end this Practice Report with a word from Tate Sandell...and remember...if things go south, blame Carey and George. All that and more in this edition of the Practice Report.

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Eddie and George hit the studio for a big one...that's right, the Georgies! From offensive and defensive MVP's, to newcomer and freshman of camp, the guys recap the very best of Oklahoma fall camp. As the first week of college football is in arm's reach, find out which Sooners are set up for a breakout season, and maybe even who could be the next Taylor Wein. All that and more on this edition of the Practice Report.

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Eddie and George are back in the studio to recap some of what the players had to say from Friday morning's media availability. John Mateer may have let the cat out of the bag on his team captain status...but who is surprised? Mateer also had plenty to say regarding the current center situation with Jake Maikkula out, as well as whether we will see the Sooners run some plays with the quarterback under center. Plus, Mateer spoke highly of receiver Trell Harris while also giving his two cents on freshman running back Jonathan Hatton. On the defensive side, Owen Heinecke touches on what he expects from himself going into the season, while giving credit where it is due with the likes of James Nesta, Marcus James, and of course, Kip Lewis. We finish off with a word from Peyton Bowen, who shared some surprise players who could make an impact on special teams and also what he has seen in fall camp from the cheetah position. All that and more on this edition of the practice report.

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After news broke of Brent Venables contract extension Thursday afternoon, the OU football head coach met with the media to talk about all things fall camp. Venables confirmed the Jake Maikkula injury and gave an update on the severity of the injury. He also broke down what lineman are working to replace Maikkula until he returns. Venables has also been able to see a lot more of wide receiver Trell Harris since the last time we talked and was able to give deeper impressions of the talented portal transfer. Any position battles to make note of? How about the punters? A deep dive into how preseason camp has gone as the Sooners get set for an opener in two weeks.

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Eddie and George hit the studio to recap the final interviews from Tuesday's media availability. Isaiah Sategna had nothing but good things to say about the added depth to the receiver room. Courtland Guillory is looking to build off a successful freshman campaign and lock down the secondary with Eli Bowen. Plus, James Nesta is looking to finally contribute more whether it it with the defense, or on special teams. All that and much more on this addition of the Practice Report.

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On a day that feels like a million degrees outside, Eddie and George hit the studio after Tuesday morning player availability. Heath Ozaeta is looking for a way to step up his game and contribute big for the Sooners, while Noah Best is still receiving plenty of praise from coaches and teammates. Junior running back Xavier Robinson is looking to lead that room to success...plus gives some insight to the monster Jonathan Hatton is. There is plenty to cover in the run game plus much more in this addition of the Practice Report.

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The update everyone has been waiting for is here. Eddie and George hit the studio with an update on Jake Maikkula's injury status. One Sooner wide receiver is making waves...and catches...that are turning heads in fall camp. Plus, the running back room looks to have multiple options for RB1. All that and much more on this addition of the Practice Report.

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For the first time since the start of OU fall camp, the media had the chance to speak with Head Coach Brent Venables on Friday morning. Venables had plenty to say about each side of the ball and how the team has progressed through camp. Can a defense that was so dominant a year ago find a way to take the next step? How does the receiver room pair with John Mateer and can Manny Choice and Elijah Thomas step up in this offense? Plus how a young offensive lineman is holding his own in camp.

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