Oklahoma Sooners Practice Report

Eddie and George hit the studio to wrap up player availability from Tuesday morning. While we are still amazed by the words of Omarion Robinson, a few other guys had plenty to say after the Sooners' first practice in pads, and the common theme was the praise of their teammates. Nigel Smith couldn't have spoke higher of transfer linebacker Cole Sullivan, while Parker Livingstone highlights some key defenders that give him a good challenge on the practice field. Finally, Kip Lewis is ready to breakthrough and show that he isn't a guy to overlook. All that and more on this addition of the Practice Report.

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The Sooners put on the pads today, just one step closer to the season opener. The media spoke with several players Tuesday morning after an open practice period. Hearing from veterans and some new faces to the program, Eddie and George go over all sides of the ball in this addition of the Practice Report. Kip Lewis is looking to lead the linebacker room to another successful season. Ryan Fodje talks all things offensive-line and might be the best hype-man of all time. Andy Bass is making waves in fall camp as he looks to produce for the first time as a Sooner. Parker Livingstone is finding his footing in the Crimson and Cream as he looks to add much-needed depth to the receiver room. Omarion Robinson....wait he said what?

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The Sooners shot at a successful season and a trip back to the College Football Playoff heavily lies on the play of John Mateer. Oklahoma is heading into the second week of fall camp and there has been plenty of rumblings about Mateer's performance so far. The media Friday recapping the first week of camp and much more. Eddie and George will go over all things John Mateer in this addition of the Practice Report, including his relationship with the receiver room, how the run game and offensive line are coming along, and even what he has seen from the defense so far.

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We got to take our first look at the 2026 Sooners Friday morning and there is plenty to cover. After we caught with multiple players who have been making noise in fall camp. John Mateer is looking to make a massive leap in 2026 and one guy that could make that easier is transfer running back Lloyd Avant. E'marion Harris had plenty to say on Friday, but there was one aspect of the game he made sure to emphasize. How about the defense? David Stone is well aware of the hype surrounding his name and is ready to represent the defense come the season. Helping him on the defensive line, PJ Adebawore, who is eager to contribute to a promising defensive end group. Eddie George bring all that and more on this addition of the Practice Report.

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There has been a lot of work put in this offseason from what can only be described as the OU offensive brain trust. Led by Ben Arbuckle, the offense is working to run the football and be more physical. With new coaches like Jason Witten and Deland McCullough joining the staff with a lot of experience, they add to the collection of minds along with Kevin Wilson who has a long history of success as an offensive coordinator. On this edition of the practice report, we detail the process this staff has gone through as they try and turn the offense into a group that can help lead this program to a championship.

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The Sooners are coming off one their best defensive seasons in years. Heading into a 2026 season where things are expected to be vastly improved on the offensive side of the ball, the defense looks to build upon an already high standard. Eddie and George break down all things defense from OU media day. How does Cole Sullivan fit in with the return of Kip Lewis and Owen Heinecke? The safety room lost a key contributor, which player is going to step up in the room? Eli Bowen is fully healthy and Courtland Guillory is coming off a big freshman season, while Jacobe Johnson looks to put all the pieces together. The big guys on the defensive line look to cause the same chaos as the last few seasons. Learn everything you need to know about the defense in this addition of the Practice Report.

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Oklahoma football held its annual fall camp media day this morning in Norman. SoonerScoop was there to find out the mindset of this team as they begin preseason camp. We heard from every coach in the program and a large group of offense and defensive players. Eddie and George break down the mentality of this team and their approach as the hard work begins, if this team is really going to earn a shot at the title in 2026. Take a look inside and judge for yourself if team 132 has what it takes.

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We've taken a long look at John Mateer during the offseason on the website, from his throwing motion to his relationships with Sam Bradford and everything he's been through since last season. This week he showed up in Tampa at SEC Media Days and the national media had their chance to talk with Mateer about his injury and struggles a year ago and what they can expect in the 2026 season. Taylor Wein represented the defense and got to talk about his meteoric rise from early struggles to becoming one of the top defenders in college football and the SEC. And the surprise guest that took most OU fans by surprise was Eddy Pierre-Louis who got to answer all the questions about one of the key positions needing improvement for 2026, the offensive line. Eddie, George and Parker with our final breakdown from SEC Media Days.

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George and Parker are back from Tampa, Florida, and back in studios with Eddie who definitely had FOMO from missing the trip. But Eddie's put together a rather extensive look at what the guys saw, asked and experienced while at SEC Media Days with the Sooners. This one is an hour long, and it's only focused on all the things Brent Venables and Jim Nagy had to say in Florida. From the toughness of the schedule, to the depth, to the transfers, the receiving corps, the OL and DL. If it was information Sooner fans want to hear, the guys break it all down just a day after it all went down. So make yourself some time, sit back and enjoy the show.

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George Stoia has been working on a massive series that SoonerScoop.com subscribers have been reading on the website. The latest installments talks about the relationship that came together between Sam Bradford and John Mateer. You'll hear from both parties on how the relationship developed and what they have gotten out of it on both sides. Bradford has never been someone who seeks out the spotlight. But make no mistake, he's still a Sooner through and through. And Mateer is learning it's OK to reach out. Eddie Radosevich and George Stoia are in studio to breakdown how all of this happened as well at what both OU QBs had to say about working together.

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