OU Update from Oklahoma’s Own

Oklahoma prepares to host Ole Miss on Saturday, and Toby Rowland is joined by longtime Rebels play-by-play broadcaster David Kellum for an inside look at the matchup.

Kellum breaks down Trinidad Chambliss' season, Ole Miss' offensive and defensive challenges, and how the Rebels have adjusted under head coach Pete Golding.

The two also discuss Jason Witten's debut calling plays for Oklahoma, John Mateer's impact and why the Sooners' defense presents a difficult matchup.

Plus, Kellum shares how Golding differs from Lane Kiffin, assesses Ole Miss' College Football Playoff chances and identifies the keys to a Rebels victory in Norman.

Hear the opposing team's perspective ahead of another important SEC matchup for the Sooners.

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Jason Witten's first game calling plays for Oklahoma brought encouraging results in the Sooners' 23-7 win over Florida. But can OU build on that performance against Ole Miss?

Toby Rowland and Evan Kamikow discuss what changed with Oklahoma's offense, the defense's bounce-back performance and the challenge of containing Ole Miss quarterback Trinidad Chambliss.

Plus, OU men's basketball is off to a rocky start under Porter Moser. The guys break down the Sooners' early shooting struggles, the loss to East Texas A&M and what needs to improve before tougher opponents arrive.

They also discuss the strong start for Jenny Baranczyk and Oklahoma women's basketball.

It's another edition of Oklahoma's Own Pod, covering the latest in Sooners football and basketball.

Major changes are underway in Norman.

Oklahoma has fired offensive coordinator Ben Arbuckle, and former NFL star Jason Witten is taking over play-calling duties. But is that enough to fix the Sooners' struggling offense?

In this emergency edition of the Oklahoma Zone Podcast, Toby Rowland and Evan Kamikow break down the decision, the future of Brent Venables' offense and what could happen next.

Could John Mateer lose his starting quarterback job to Whitt Newbauer? Is Witten the right choice to lead the offense? And who should Oklahoma target as its next permanent offensive coordinator?

The guys discuss potential candidates, including Chip Kelly, G.J. Kinne, Mike Shanahan, Barry Lunney Jr. and Andy Kotelnicki.

Chapters:

00:00 – Brent Venables' biggest problem at Oklahoma

00:30 – Emergency podcast: Ben Arbuckle out

01:24 – Why Oklahoma had to make a change

03:01 – Jason Witten vs. Kevin Wilson

06:35 – Could John Mateer be benched?

09:49 – The case for Whitt Newbauer

11:28 – Venables' most important coaching hire

12:25 – Potential offensive coordinator candidates

14:22 – Chip Kelly and G.J. Kinne

14:57 – Mike Shanahan and the Indiana connection

16:13 – What OU needs in its next offensive coordinator

18:18 – Could Witten become the permanent OC?

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Oklahoma's offense is showing signs of improvement after a road win over Mississippi State, but can the Sooners start turning field goals into touchdowns?

Toby Rowland and Evan Camiko break down Oklahoma's performance in Starkville, John Mateer's improved play and the impact of Michael Fasusi's return to the offensive line.

The guys discuss the Sooners' growing confidence on offense, the emergence of the running game and why red-zone execution remains a major concern for Brent Venables and offensive coordinator Ben Arbuckle.

They also examine Peyton Bowen's standout season, Oklahoma's injury concerns and the challenges awaiting the Sooners against South Carolina.

Looking ahead to Saturday, Toby and Evan discuss Gamecocks quarterback LaNorris Sellers, defensive standout Dylan Stewart and how Oklahoma can attack South Carolina's defense.

Plus, a look at Porter Moser's Oklahoma men's basketball team, including roster retention, returning players and expectations for the upcoming season.

All that and more on this edition of Oklahoma's Own.

Oklahoma makes its first football trip to Mississippi State on Saturday, and Toby Rowland welcomes Bulldogs play-by-play announcer Neil Price to preview the matchup.

The two discuss Mississippi State's quarterback uncertainty, its offensive weapons, the Bulldogs' aggressive defense and the challenges Oklahoma will face in Starkville.

Plus, Price shares what Sooners fans can expect from Mississippi State's famous cowbells, tailgating traditions and game-day atmosphere.

Toby Rowland welcomes Tom Leach, the longtime radio voice of the Kentucky Wildcats, to Oklahoma's Own Sports ahead of Saturday's matchup between Oklahoma and No. 15 Kentucky.

Leach breaks down Kentucky's surprising 5-1 start under first-year head coach Will Stein, the emergence of quarterback Kenny Minchey and the excitement surrounding the Wildcats after wins over Texas A&M, South Carolina and LSU.

They also discuss former Sooners Javontae Barnes and Nic Anderson, Kentucky's opportunistic defense, concerns about depth and the challenges awaiting the Wildcats in Norman.

Plus, Leach shares memories of Oklahoma football and looks ahead to Kentucky's first trip to Norman since 1980.

Oklahoma hosts Kentucky on Saturday, Oct. 17, at 6:30 p.m. CT.

Oklahoma just delivered one of the biggest upsets of the college football season.

The Sooners stunned No. 1 Texas 27-24 in the Red River Rivalry, and Oklahoma's Own's Toby Rowland, Evan Kamikow and Haley McCormick are breaking down the unforgettable finish from the Cotton Bowl in Dallas.

From Danny Okoye's blocked punt and Dakota Fields' touchdown recovery to Peyton Bowen's 42-yard pick-six, Oklahoma found game-changing plays when it needed them most.

John Mateer delivered in the closing seconds, connecting with Isaiah Sategna on two spectacular catches to set up Tate Sandell's game-winning 47-yard field goal.

The crew discusses Mateer's composure, Lloyd Avant's impact on the running game, Brent Venables' defensive adjustments and the young Sooners who stepped up in crucial moments.

Plus, what does this victory mean for Oklahoma's season? With Kentucky up next and a challenging SEC schedule ahead, Toby and Evan examine whether the Red River upset could be the spark the Sooners needed.

It's a special postgame edition of Oklahoma's Own following a 27-24 win over the nation's top-ranked team.

It's OU-Texas week, and Toby Rowland is getting an inside look at the Longhorns ahead of the Red River Rivalry.

Texas radio voice Craig Way joins Oklahoma's Own OU Pod to preview the Sooners' matchup with the No. 1 Longhorns at the Cotton Bowl.

They break down John Mateer's opportunity to bounce back, Arch Manning's season, the challenge of facing Texas' defense and the areas Oklahoma could exploit against a Longhorns team that hasn't always played up to its ranking.

Plus, Toby and Craig revisit some of the most memorable moments in OU-Texas history and explain what makes this rivalry unlike any other game in college football.

Can the Sooners find a way to pull off the upset?

It's OU-Texas week. Toby Rowland and Evan Kamikow preview the 122nd meeting between Oklahoma and Texas at the Cotton Bowl.

They discuss the pressure on John Mateer, his matchup with Arch Manning, whether Whit Newbauer could see the field if Oklahoma's offense struggles and Brent Venables' pointed assessment of the Sooners' offensive line.

Toby and Evan also break down OU's defensive matchup with Texas, why turnovers and the running game have historically been so important in this rivalry, the potential impact of special teams and just how much Saturday's result could change the outlook for Oklahoma's season.

Plus, Evan prepares for his first OU-Texas experience in Dallas.

Oklahoma enters the bye week at 2-2 with plenty to fix before heading to Dallas for the Red River Rivalry.

On this edition of OU Update from Oklahom'as Own, Toby Rowland sits down with Sooners head coach Brent Venables for an in-depth conversation about where Oklahoma stands after four games and what has to change.

Venables explains why John Mateer remains Oklahoma’s starting quarterback despite costly turnovers, what the Sooners need to do to finally establish a consistent running game and how OU is using the bye week to self-scout its personnel, scheme and tendencies.

The Sooners coach also addresses the frustration surrounding the program’s start and delivers a message to Oklahoma fans: don’t lower the standard.

Then it’s time to turn toward Texas. Venables discusses what makes the Red River Rivalry different, the atmosphere inside the Cotton Bowl and the challenge Arch Manning and the Longhorns will present in Dallas.

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