West of Everest: An Oklahoma Football Podcast

In the opening take, Lee has an update on the OU secondary position battles heading into fall camp and brings up one question that hasn't fully been answered yet. Then, Grant joins to talk briefly about Baker Mayfield's positive training camp so far with the Browns (6:10). Grant describes an unfortunate story that dominated OU's "ChampU BBQ" over the weekend (9:50). Shifting back to the Sooners' secondary as Lee explains why he's not thrilled about the idea of a base Nickel defense. Grant tells us how a Nickel defense could be a good thing (18:30). Grant is puzzled by the strong safety position battle, while Lee tries to provide a little context (24:05). Lee isn't concerned about the safety positions because DBs switch positions all the time and OU's got a lot of talent back there (28:00). What about the cornerbacks? Kerry Cooks says something that all OU fans probably thought last year and Grant loves himself some Tre Brown (30:40). Bill Bedenbaugh provides some clarity on Bobby Evans and Cody Ford's roles at each tackle position (32:50). So, when is Bill Bedenbaugh going to get a head coaching job offer (38:50)? Calvin Thibodeaux has some very honest words about Neville Gallimore and the guys talk more about the defensive line as a whole (40:00). Tim Kish confirms that Curtis Bolton is definitely competing for a starting job and more linebackers talk (46:50). We begin the "Listener Question" segment with an inquiry about Marcelias Sutton's role on this team (51:30). The guys give reasons why the defense could be better than last year (55:40). Is Bookie a better player at CB or at safety (59:45)? Any threat that Austin Kendall transfers if/when Murray wins the starting QB job (1:01:30)? Going over the best case and worst case scenarios for OU's 2018 season (1:04:30). We do an early CFP prediction and Grant has a surprising pick (1:12:45). Finally, the guys discuss whether this is a do or die season for Mike Stoops (1:21:40)? | Email the show: [email protected] | Like the show on Facebook: @westofeverest | Follow Grant on Twitter: @GrantBenson25 | Follow Lee on Twitter: @LeeBensonNews9

In the opening take, Lee has an update on the OU secondary position battles heading into fall camp and brings up one question that hasn't fully been answered yet. Then, Grant joins to talk briefly about Baker Mayfield's positive training camp so far with the Browns (6:10). Grant describes an unfortunate story that dominated OU's "ChampU BBQ" over the weekend (9:50). Shifting back to the Sooners' secondary as Lee explains why he's not thrilled about the idea of a base Nickel defense. Grant tells us how a Nickel defense could be a good thing (18:30). Grant is puzzled by the strong safety position battle, while Lee tries to provide a little context (24:05). Lee isn't concerned about the safety positions because DBs switch positions all the time and OU's got a lot of talent back there (28:00). What about the cornerbacks? Kerry Cooks says something that all OU fans probably thought last year and Grant loves himself some Tre Brown (30:40). Bill Bedenbaugh provides some clarity on Bobby Evans and Cody Ford's roles at each tackle position (32:50). So, when is Bill Bedenbaugh going to get a head coaching job offer (38:50)? Calvin Thibodeaux has some very honest words about Neville Gallimore and the guys talk more about the defensive line as a whole (40:00). Tim Kish confirms that Curtis Bolton is definitely competing for a starting job and more linebackers talk (46:50). We begin the "Listener Question" segment with an inquiry about Marcelias Sutton's role on this team (51:30). The guys give reasons why the defense could be better than last year (55:40). Is Bookie a better player at CB or at safety (59:45)? Any threat that Austin Kendall transfers if/when Murray wins the starting QB job (1:01:30)? Going over the best case and worst case scenarios for OU's 2018 season (1:04:30). We do an early CFP prediction and Grant has a surprising pick (1:12:45). Finally, the guys discuss whether this is a do or die season for Mike Stoops (1:21:40)? | Email the show: [email protected] | Like the show on Facebook: @westofeverest | Follow Grant on Twitter: @GrantBenson25 | Follow Lee on Twitter: @LeeBensonNews9

In the opening take, Grant believes he's detected an ongoing theme surrounding OU football as the Sooners prepare for the beginning of fall camp. Then Lee joins to talk about the overall theme of the Sooners during 2017's fall camp (6:30). The topic shifts to the best game OU played during the 2017 season (8:15). After the small talk, the guys shift to an injury update covering Jalen Redmond, Chanse Sylvie, Nick Basquine, and others (10:20). The discussion shifts to the QB competition as a few of the players give their takes on Murray v Kendall. Also, the guys debate whether the coaches are telling the players what to say, or do the OU players just see Murray and Kendall very close during workouts? (20:00). Kyler Murray gives his thoughts on the QB competition (29:00). Austin Kendall provides a very intriguing soundbite regarding his relationship with Kyler Murray (31:15). Grant is starting to believe that Lee is rooting for Austin Kendall to win the job (35:00). Kyler talks about being super hungry for the upcoming season and his teammates reaction to him being a millionaire now (39:05). Lee clarifies his position on the quarterback competition (44:15). The guys talk about Cody Ford and how it seems like he could turn out to be a pretty important member of the OL this year (46:00). Finishing up the offensive discussion with some news and notes including Rodney Anderson's thoughts on the offensive capabilities in 2018 (51:20). Should we be surprised that Caleb Kelly will be competing for the starting WILL LB spot (55:00)? Jordan Parker has been getting reps at safety this summer (1:03:00). Surprise, surprise, Bookie comes up and Mike Stoops has some nice things to say about the freshman (1:05:35). Talking linebacker depth and significant improvements on the defensive line since last year (1:08:40). Grant is starting to talk himself into the Kenneth Murray sophomore bounce back year (1:14:45). | Email the show: [email protected] | Like the show on Facebook: @westofeverest | Follow Grant on Twitter: @GrantBenson25 | Follow Lee on Twitter: @LeeBensonNews9

In the opening take, Grant believes he's detected an ongoing theme surrounding OU football as the Sooners prepare for the beginning of fall camp. Then Lee joins to talk about the overall theme of the Sooners during 2017's fall camp (6:30). The topic shifts to the best game OU played during the 2017 season (8:15). After the small talk, the guys shift to an injury update covering Jalen Redmond, Chanse Sylvie, Nick Basquine, and others (10:20). The discussion shifts to the QB competition as a few of the players give their takes on Murray v Kendall. Also, the guys debate whether the coaches are telling the players what to say, or do the OU players just see Murray and Kendall very close during workouts? (20:00). Kyler Murray gives his thoughts on the QB competition (29:00). Austin Kendall provides a very intriguing soundbite regarding his relationship with Kyler Murray (31:15). Grant is starting to believe that Lee is rooting for Austin Kendall to win the job (35:00). Kyler talks about being super hungry for the upcoming season and his teammates reaction to him being a millionaire now (39:05). Lee clarifies his position on the quarterback competition (44:15). The guys talk about Cody Ford and how it seems like he could turn out to be a pretty important member of the OL this year (46:00). Finishing up the offensive discussion with some news and notes including Rodney Anderson's thoughts on the offensive capabilities in 2018 (51:20). Should we be surprised that Caleb Kelly will be competing for the starting WILL LB spot (55:00)? Jordan Parker has been getting reps at safety this summer (1:03:00). Surprise, surprise, Bookie comes up and Mike Stoops has some nice things to say about the freshman (1:05:35). Talking linebacker depth and significant improvements on the defensive line since last year (1:08:40). Grant is starting to talk himself into the Kenneth Murray sophomore bounce back year (1:14:45). | Email the show: [email protected] | Like the show on Facebook: @westofeverest | Follow Grant on Twitter: @GrantBenson25 | Follow Lee on Twitter: @LeeBensonNews9

In the opening take, Grant believes he's detected an ongoing theme surrounding OU football as the Sooners prepare for the beginning of fall camp. Then Lee joins to talk about the overall theme of the Sooners during 2017's fall camp (6:30). The topic shifts to the best game OU played during the 2017 season (8:15). After the small talk, the guys shift to an injury update covering Jalen Redmond, Chanse Sylvie, Nick Basquine, and others (10:20). The discussion shifts to the QB competition as a few of the players give their takes on Murray v Kendall. Also, the guys debate whether the coaches are telling the players what to say, or do the OU players just see Murray and Kendall very close during workouts? (20:00). Kyler Murray gives his thoughts on the QB competition (29:00). Austin Kendall provides a very intriguing soundbite regarding his relationship with Kyler Murray (31:15). Grant is starting to believe that Lee is rooting for Austin Kendall to win the job (35:00). Kyler talks about being super hungry for the upcoming season and his teammates reaction to him being a millionaire now (39:05). Lee clarifies his position on the quarterback competition (44:15). The guys talk about Cody Ford and how it seems like he could turn out to be a pretty important member of the OL this year (46:00). Finishing up the offensive discussion with some news and notes including Rodney Anderson's thoughts on the offensive capabilities in 2018 (51:20). Should we be surprised that Caleb Kelly will be competing for the starting WILL LB spot (55:00)? Jordan Parker has been getting reps at safety this summer (1:03:00). Surprise, surprise, Bookie comes up and Mike Stoops has some nice things to say about the freshman (1:05:35). Talking linebacker depth and significant improvements on the defensive line since last year (1:08:40). Grant is starting to talk himself into the Kenneth Murray sophomore bounce back year (1:14:45). | Email the show: [email protected] | Like the show on Facebook: @westofeverest | Follow Grant on Twitter: @GrantBenson25 | Follow Lee on Twitter: @LeeBensonNews9

In the opening take, Grant believes he's detected an ongoing theme surrounding OU football as the Sooners prepare for the beginning of fall camp. Then Lee joins to talk about the overall theme of the Sooners during 2017's fall camp (6:30). The topic shifts to the best game OU played during the 2017 season (8:15). After the small talk, the guys shift to an injury update covering Jalen Redmond, Chanse Sylvie, Nick Basquine, and others (10:20). The discussion shifts to the QB competition as a few of the players give their takes on Murray v Kendall. Also, the guys debate whether the coaches are telling the players what to say, or do the OU players just see Murray and Kendall very close during workouts? (20:00). Kyler Murray gives his thoughts on the QB competition (29:00). Austin Kendall provides a very intriguing soundbite regarding his relationship with Kyler Murray (31:15). Grant is starting to believe that Lee is rooting for Austin Kendall to win the job (35:00). Kyler talks about being super hungry for the upcoming season and his teammates reaction to him being a millionaire now (39:05). Lee clarifies his position on the quarterback competition (44:15). The guys talk about Cody Ford and how it seems like he could turn out to be a pretty important member of the OL this year (46:00). Finishing up the offensive discussion with some news and notes including Rodney Anderson's thoughts on the offensive capabilities in 2018 (51:20). Should we be surprised that Caleb Kelly will be competing for the starting WILL LB spot (55:00)? Jordan Parker has been getting reps at safety this summer (1:03:00). Surprise, surprise, Bookie comes up and Mike Stoops has some nice things to say about the freshman (1:05:35). Talking linebacker depth and significant improvements on the defensive line since last year (1:08:40). Grant is starting to talk himself into the Kenneth Murray sophomore bounce back year (1:14:45). | Email the show: [email protected] | Like the show on Facebook: @westofeverest | Follow Grant on Twitter: @GrantBenson25 | Follow Lee on Twitter: @LeeBensonNews9

In the opening take, Lee talks about the most interesting thing he heard while attending Big 12 Football Media Days at the Star in Frisco. Then Grant joins to explain why we didn't use a DeMarco Murray play in the intro (5:00). Shifting to the OU QB competition. Lee has a theory that Austin Kendall may actually be the best person to start for the Sooners (8:15). Grant buys Lee some time while he pulls up Riley's soundbite about offensive leadership (21:10). Grant is worried that Jonathan Alvarez is mentioned among the offensive line (24:00). Is it troublesome that Riley did not mention Bobby Evans individually as one of the OL leaders (28:25)? Kenneth Murray is the "heart of the defense" according to Riley (34:55). Lincoln Riley explains what OU needs to do to improve its defense (40:40). Kenneth Murray reacts to zero Sooners being named to the Preseason All-Big 12 Defensive Team (50:10). Lee asked Murray about the media... and let's just say the sophomore linebacker isn't thrilled with a lot of the things said about him (53:10). The legend of "Bookie" grows as Murray has some really nice things to say about the true freshman (58:00). Touching briefly on the Jalen Redmond situation (1:03:00). Taking a look at the rest of Media Days, particularly Tom Herman's odd showing at the podium (1:07:30). Lee is way higher on Iowa State than anybody else and the guys talk OSU QBs as they react to the preseason Big 12 Media Poll (1:17:10). The guys talk about the preseason All-Big 12 team and eventually rag on the selections in the secondary (1:23:50). **NOTE: Around the 1:30:00 mark Grant's microphone audio gets wonky. We apologize for the lowered quality and will work to make sure the problem does not persist in future shows** | Email the show: [email protected] | Like the show on Facebook: @westofeverest | Follow Grant on Twitter: @GrantBenson25 | Follow Lee on Twitter: @LeeBensonNews9

In the opening take, Lee talks about the most interesting thing he heard while attending Big 12 Football Media Days at the Star in Frisco. Then Grant joins to explain why we didn't use a DeMarco Murray play in the intro (5:00). Shifting to the OU QB competition. Lee has a theory that Austin Kendall may actually be the best person to start for the Sooners (8:15). Grant buys Lee some time while he pulls up Riley's soundbite about offensive leadership (21:10). Grant is worried that Jonathan Alvarez is mentioned among the offensive line (24:00). Is it troublesome that Riley did not mention Bobby Evans individually as one of the OL leaders (28:25)? Kenneth Murray is the "heart of the defense" according to Riley (34:55). Lincoln Riley explains what OU needs to do to improve its defense (40:40). Kenneth Murray reacts to zero Sooners being named to the Preseason All-Big 12 Defensive Team (50:10). Lee asked Murray about the media... and let's just say the sophomore linebacker isn't thrilled with a lot of the things said about him (53:10). The legend of "Bookie" grows as Murray has some really nice things to say about the true freshman (58:00). Touching briefly on the Jalen Redmond situation (1:03:00). Taking a look at the rest of Media Days, particularly Tom Herman's odd showing at the podium (1:07:30). Lee is way higher on Iowa State than anybody else and the guys talk OSU QBs as they react to the preseason Big 12 Media Poll (1:17:10). The guys talk about the preseason All-Big 12 team and eventually rag on the selections in the secondary (1:23:50). **NOTE: Around the 1:30:00 mark Grant's microphone audio gets wonky. We apologize for the lowered quality and will work to make sure the problem does not persist in future shows** | Email the show: [email protected] | Like the show on Facebook: @westofeverest | Follow Grant on Twitter: @GrantBenson25 | Follow Lee on Twitter: @LeeBensonNews9

In the opening take, Lee talks about the most interesting thing he heard while attending Big 12 Football Media Days at the Star in Frisco. Then Grant joins to explain why we didn't use a DeMarco Murray play in the intro (5:00). Shifting to the OU QB competition. Lee has a theory that Austin Kendall may actually be the best person to start for the Sooners (8:15). Grant buys Lee some time while he pulls up Riley's soundbite about offensive leadership (21:10). Grant is worried that Jonathan Alvarez is mentioned among the offensive line (24:00). Is it troublesome that Riley did not mention Bobby Evans individually as one of the OL leaders (28:25)? Kenneth Murray is the "heart of the defense" according to Riley (34:55). Lincoln Riley explains what OU needs to do to improve its defense (40:40). Kenneth Murray reacts to zero Sooners being named to the Preseason All-Big 12 Defensive Team (50:10). Lee asked Murray about the media... and let's just say the sophomore linebacker isn't thrilled with a lot of the things said about him (53:10). The legend of "Bookie" grows as Murray has some really nice things to say about the true freshman (58:00). Touching briefly on the Jalen Redmond situation (1:03:00). Taking a look at the rest of Media Days, particularly Tom Herman's odd showing at the podium (1:07:30). Lee is way higher on Iowa State than anybody else and the guys talk OSU QBs as they react to the preseason Big 12 Media Poll (1:17:10). The guys talk about the preseason All-Big 12 team and eventually rag on the selections in the secondary (1:23:50). **NOTE: Around the 1:30:00 mark Grant's microphone audio gets wonky. We apologize for the lowered quality and will work to make sure the problem does not persist in future shows** | Email the show: [email protected] | Like the show on Facebook: @westofeverest | Follow Grant on Twitter: @GrantBenson25 | Follow Lee on Twitter: @LeeBensonNews9

In the opening take, Lee talks about the most interesting thing he heard while attending Big 12 Football Media Days at the Star in Frisco. Then Grant joins to explain why we didn't use a DeMarco Murray play in the intro (5:00). Shifting to the OU QB competition. Lee has a theory that Austin Kendall may actually be the best person to start for the Sooners (8:15). Grant buys Lee some time while he pulls up Riley's soundbite about offensive leadership (21:10). Grant is worried that Jonathan Alvarez is mentioned among the offensive line (24:00). Is it troublesome that Riley did not mention Bobby Evans individually as one of the OL leaders (28:25)? Kenneth Murray is the "heart of the defense" according to Riley (34:55). Lincoln Riley explains what OU needs to do to improve its defense (40:40). Kenneth Murray reacts to zero Sooners being named to the Preseason All-Big 12 Defensive Team (50:10). Lee asked Murray about the media... and let's just say the sophomore linebacker isn't thrilled with a lot of the things said about him (53:10). The legend of "Bookie" grows as Murray has some really nice things to say about the true freshman (58:00). Touching briefly on the Jalen Redmond situation (1:03:00). Taking a look at the rest of Media Days, particularly Tom Herman's odd showing at the podium (1:07:30). Lee is way higher on Iowa State than anybody else and the guys talk OSU QBs as they react to the preseason Big 12 Media Poll (1:17:10). The guys talk about the preseason All-Big 12 team and eventually rag on the selections in the secondary (1:23:50). **NOTE: Around the 1:30:00 mark Grant's microphone audio gets wonky. We apologize for the lowered quality and will work to make sure the problem does not persist in future shows** | Email the show: [email protected] | Like the show on Facebook: @westofeverest | Follow Grant on Twitter: @GrantBenson25 | Follow Lee on Twitter: @LeeBensonNews9