Oklahoma Sooners shake up their coaching staff as Jay Valai departs for Buffalo, sparking speculation on the next cornerbacks coach. Will Brent Venables turn to in-house candidate Xavier Brewer or pursue Clemson’s Mike Reed for a fresh defensive spark? John Williams and Jay Smith weigh the pros and cons, debate bringing back former Sooners like Dominique Franks or Gabe Lynn, and discuss how these choices could shape Oklahoma’s SEC future.

The conversation shifts to breakout candidates from Oklahoma’s 2025 recruiting class, spotlighting Elijah Thomas at wide receiver and Trent Wilson on the defensive line as pivotal rising stars. The hosts break down the Sooners’ 2026 schedule, highlighting challenging road trips to Georgia and Florida, trap games against Ole Miss and Texas A&M, and Oklahoma’s chances at repeating a 10-2 season. Is a return to the College Football Playoff within reach? Don’t miss this energized look at the Sooners’ roster moves, key recruits, and SEC obstacles ahead.

INTRIGUE: Oklahoma Sooners’ DB Coach Vacancy FUELS Speculation—Venables Eyes BIG Names

0:00 – Sooners Cornerbacks Coach Search
13:34 – 2025 Recruits: Breakout Candidates
25:22 – 2026 Season Predictions & Trap Games

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