• Welcomes Oklahoma Sooners & college football fans to Oklahoma Sooners Live on the Voice of College Football Network, presented by FanDuel.
• Apologizes for starting late and mic volume issues.
• Encourages live chat participation, Super Chats (read live), likes, subscribes, and channel support.
• Promotes merch (vocfb.com/shop), channel memberships ($2.99+/month for exclusive content like call-in shows), and audio platforms (Apple Podcasts, Spotify) with 5-star reviews.

• Describes the weekend as “amazing” for OU football recruiting, especially the Future Freaks event in Norman.
• OU solidified #1 in most 2027 team rankings (Rivals, etc.); host notes rival media skepticism about OU staying #1 long-term but emphasizes early cycle stage and Brent Venables’ strong track record of retaining commits (full buy-in philosophy).
• Praises entire staff, especially GM Jim Nagy (underrated nationally) for elite class building.

Key 2027 Commits from the Weekend (Saturday avalanche + prior momentum):

• Jamison Roberts (4 QB, Sutherland AL) – Top QB in 2027 class per Rivals; dual-threat stats (73% comp, 3,300+ pass yds, 37 pass TD, 741 rush yds, 21 rush TD in junior year). Loves OU offensive fit, Ben Arbuckle development, OU brand. Seen as cornerstone QB for future (behind current options like John Mateer & Bo Bentley).
• Tyson Ross (4 IOL, Andover KS) – Chose OU over Kansas State, Kansas, Nebraska, Oregon. Big in-state win (pulled from heavy local interest) and against strong programs.
• Jalen Scott (4 S) – Adds to young, talented DB room (Peyton Bowen, Eli Bowen, Cortland Guillory thriving early). Early OU priority (offer in August); cited OU-Michigan game atmosphere as huge factor.
• Seneca Driver (elite TE, #1 TE & #18 overall in 2027) – Surprise fast commitment; beat heavy pursuit (including Kentucky). Host calls him 5 talent despite some sites listing 4 post-commit.
• Others mentioned: Graydon Howell, Gabriel Osborne Jr.

Class Context & Highlights

• 17–19 commits already → #1 ranked class with blue-chip talent (Cooper Hackett 5 OT, Caden Penny, Cooper Witten 5-level, Taven Epps LB, etc.).
• Heavy emphasis on trenches: 4 OL commits in 2027 (building on strong recent OL development under Bill Bedenbaugh).
• Momentum started with Cooper Witten commitment; weekend became “avalanche.”
• Host stresses on-field success (especially 2025 season) will be key to holding class together through December.

Historical Recruiting Perspective

• Compares recent cycles under Lincoln Riley (#12 in 2020, #10 in 2021) and Brent Venables (#8 in 2022, #4 in 2023, #8 in 2024).
• Notes 2026 class focused on quality (not quantity); 2027 is both high-quality and high-quantity.

• Owen Heineke update (~later in show): Jim Nagy says OU still working on 6th-year eligibility (despite two NCAA denials/appeals). Heineke preparing for NFL (Combine/Senior Bowl), but Nagy remains in close contact and hopeful. Host skeptical but rooting for return (veteran LB presence needed).
• Basketball note: OU (11-seed) plays South Carolina (14-seed) in SEC Tournament tomorrow; 7.5-point favorite (FanDuel).
• Baseball: SEC opener vs. ranked Texas A&M this weekend → encourages fans to attend.

• Reads/acknowledges live chat comments (shoutouts to regulars).
• Reiterates appreciation, plugs like/subscribe/merch/memberships/podcasts.
• Ends with “Boomer Sooner.”

Overall Vibe: Extremely positive, hyped recruiting episode. Host views the Future Freaks weekend as a defining moment that showcases Brent Venables, Jim Nagy, and staff elevating OU recruiting to elite national level.

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Here are concise episode notes for the Oklahoma Sooners LIVE episode titled "Cooper Witten Commits, Is Oklahoma the New Nebraska?" hosted by Josh Mahler on the OklahomaVOCFB / Voice of College Football channel (aired around early 2025 based on context, discussing 2027 recruiting and 2024 season results).

• 0:00 – 3:00 — Welcome back after hiatus; host mentions covering OU baseball/softball/women’s basketball simultaneously; plugs like/subscribe, memberships ($2.99/mo), Super Chats, merch (vocfb.com/shop), and podcast platforms.
• 3:00 – 17:00 — Major topic: Cooper Witten (2027 5-star LB) commits to Oklahoma
  • Top-2 national linebacker (class of 2027); #14 commit for OU’s 2027 class.
  • Beat out Georgia, Tennessee, Texas A&M, others.
  • Son of new OU TE coach Jason Witten (future NFL Hall of Famer).
  • OU was his first offer — relationship predates Jason joining staff.
  • Primary reasons cited by Cooper: Brent Venables’ defensive vision/track record, passion, development at LB; OU identity/soul mission/blue-collar ethic.
  • Secondary factors: dad on staff (reunion — Jason coached him in HS); attended OU’s signature win over Michigan (huge atmosphere impression).
  • Seen as cornerstone for 2027 class OU is already dominating nationally.
  • Momentum builder heading into Future Freaks visitor weekend (top OL, RB, WR, DL targets).
• 17:00 – 40:00 — Is Oklahoma the new Nebraska in the SEC? Should OU leave the conference?
  • Strong rejection of the comparison — calls it one of the “laziest takes” in CFB.
  • Nebraska’s decline after Big 12 → Big Ten move tied to:
    • Firing good coach (Bo Pelini after 9-win seasons)
    • Hiring carousel of bad/unproven coaches (Mike Riley, Scott Frost)
    • Losing recruiting pipelines
  • Oklahoma’s situation different:
    • Year 1 SEC (6-6/2-6) rough due to rebuild after Lincoln Riley exit, injuries, staff turnover.
    • Year 2 (10-3) showed major leap; competitive in upper half of SEC.
    • Gained recruiting pipelines (Texas, SEC footprint).
    • Kept natural rival (Texas) + old foes (Mizzou, A&M).
    • No coaching carousel — sticking with Brent Venables.
  • Main remaining hurdles for OU: beat Texas consistently, win a playoff game (currently 0-5 all-time), get over postseason “hump.”
  • SEC move financially smart, recruiting upgrade, better competition (“iron sharpens iron”); Big 12 may have held OU back long-term.
  • Too early to crown OU SEC contenders, but far too early to panic or consider leaving.
• 40:00 – End — Live chat interaction, baseball update (OU vs. Dallas Baptist midweek), plugs for Sooner Spotlight (non-football OU coverage), ticket giveaways, merch, memberships, and sign-off.

• Cooper Witten commitment = massive 2027 momentum piece; elite LB prospect choosing OU primarily for Venables + program identity (not just dad).
• SEC adjustment narrative — Year 1 struggles expected; Year 2 progress real; Nebraska comparison weak and overstated.
• Future outlook — Optimistic tone: strong offseason moves, transfer portal wins, coaching staff additions (e.g., Jason Witten), Jim Nagy’s impact underrated.
• Host vibe — High-energy return from break; multi-sport juggling; very pro-SEC move and pro-Venables.

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• Hosts greet viewers; Tierani leads off.
• Weekly Monday show at 7:00 PM Central, focused on OU football in-season but offseason sports now.
• Encourages likes, subscribes, memberships ($2.99+/month supports content/Josh), Super Chats, and podcast listening (Apple, Spotify, etc.).
• Sponsored by Vandal (and "the ref"? – possibly a read flub).

• Dominant weekend across OU athletics.
• Women's Gymnastics: Won regular-season SEC title outright (first time; shared last year) with a strong win over Auburn (197.975–196.150 at Lloyd Noble Center). Clinched with one meet left; unbeaten in SEC play (7-0). Upcoming: vs. Arkansas (Friday, SEC Network), senior night vs. Tarleton State (Tarleton? – listed as TWWU/TWU, Texas Woman's University) on Sunday at 1:45 PM. In Tulsa for SEC Championships end of month. Highlight reel shown; "Country for a Cause" meet theme.
• Other wins: Men's gymnastics beat #3 Nebraska; softball scored 116 runs (blowouts); baseball won home series; men's hoops beat LSU; women's hoops beat Missouri (now ranked #7, hosting regional/March Madness first round?); men's tennis won at Tennessee.

• Explosive offense but pitching concerns.
• On pace for historic home runs: 86 HR in 21 games (leads nation; UCLA 60, Florida 55). Every starter with 3+ HR; Kendall Wells (freshman) on pace to break freshman HR record (more HR than 66% of D1 teams); compared to legends like Jocelyn Alo/Patty Gasso mentions. Abigail Dayton ("tiny but mighty") contributing.
• Team scorching: .470+ team AVG, massive SLG; but gave up runs (e.g., 18 of 64 allowed with Kierston Deal pitching).
• Realistic take: Non-conference/weaker opponents; expect tougher SEC play (Tennessee, Texas, Alabama, Arkansas strong pitching). Need to score in bunches; cautiously optimistic. Hope for Coach Roacha return for confidence/mindset.
• Ranked #6 in latest poll (behind Tennessee, Texas Tech, etc.; SEC-heavy top).
• Viewers agree on realism; not greatest OU team ever (compare to 72-1 national champs).

• Strong showing from Sooners.
• Deion Burks (WR): 4.31 40-yard dash (fastest WR, #2 overall?); top-10 in vertical (42.5"), broad jump (10'11"); elite speed.
• Robert Spears-Jennings (S): 4.33 or 4.32 40 (top safeties); impressive burst.
• Grayson Halton (DL/DT): 4.82 40 (solid for size); 36–42" vertical (top-3 ever for DTs); made money.
• R Mason Thomas (DL): Freakish speed off snap; strong pop despite size.
• Jiren Kanak (TE/FB, former LB): 4.53 40 (high 4.4s expected); 10.37 100m; teams circling post-workout; big mover for size.
• Others noted (e.g., Brennon Thompson ties/fast times).
• Overall: Life-changing speed/athleticism; boosted draft stock.

• Men's hoops: Solid win vs. LSU; trying to win out for resume/tournament push. Play tomorrow.
• Women's hoops: Win vs. Missouri; #7 rank. Aaliyah Chavez: Tied SEC record with 8th Freshman of the Week (ties Rhyne Howard); 17 PPG last two games; nearing Courtney Paris' OU single-season record. #5 seed in SEC tourney; face MSU/Florida winner Thursday (12:30 CT, SEC Network).
• Quick hits: Nelly (softball?) injury update pending (knee X-rays); prayers for her.

• Louisville white paper on NIL issues: Athletic depts losing millions (OSU won CFP but lost $37.7M; Penn State $534M debt; Rutgers huge losses; Louisville deficits despite impact).
• Calls for salary cap/regulation.
• States passing no-tax on NIL (MS, AR, etc.; FL/TX/TN no income tax). OK allowing university funds for NIL.
• Transfer portal: One-year rule proposals; conflicts with earning money.
• Hosts: "Get it and hate it" on NIL.

• Quick show (38 minutes); Tierani pregnant (18 days to due date for "Drake"; countdown changed; "Drake's time").
• Will miss shows post-birth (new baby); updates coming.
• Like/subscribe/merch reminders; Boomer Sooner sign-off.

Overall vibe: Energetic, positive on wins, realistic on challenges (softball pitching, NIL chaos), hype for NFL prospects, and family excitement. Great OU weekend spotlight!

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Opening & Banter (0:00–~5:00)

• Hosts introduce themselves as the "Sooner Smiths" (Tierani and Chad).
• Tech glitches with mics/outlines; light-hearted chaos.
• Welcome to viewers (e.g., Boomer129, Stacey); encourage chat, likes, subs, retweets, merch (Zeno Zone dog merch).
• Sponsor: Candle (quick plug).
• Personal asides: Chad's type-A quirks, pet peeves (undecisive drivers), pregnancy updates (Tierani at ~34 weeks).

• Former OU golfer Anthony Kim wins LIV Golf Adelaide (his first pro win in ~16 years after struggles with sobriety/hiatus).
• Signed with 4Aces GC (via Dustin Johnson); massive purse (~$6M personal estimate).
• Emotional comeback story; plays often in Oklahoma City.

• OU (picked low in SEC, e.g., 14th) dominates Shriners Children's College Showdown in Arlington.
• Wins over strong teams (TCU, Oklahoma State, others); run-rule victories; look like one of the nation's best early.
• Extra game Monday; Josh (channel's baseball guy) to cover more later.

• Men's: Wins vs. Georgia and Vanderbilt (back-to-back as underdogs on FanDuel); bubble team but finishing strong.
• Women's: Mixed—big loss to Vanderbilt, but wins over Florida and Texas A&M; ranked ~16, likely host NCAA tourney.
• Tierani critiques inconsistency (fast play, turnovers, underusing post players like Reagan Beers); defends fair criticism of women's athletes (parallel to men's).

• Historic road win at Florida (first ever in Gainesville); 198.075–197.575.
• Bars scoring debated (OU undervalued?); flawless beam; Addison Feda's first collegiate 10.0 on vault (viral reactions/memes shown).
• Upcoming: #1 OU vs. #2 LSU Friday in Norman (tickets as low as $7; push to fill Lloyd Noble Center; on SEC Network/ESPN2?).

• Dominant weekend: 5-0, outscoring opponents 91–9.
• Scores: 17-0, 18-6, 12-2, 10-1, and viral 34-0 run-rule over UTEP (tied program record margin; 6 HRs, grand slams in same inning by Gabbie Garcia & Tia Milloy).
• Tierani passionately defends Patty Gasso: Played backups, no steals after early lead, no intentional outs; teams invite OU for revenue/exposure; criticism seen as hating OU/women's sports double standard (vs. men's blowouts).
• Philosophy: Play to standard, not opponent; mercy ≠ treating teams like kids.

• DeMarco Murray leaves OU RB coach role for Chiefs (mixed fan reactions; loved by players, but development questions—e.g., no 1,000-yard rusher recently besides Eric Gray).
• Coaching style: Demanding but adapt to players; patterns of freshmen shining over vets.
• NIL/transfer chaos: Big Ten eyeing 2014-style playoff expansion; need stability/antitrust exemption, limited transfers.
• Trinidad Chambless (likely a player) gets 6th-year eligibility via injunction (court delays could allow full season play).
• Owen (likely a player) advice: If wanting to stay at OU, pursue injunction (play by current rules others use).
• Trivia bits: Billy Sims (1978) first OU 2,000-yard rusher; other rushing records.

• Men's BB: Tennessee (Wed), Texas A&M (Sat).
• Women's BB: Georgia (Thu), Tennessee (Sun).
• Gymnastics: #1 OU vs. #2 LSU (Fri).
• More softball games.

• Quick hits: Buddy Hield reunion/bobblehead game; potential pink-out attendance.
• Praise for staying under an hour; Tierani fired up on softball defense.
• Sign-off: Prayers, family time, Boomer Sooner.

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Football Coaching Changes

• DeMarco Murray's Departure:
  • Longtime OU running backs coach (since 2020) left after a 5-year stint to become the Kansas City Chiefs' new running backs coach.
  • Murray, an OU legend (first-team All-Big 12 RB as a player, solid NFL career), receives mutual well-wishes from fans and host.
  • Fan sentiment: Largely positive/excited for change; many felt his tenure overstayed, with gripes over RB decisions/production post-Eric Gray era.
  • Described as mutual parting; Andy Reid reportedly contacted Brent Venables before hiring.
  • Seen as a career step up for Murray (NFL level, learning under Eric Bieniemy).
  • Host hopes he succeeds and preserves his legacy positively.
  • Replacement search ongoing; quick hire expected due to spring ball prep and recruiting stability.
  • Speculation dismissed: Kale Gundy won't return (due to past issues).
  • Fan chat suggestion (Adrian Peterson) liked personally but concerns over recent off-field issues and "legend hire" risks.
• Defensive Backs Coach Hire:
  • Replacement for Jay Valai (left for Buffalo Bills): LaMar Morgan from Michigan.
  • Morgan (≈40 years old, 14+ years experience): Served as Michigan's defensive passing game coordinator/DBs coach recently; prior roles include DC/secondary at Louisiana (Ragin' Cajuns, his alma mater), stops at Vanderbilt, Houston, UL Monroe.
  • Praised for youth + experience balance; solid resume from strong programs (Michigan hire highlighted).
  • Quick hire (within ~1-1.5 weeks of Valai's exit) to retain recruits and maintain DB room momentum (strong talent via transfers/returners like Courtland Gillery, Eli Bowen).
  • Recruits reportedly happy; fans mixed (some wanted fresh direction despite liking Valai).
  • Interesting note: OU faces Michigan in Ann Arbor in September 2026; Morgan faces former team early.
• Other Football Note:
  • 2027 OU-SMU game (Sept. 11) moved from SMU's Gerald J. Ford Stadium to neutral-site AT&T Stadium (Arlington, TX).
  • Pros: Larger capacity (~80k vs. SMU's smaller venue), potential revenue boost, fun for fans (OU historically strong there, 6-2 all-time including Big 12 titles).
  • Cons: Takes away traditional home atmosphere/pageantry; some view as "sellout" for money, though host calls it smart business.
  • Mixed fan opinions; closer to both fanbases than far neutral sites.

• Season starts February 13, 2026, at Shriners Children's College Baseball Showdown (Globe Life Field, Arlington, TX).
• Opening weekend opponents: Texas Tech (Fri, 11 a.m./3 p.m.?), Oklahoma State (Sat), TCU (Sun).
• OU favored in opener vs. Texas Tech (-148 on FanDuel).
• High excitement: "Boomer or bust" team with massive potential (depth, transfers, returners, strong freshman class).
• Key praises from Skip Johnson:
  • One of his best freshman recruiting classes in 35 years coaching.
  • Returning 13 letterwinners (e.g., Kyle Branch, Jaxon Willits, Jason Walk, Drew Dickerson, Trey Gamble).
  • Pitching depth strong; Cam Johnson named Opening Day starter (high-upside lefty, potential ace-level talent if control improves).
  • Other notes: LJ McCurus, overall synergy needed (star power could mesh well or clash).
• Expectations: Team aims for Omaha (College World Series); host sees overlooked potential despite varied rankings.
• Viewing: FloCollege subscription required; audio on KREF.
• Home opener ~Feb 17 at (newly renovated?) Lale Mitchell Park.
• Host urges in-person support: College baseball's pageantry/fun shines live (easy to follow, great atmosphere).

• Host apologizes for hiatus; promotes likes/subscribes/memberships ($2.99+/month for more OU content across sports).
• Live chat interactions (e.g., fan opinions on hires, neutral sites).
• Ties in broader OU sports (e.g., mentions basketball game distraction).
• Optimistic tone on Venables' recent hires (e.g., Ben Arbuckle, others) and baseball outlook.

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Opening & Banter (0:00–~5:00)

• Tech issues with mics/mic stands; complaints about loose equipment and audio.
• Shoutouts to chat (e.g., Jonathan, Stacy, Seagull Outdoors); encourage likes, subscribes, and merch at vocfb.com/shop.
• Hosts introduce themselves as the Sooner Smiths; mention they're expecting a boy (34 weeks pregnant at the time).

• Charles Bediako (Alabama center) ruled ineligible by a Tuscaloosa judge; his injunction to play was denied.
• Discussion on NCAA amateurism rules; he previously played in G League/NBA contexts.
• Hosts praise the common-sense ruling ("about damn time"); note appeals likely, but risky for Alabama to play him now.
• Ties into broader NIL/eligibility chaos; mention Amari Bailey case as potentially moot.

• Brief mention of a recent court ruling (post-last episode) on sports betting or NIL; turned on unclear definition of "gist" in legal terms.

• Game vs. Vanderbilt that night at 8:00 p.m.; OU as +2.5 underdog (hosts trust Lady Sooners to compete if turnovers low and key players—Chavez, Verholes—step up).
• Reference to OU beating Vandy earlier (possibly in another sport/academics joke).

• Men's hockey starts soon (U.S. vs. Latvia on Feb. 12 at 2:10?); Canada favored, U.S. strong challenger (+210 odds).
• Fun segment on curling: confusion over rules, but appreciation for athleticism (e.g., hip flexibility, brooms, stones); Scandinavian countries strong.
• Hosts watched "Miracle on Ice" documentary; excited for hockey.

• Strong weekend performance; great seats at meet.
• Upcoming: vs. Florida (Friday), big meet vs. #2 LSU (Feb. 20).
• Freshman Mackenzie Estep earns first perfect 10 on vault (first freshman nationally in 2026); highlight clip shown.
• Complaints about stingy vault judges (e.g., older woman who rarely scores 10s).
• Hosts attended meet; funny story about pregnant T struggling with stairs post-meet.

• Narrow win vs. Vanderbilt; blew big lead (19 points) but held on down to final shots/free throws.
• Hosts watched partial/end of game.

• Strong weekend: Beat tough Arizona State pitcher in opener; split with Arizona (loss in game 1 due to late pitching issues, blowout win in game 2 with 7 HRs—mostly freshmen, 21-3 score; comeback win in game 3 with back-to-back HRs by Wells and Gabby Garcia).
• Freshman class highlighted as dangerous.
• Upcoming: vs. North Dakota State, New Mexico State, others (Fri-Sun).

• Detailed discussion of Oklahoma Supreme Court ruling (Feb. 3, 2026): Referendum petition gist legally insufficient (misstated TIF duration/triggers—$230M financing + interest, $600M public assistance, or 25 years).
• Project moves forward: New multi-purpose arena, parking, etc., with TIF districts.
• Hosts show renderings; debate if smaller arena (~2,000 fewer seats) helps atmosphere/crowd noise despite not fixing attendance issues (product on court matters more).
• Jokes about Lloyd Noble Center's future; excitement for new facilities/amenities.

• Former Sooner Nick Bonitto (NFL Broncos): Highlight video with praise from teammates (e.g., "lightning," "menace").
• OU golf: Chris Gotterup wins Waste Management Phoenix Open; now top-5 world-ranked (first OU player since Anthony Kim ~2008).
• Curt Cignetti's practice philosophy (short practices to preserve health/confidence); hosts agree it works (national title at Indiana).
• Miscellaneous: Baby prep (nursery painting); Valentine's Day reminder; wall sit stories; workout clips (possibly recruits/players).

• Excitement for OU women's basketball game.
• Pregnancy update (34 weeks); countdown for baby/Zeno as big brother.
• Final thoughts: Support OU sports; Boomer Sooner sign-off.

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