WHAT IS UP, SOONER NATION?!
I’m Casey Mallon, and you are officially locked into a SOONER STATE OF MIND.

We are five days away from Oklahoma playoff football, and the hype is REAL. In this must-listen episode, we set the table for a massive College Football Playoff first-round showdown as the #8 Oklahoma Sooners (10-2) host the #9 Alabama Crimson Tide (10-3) on Friday, December 19th in Norman. The Tide may be slight favorites, but don’t forget — OU already walked into Tuscaloosa in Red November and walked out with a 23–21 win, snapping Alabama’s 17-game home winning streak.

Before we dive headfirst into OU vs Bama, we take care of some big-time Sooner business:

• “Tate the Great” Sandell brings home the Lou Groza Award, capping one of the greatest kicking seasons in Oklahoma history

• A look at Sandell’s clutch kicks vs Michigan, Tennessee, and Alabama — distance and moment matter

• Brent Venables calling Sandell the MVP of the Tennessee win — and he wasn’t wrong

We also touch on the wider college football landscape:

• The increasingly tragic Michigan situation and what it means for the program, the portal, and Bryce Underwood’s future

• Fernando Mendoza wins the Heisman Trophy, becoming Indiana’s first-ever winner and leading the Hoosiers to the CFP as the No. 1 seed

• Could Oklahoma see Mendoza and Indiana in Pasadena? One step at a time…

Then it’s full focus on Oklahoma vs Alabama:

• Why Alabama’s recent play (Georgia loss, offensive struggles) matters — but why you can never sleep on the Tide

• Ty Simpson’s numbers since the OU game and why yards don’t win games — points do

• Brent Venables is 4–0 in same-season rematches as a defensive play-caller, including the legendary Clemson vs Notre Dame shutdown in 2020

• As OU head coach, BV is 2–0 vs Alabama, outscoring them 47–24 with six turnovers and two pick-sixes

We break down the injury report and what it means:

• Gentry Williams and Kendel Dolby out

• Jayden Jackson questionable

• R Mason Thomas still uncertain — and why getting him back would be a massive boost

On the offensive side, we get real:

• The national slander of OU’s offense vs the reality of winning football

• What we liked from the LSU game

• Why Mateer’s footwork is everything

• The importance of establishing any run-game consistency

• Why Kanak needs more targets and why checkdowns are free money

Plus:

• A bold idea for a “Best of the Rest” postseason tournament

• Why the expanded playoff still isn’t perfect

• And why this season still has national championship potential

This episode is about belief, data, defense, and the Sooners doing things the hard way — and doing them right.

The stakes couldn’t be higher. The moment couldn’t be bigger. The vibes couldn’t be stronger.
Sooner Nation, it’s time to lock in.

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My name is Casey Mallon — and I’m in a SOONER STATE OF MIND.

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WHAT IS UP SOONER NATION…
I AM CASEY MALLON — AND YOU ARE NOW IN A SOONER STATE OF MIND!

Buckle up, fam… because LSU came into Norman and tried to turn Saturday into pure SEC chaos — wind swirling, refs doing SEC-ref things, turnovers flying, momentum swinging like crazy — and yet again, these Sooners refused to break.

In this episode, we dive deep into OU’s gritty, gutsy showdown against LSU:
Peyton Bowen’s massive end-zone INT — Billy Bowman energy.
David Stone barking pre-snap like a field general.
Sategna making RIDICULOUS grabs.
Mateer’s roller-coaster afternoon — the good, the bad, the “WHY GOD,” and the clutch.
OU’s defense keeping the Sooners alive again and again.
And the elite trait the nation still underestimates: this team’s character under pressure.

We break down every possession, every momentum swing, every officiating meltdown (SEC refs… we need a word), and what this game really says about OU heading into the final playoff race.

Plus…
Why Texas fans continue to embarrass themselves
Why OU’s résumé already outshines most of the country
Why being battle-tested actually matters
What the playoff committee can’t afford to ignore
And how the coaching carousel — Golesh, Silverfield, Sumrall, Weis Jr., Golding & Kiffin — ties into postseason chaos

And of course…
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Because at the end of the day…
My name is Casey Mallon —
And I’m in a SOONER STATE OF MIND.

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WHAT IS UP SOONER NATION?!
I am Casey Mallon, and YOU are now in a Sooner State of Mind, the place where passion meets playoff dreams and Brent Venables’ defense hits like a midnight flyer rolling straight out of Birmingham.

OU walked into last weekend with two teams between them and the College Football Playoff. After handling business in Norman against Mizzou, that number is down to ONE. The Sooners took punches, dealt plenty back, battled SEC refs straight outta cartoon villain school, and still slammed the door shut with another dominant defensive performance. Now it’s time to look ahead as OU prepares for a season-defining showdown with LSU — and absolutely everything the Sooners want is still right in front of them.

From Mateer’s clutch legs to Sategna’s speed kills moment, from Peyton Bowen’s blocked kick to Big Wein sack celebrations, this episode has the full breakdown of OU vs. Missouri, the latest CFP Top 25 drama, and why LSU might be walking straight into a defensive buzzsaw in Norman.

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WHAT IS UP SOONER NATION — you are now in a Sooner State of Mind!

In this episode, Casey breaks down the Sooners’ massive win over the Alabama Crimson Tide, including the turning-point moments, standout performances, and what this victory means for Oklahoma’s SEC trajectory. We roll through the new Top 25, react to the latest College Football Playoff rankings, and talk through which teams are rising, which are slipping, and how OU’s postseason path is shaping up.

Then we look ahead to this weekend as Oklahoma returns home to Norman to host the Missouri Tigers in a matchup loaded with stakes, swagger, and serious implications for the SEC race. We dive into key players, matchups to watch, and what the Sooners must do to keep the momentum rolling.

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What’s up, Sooner Nation! Casey Mallon here, and you are now in a Sooner State of Mind! After a much-needed bye week, Oklahoma heads to Tuscaloosa for a massive showdown with the Alabama Crimson Tide — a clash of college football blue bloods with College Football Playoff stakes on the line. The Sooners sit at No. 11 and have history on their side, winning four of the last five against Bama, including last year’s dominant 24-3 win in Norman.

In this episode, Casey breaks down the Sooners’ path to the playoff, what Brent Venables and Ben Arbuckle need to dial up to keep the offense humming, and how OU’s defense can handle the Tide’s physicality in Bryant-Denny. Plus, we look at the newly released playoff schedule, key matchups across the SEC, and what this weekend means for the national picture.

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What is up, Sooner Nation — I’m Casey Mallon, and you are now in a SOONER STATE OF MIND!

The Oklahoma Sooners went into Knoxville and came out with a hard-fought 33-27 win over the Tennessee Volunteers, surviving a wild night filled with penalties, big defensive plays, and clutch kicks from the human highlight reel himself — Sandel in short shorts (and maybe a thong by the end). From RMT’s scoop-and-score to Peyton Bowen’s interception, the defense came through when it mattered most. And when John Mateer finally found his rhythm in the fourth quarter — OU showed that fight Sooner fans know so well.

In this episode, we break down every key moment — Mateer’s redemption drive, Kip Lewis’ monster hits, and Peyton Bowen’s interception that flipped the first half — plus what this win means heading into the heart of SEC play. We’ll also recap the biggest games around college football, from national upsets to playoff-shifting statement wins.

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There ain’t no place we’d rather be.

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What is up, Sooner Nation!
I’m Casey Mallon, and you are now in a Sooner State of Mind!

This week, the Sooners take on the Tennessee Volunteers, and we’re breaking down everything you need to know heading into this SEC showdown in Knoxville. From Oklahoma’s relentless defense (29 sacks and 89 TFLs!) to an offense still searching for its rhythm under Ben Arbuckle, we’re talking about what needs to click for the Sooners to reclaim that Sooner Magic we saw a decade ago in Knoxville.

We’ll cover:
What Vol fans don’t know about Oklahoma football
The key areas OU must clean up — penalties, turnovers, and play-calling balance
Why Michael Fasusi and Ryan Fodji might be the future anchors of this O-line
Who could shine on Saturday — from Courtland Guillory’s lockdown coverage to Xavier Robinson’s breakout potential as OU looks to keep its playoff hopes alive

Can Brent Venables’ squad put together its most complete performance of the season? Or will another round of self-inflicted wounds keep the Sooners from the statement win they need?

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Because whether it’s Saturday under the lights or midweek in the studio — I’m in a Sooner State of Mind.

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SOONER STATE OF MIND — “Red Hot in Norman: Sooners Surge Past South Carolina, Rebels Up Next”

WHAT IS UP SOONER NATION!
I’m Casey Mallon, and you are now in a SOONER STATE OF MIND!

The Oklahoma Sooners just handled business, taking down the South Carolina Gamecocks in impressive fashion — and now it’s time to turn the page to another SEC showdown. The Ole Miss Rebels roll into town this week, and we’re breaking down all the keys to victory, impact players, and what Brent Venables’ squad needs to do to stay red-hot.

Plus, we’ll preview some of the biggest and best matchups across the college football landscape this Saturday — from heavyweight showdowns to trap games you’ll want to keep an eye on.

OU football. SEC vibes. College football energy. You already know what it is.

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