Oklahoma moved fall practice to the OU Rugby Fields and put the pads on for the first time on Tuesday, ushering in the next phase of the preseason.

John Hoover, Ryan Chapman, Carson Field and Ryan Aber broke down all of the news and notes from the Sooners' first week of practice, where the defense projects to again be a dominant unit.

They recapped everything said by linebacker Kip Lewis on Tuesday and took a look at what depth pieces could emerge this season.

Then the crew turned their attention to the offensive side of the ball to determine just how good Ben Arbuckle's unit needs to be in 2026 to get OU back in the College Football Playoff.

They also discussed potential injuries, as well as the return of Andy Bass, who is finally healthy after battling back from a pair of major injuries.

The Sooners are finally back on the practice field!

John Hoover, Ryan Chapman, Carson Field and Ryan Aber were all present as OU's coaching staff and players spoke to the media on Tuesday ahead of the start of fall camp.

They recapped the update on receiver Trell Harris, as well as how quarterback John Mateer and OC Ben Arbuckle spent the offseason improving.

Then, the guys turned their attention to the other side of the ball, where Oklahoma returns plenty of veteran leadership.

The Sooners on SI Podcast crew — John Hoover, Ryan Chapman, Carson Field and Ryan Aber — returned to preview the most interesting position battles that will take place in fall camp for Oklahoma.

Fresh off a quiet offseason, OU's final preparations will begin next Wednesday ahead of a massive 2026 season.

With battles against Michigan, Georgia and Texas coming in the first five games for the Sooners, Brent Venables and his assistants will have to quickly settle on a two-deep after a productive spring and summer.