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In 2013, the Oklahoma Sooners will need several things to go right to contend at least past October -- something they haven't done since 2008.

Story | Conversation | February 10, 2013

The transfer additions of wide receivers Justin Brown and Jalen Saunders were a big boost to Oklahoma's offense in a multitude of ways.

Story | Conversation | November 27, 2012

Kenny Stills, Tony Jefferson and Brennan Clay all committed to Oklahoma from the San Diego area. The Cali trio has take over Norman since, on the field and in recruiting.

After half-a-dozen appeals, the NCAA finally -- and suddenly -- granted Fresno State transfer Jalen Saunders eligibility to play this season, giving the Sooners another dynamic receiving option just in time for the Red River Rivalry.

In Red River Rivalry history, three Oklahoma quarterbacks have gone 3-0 as starters against the Longhorns. This weekend, Landry Jones can become the fourth.

Oklahoma hammered Texas Tech 41-20 to jump back into the Big 12 title conversation while also recapturing some of its long lost swagger heading into next week's showdown with Red River rival Texas.

Texas Tech QB Seth Doege torched OU last season. This year, Julian Wilson and the Sooners secondary feel they're better prepared.

A heavy dose of confidence is what the OU offense desperately needs. And it faces a challenge this Saturday versus Texas Tech, which, statistically, has the No. 1 defensive in the nation.

It might be difficult to remember now, but there was a reason why Landry Jones was a Heisman favorite last August. Coming off his 2010 season, many expected him to thrive. Instead, he has struggled since losing Ryan Broyles in late 2011.

When Ryan Broyles was hurt last season, Kenny Stills did not react well to being Oklahoma's No. 1 receiver. That hasn't been the case early in 2012.

This was not supposed to be the same Oklahoma Sooners offense that fell apart without Ryan Broyles late in 2011. Turned out, the Sooners still have a ways to go, as evidenced by the poor showing against UTEP.

Penn State transfer Justin Brown is leading by example to Oklahoma's young receivers and is easing the burden on leading returning receiver Kenny Stills.

With 29 wins and eight losses, Landry Jones trails only two quarterbacks in school history for most wins. He'll likely become No. 1 early this season. So why is he still underappreciated by fans?

Freshman receiver Trey Metoyer has been hyped up by teammates and coaches, especially after a standout spring. But he wants to make sure he proves he's more than talk by performing well on the field.

For Landry Jones, who got married this summer, the honeymoon is over. It's back to football. That shouldn't be difficult for Jones, whom teammates call the hardest worker on the roster.

HornsNation takes an early look at the teams on Texas' 2012 schedule. Rival OU returns its talented QB but faces questions at other areas.