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Daniel Franklin signed with Oklahoma as an elite recruit out of high school. He had visions of becoming an All-American. Instead, he finished his career with one tackle. So why does coach Bob Stoops want a team full of players like Franklin?

We're moving on with a new series today looking at the players across the Big 12 who have to replace program legends. We might as well call this the Nick Florence Memorial team, but let's talk Oklahoma Sooners. Big shoes to fill: Oklahoma's receiv...

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.

Todd McShay's latest Nickel Package looks at the increasing importance of slot receivers in the NFL and five 2013 prospects who could thrive in that role.

Blog | Conversation | November 07, 2012

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.

Kevin Weidl looks at the players along Notre Dame's defensive line and how they have helped ILB Manti Te'o. He also breaks down a big test for Oklahoma QB Landry Jones.

Blog | Conversation | October 12, 2012

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.

The BMOC weighs in on Landry Jones' fall from superstardom, the Heisman race, Alabama's roll and more.

Oklahoma QB Landry Jones needs to step up against Kansas State to being solidifying his draft stock.

Blog | Conversation | September 21, 2012

Travis Haney writes about how likely Oregon, FSU and Oklahoma -- three teams who benefit greatly from USC's loss last week, and face their first true tests this week -- are to suffer a similarly damaging loss.

Blog | Conversation | September 19, 2012