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OU Sports Extra

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Tulsa World OU Sports Writers Eric Bailey and Mason Young offer insight and access into the teams, players and coaches for fans who follow the Sooners.


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Do Sooners have toughest SEC schedule for 2024 season?

January 04, 2024 18:50 - 23 minutes - 21.5 MB

The Oklahoma Sooners’ eight-game league slate includes seven opponents which advanced to bowls in 2023. OU will only face one school (South Carolina) which didn’t advance to postseason. Eric Bailey and Mason Young talk about what OU has to look forward to in 2024. The Tulsa World's OU Sports Extra Podcast is sponsored by Albert G's Barbecue. Related Did OU draw toughest SEC schedule in inaugural season? And did Texas get the easiest? A look at OU football players (incoming and outgoing) i...

A tough night for OU, but still so much to look forward to

December 29, 2023 14:36 - 22 minutes - 20.3 MB

Eric Bailey and Mason Young break down Oklahoma's loss to Arizona in the Alamo Bowl and also discuss the season as a whole as the Sooners' close the book on the Big 12 and prepare to enter the SEC next season. The Tulsa World's OU Sports Extra Podcast is sponsored by Albert G's Barbecue. Related Jackson Arnold's difficult debut as OU starter stings, but faith doesn't waver in quarterback's future Jackson Arnold's first start spoiled by turnovers | Mason Young's breakdown Contact us Spor...

Recapping early signing for Sooners, from a late letter to in-state commits

December 21, 2023 19:51 - 35 minutes - 32.4 MB

One early signing semi-surprise for the Sooners: RB Taylor Tatum's late letter of intent. Otherwise, a drama-free early signing opening for OU. Eric Bailey and Mason Young talks about the 2024 recruiting class and what Brent Venables had to say about the transfer portal and more. The Tulsa World's OU Sports Extra Podcast is sponsored by Albert G's Barbecue. Related Did OU sign an SEC-ready recruiting class? We break down the Sooners' 2024 signees OU 4-star safety signee Jaydan Hardy: 9 pe...

Previewing Alamo Bowl opponent Arizona with a Wildcats beat writer

December 19, 2023 12:55 - 23 minutes - 22 MB

Tulsa World OU beat writers Eric Bailey and Mason Young were joined by Justin Spears, Arizona beat writer for the Arizona Daily Star, on a Monday podcast previewing the Sooners’ and Wildcats’ Alamo Bowl matchup Dec. 28 in San Antonio. Spears answered questions from Bailey and Young about the pulse of the Arizona program and the emergence of quarterback Noah Fifita as well as other talented Wildcats. The conversation also highlighted the incredible turnaround coach Jedd Fisch has spurred, ta...

Danny Stutsman staying; Cayden Green going: Sooners' eventful offseason so far

December 14, 2023 17:47 - 39 minutes - 35.9 MB

Eric Bailey and Mason Young talk about the latest offseason news, from players turning pro (or returning) and the arrivals and departures in the transfer portal. The Tulsa World's OU Sports Extra Podcast is sponsored by Albert G's Barbecue. Related 'Our time is now': Danny Stutsman, Billy Bowman hit pause on NFL goals to lead OU into SEC Danny Stutsman's decision 'came down to his heart,' father says after Brian Bosworth video announcement 'I'm not leaving': OU linebacker Danny Stutsman ...

Should the Sooners have been left out of the New Year's Six Bowl field?

December 08, 2023 05:40 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MB

Eric Bailey and Mason Young discuss the biggest headlines coming out of Norman since the duo was last on air. No. 12 Oklahoma will face No. 14 Arizona in the 2023 Alamo Bowl, Dillon Gabriel hits the transfer portal and Danny Stutsman has declared for the NFL draft and more. The Tulsa World's OU Sports Extra Podcast is sponsored by Albert G's Barbecue. Related Brent Venables says Dillon Gabriel departure was expected What are Brent Venables earliest bowl game memories? OU linebacker Dan...

Seamless transition at offensive coordinator

November 30, 2023 19:13 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MB

What was expected to be a quiet week after missing out on the Big 12 championship game, the Oklahoma Sooners have a change at offensive coordinator. Eric Bailey and Mason Young talk about the transition from Jeff Lebby to Seth Littrell and Joe Jon Finley and more. The Tulsa World's OU Sports Extra Podcast is sponsored by Albert G's Barbecue. Related QB recruit Michael Hawkins Jr. 'locked in' with OU despite Jeff Lebby's pitch for Mississippi State Seth Littrell endorsed by former Sooners'...

A memorable farewell in Big 12 finale for Sooners

November 25, 2023 23:59 - 21 minutes - 19.9 MB

The final Big 12 Conference at Owen Field had a retro feeling. Prolific offense and questionable defense highlight OU's final Big 12 regular-season game. Many questions lie ahead for the Sooners. Eric Bailey and Mason Young breakdown what the immediate, and distant, future holds for this program. The Tulsa World's OU Sports Extra Podcast is sponsored by Albert G's Barbecue. Related Dillon Gabriel reflects on path to Norman Sooners offered familiar feeling at Owen Field in Big 12 finale a...

Dillon Gabriel or Jackson Arnold at quarterback for the Sooners?

November 23, 2023 22:32 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MB

Oklahoma's final regular season game against TCU Friday has much at stake. If OU defeats TCU and that win is followed by a Texas win AND an Oklahoma State loss, the Sooners clinch a berth to the Championship as the #2 seed (vs. Texas). Eric Bailey and Mason Young breakdown the Sooners' regular-season finale and the top storylines fans should be aware of. The Tulsa World's OU Sports Extra Podcast is sponsored by Albert G's Barbecue. Related Kobie McKinzie's belief, hard work paying for OU ...

Confidence in Jackson Arnold moving forward for OU?

November 19, 2023 02:11 - 14 minutes - 13.7 MB

The Sooners freshman quarterback helped keep their Big 12 title aspirations alive Saturday by beating BYU. With Dillon Gabriel's status unknown for Friday's game, Eric Bailey and Mason Young discuss if Arnold is ready to take over this offense. Also, the duo breakdowns some of the defense's shining moments. The Tulsa World's OU Sports Extra Podcast is sponsored by Albert G's Barbecue. Related Danny Stutsman survives food poisoning for ‘flu game’ Freshman QB gives Sooners OC Jeff Lebby con...

What's at stake for the Sooners this weekend against BYU?

November 17, 2023 05:15 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MB

Oklahoma still has a path to the Big 12 Championship game despite two conference losses. OU, Kansas State, Oklahoma State and Iowa State share 5-2 records with two weeks of regular-season football remaining. Eric Bailey and Mason Young break down this week's game against BYU and what a win will mean for their conference title odds. The Tulsa World's OU Sports Extra Podcast is sponsored by Albert G's Barbecue. Related ‘Once in a lifetime experience’ for Sexton  Gavin Sawchuk slowed things ...

Eyes on a Big 12 championship game for Sooners?

November 12, 2023 15:17 - 16 minutes - 14.8 MB

A needed bounce-back week for Sooners, coupled with losses from OSU and Kansas, has OU back in the Big 12 championship window following their win against West Virginia. Mason Young and Eric Bailey break down how impactful this win was for OU and where that puts them in regards to a Big 12 title. The Tulsa World's OU Sports Extra Podcast is sponsored by Albert G's Barbecue. Related Photos: OU defeats West Virginia 59-20 'Eight goes for eight': Dillon Gabriel's flashes of Heisman legends an...

Turnovers derailing season; will West Virginia game get team back on track?

November 08, 2023 18:53 - 34 minutes - 32 MB

From turnovers to injuries, it has been a difficult two-game stretch for the Sooners football team. Mason Young gives props to Sooners quarterback Dillon Gabriel for talking to the media at length about the offense after the Bedlam loss. Plus, a look at basketball and softball, which sign new recruits this week. The Tulsa World's OU Sports Extra Podcast is sponsored by Albert G's Barbecue. Related OU notebook: What does the number 6 have in common during last two losses? Turnovers and fals...

Where does Brent Venables and the Sooners go from here?

November 05, 2023 05:41 - 16 minutes - 15.5 MB

Missed opportunities and lack of complimentary football resulted in Oklahoma's second consecutive loss Saturday. After starting 7-0, Eric Bailey and Mason Young discuss how did Oklahoma find themselves in this position and where do they go from here with three regular season games left on their schedule? The Tulsa World's OU Sports Extra Podcast is sponsored by Albert G's Barbecue. Related What went right for the Cowboys in final Big 12 Bedlam game?  What’s Brent Venables’ message to his ...

Bedlam Special: How much has this historic rivalry meant to college football?

November 02, 2023 22:24 - 31 minutes - 28.5 MB

With the last Big 12 Bedlam this Saturday, Dean Ruhl, Juwan Lee, Mason Young and Eric Bailey teamed up for a special OU-OSU podcast to share their memories and expectations for Saturday's game. The panel also discusses what Saturday's game could mean for Big 12 Championship hopes moving forward. The Tulsa World's OU-OSU Sports Extra Podcast is sponsored by Albert G's Barbecue.  Bedlam Coverage  This receiver played for Oklahoma and Oklahoma State. Here's what he's doing now.  Comments fro...

What are Oklahoma's College Football Playoff odds now?

October 29, 2023 05:00 - 26 minutes - 23.9 MB

Oklahoma's College Football Playoff aspirations took a massive hit with a dramatic 38-33 loss to Kansas. OU racked up 11 penalties for 101 yards but was still a few moments away from moving to 8-0. Eric Bailey and Mason Young discuss where the Sooners go from here with Bedlam on the horizon. The Tulsa World's OU Sports Extra Podcast is sponsored by Albert G's Barbecue. Related Bedlam kickoff time, channel information announced by Big 12 No. 6 Sooners suffer first loss of season against Ka...

Despite lopsided series, Sooners taking Kansas Jayhawks seriously

October 25, 2023 18:15 - 28 minutes - 26 MB

The Sooners-Jayhawks football series is quite lopsided in OU's favor, especially recently. OU football has only lost to Kansas six times, but No. 7 almost came last time the game was in Lawrence two seasons ago. Expect the Sooners to take the Jayhawks seriously, even with an 18-game series winning streak (dating back to 1997). Should fans be concerned with OU's running game or missed field goal attempts? The Tulsa World's OU Sports Extra Podcast is sponsored by Albert G's Barbecue. Relat...

Sooners survive near upset against Central Florida

October 22, 2023 04:37 - 16 minutes - 15.2 MB

Oklahoma’s back was against the wall against Central Florida on Saturday but the Sooners managed to come out unscathed. Eric Bailey and Mason Young break down UCF's final play of the game, will the Sooners performance affect their poll positioning and if the run game will improve moving forward. The Tulsa World's OU Sports Extra Podcast is sponsored by Albert G's Barbecue. Related OU notebook: Dillon Gabriel takes down his former team, Nic Anderson approaches freshman touchdown record  Br...

How competitive will Central Florida be?

October 18, 2023 11:51 - 18 minutes - 17.1 MB

This is the time of year OU, historically, has taken off. Next for the Sooners is hosting Central Florida, coached by Gus Malzahn. Eric and Mason talk about Dillon Gabriel facing his former team; the need for the offensive line to play as a cohesive unit and more. The Tulsa World's OU Sports Extra Podcast is sponsored by Albert G's Barbecue. Related Lunch, punch and ‘positive energy’: Alex Golesh's fond memories of OU's Dillon Gabriel at UCF UCF coach Gus Malzahn on matching wits with OU'...

Midseason awards for top players on offense, defense and more

October 11, 2023 18:07 - 30 minutes - 27.6 MB

Standout and surprising performances by players and coaches so far? It's bye week, and also the midway point of college football season. Eric Bailey and Mason Young give out midseason awards. Who will step up after a season ending injury for WR Andrel Anthony? How long has it been since the Sooners secondary has had two lockdown corners? Looking ahead, which games could be the most challenging, or trap games for OU? The Tulsa World's OU Sports Extra Podcast is sponsored by Albert G's Barbecu...

What's next for Dillion Gabriel, who's been a catalyst for Sooners run game?

October 09, 2023 12:52 - 28 minutes - 25.8 MB

Eric Bailey and Mason Young recap one of the best Red River games in OU-Texas history, which culminated in a Dillon Gabriel-led, game winning touchdown drive. What is next for the Sooners quarterback as the team enters a bye week and second half of the season? Plus, Gentry Williams and the OU defense really stepped up when it mattered at the Cotton Bowl. The Tulsa World's OU Sports Extra Podcast is sponsored by Albert G's Barbecue. Related Red River Rivalry revenge runs OU football up to N...

Sooners need consistent run game to avoid being one-dimensional against Texas

October 04, 2023 17:33 - 33 minutes - 30.9 MB

Eric Bailey and Mason Young reflect on recent Red River rivalry games, and preview this week's OU-Texas matchup. Oklahoma cannot be one-dimensional against the Longhorns, which means more consistency in the run game. Also, could Texas transfer receiver Brenen Thompson be an X-factor in the Sooners offense this Saturday? On the defensive side, Eric and Mason talk about the challenges that will face the Sooners (and the Longhorns also also not allowed many points this season). The Tulsa World'...

A 5-0 start and a date with the Longhorns

October 01, 2023 06:36 - 16 minutes - 15.6 MB

The Sooners overcame some early defensive mishaps to defeat Iowa State 50-20 on Saturday. Eric Bailey and Mason Young recap Oklahoma's win and the reasons to feel good about OU's chances heading into next weekend’s matchup against Texas. The Tulsa World's OU Sports Extra Podcast is sponsored by Albert G's Barbecue. Subscribe to this podcast at: Apple | Google | Spotify Related Bill Haisten: The first time since 2008, a perfect OU-Texas Undefeated record has all eyes focused on OU-Texas ...

What are the expectations for this Sooners team now?

September 27, 2023 03:56 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MB

OU is off to a 4-0 start, but coaches and players acknowledged there was still a lot of "meat on the bone" left at Cincinatti. Eric Bailey and Mason Young discuss expectations and the what exactly is this team's potential as they get deeper into Big 12 play. The Tulsa World's OU Sports Extra Podcast is sponsored by Albert G's Barbecue. Subscribe to this podcast at: Apple | Google | Spotify Related OU notebook: Sooners waiting for top running back to emerge OU's Brent Venables discusses N...

Should the Sooners' defense be considered dominant?

September 24, 2023 04:37 - 15 minutes - 14.2 MB

OU has only given up three touchdowns and 34 total points en route to a 4-0 start. Eric Bailey and Mason Young discuss if fans should feel comfortable calling this defense dominant. The pair also talk about the Sooners run game and Jeff Lebby's approach to finding the hot hand at running back. The Tulsa World's OU Sports Extra Podcast is sponsored by Albert G's Barbecue. Subscribe to this podcast at: Apple | Google | Spotify Related Sooners' defense continue to impress as they begin Big 1...

True road test for Sooners at Cincinnati

September 20, 2023 17:35 - 27 minutes - 24.8 MB

Eric Bailey and Mason Young talk about the Sooners' first true road test of the season, Saturday at Cincinnati. Dillon Gabriel and Danny Stutsman have been playing at high levels so far this season. Can their success continue in Big 12 play? The Bearcats average 239 rushing yards per game and will test the OU defense. The Tulsa World's OU Sports Extra Podcast is sponsored by Albert G's Barbecue. Related Taking kicks to the house and blocking punts: How much have OU's special teams impacted...

How good can this Sooners' offense become?

September 17, 2023 05:55 - 14 minutes - 13.8 MB

Eric Bailey and Mason Young talk about another dominant performance from the Sooners' offense, settling the run game and OU's pick party at Tulsa. The Tulsa World's OU Sports Extra Podcast is sponsored by Albert G's Barbecue. Related No 19. Sooners' offense dazzles in against Tulsa  OU notebook: Sooners content with running back-by-committee  Check out a wild start and other moments in OU's win over TU OU defense racks up interceptions in rout of Tulsa No 19. Sooners' offense dazzles...

More creative offense against Tulsa? Will dominant defense continue?

September 13, 2023 11:43 - 18 minutes - 16.8 MB

Eric Bailey and Mason Young talk about the offensive playcalling against SMU and how that leads into OU's first road game of the season, at Tulsa. Will the Sooners' dominant defense continue against the Golden Hurricane? What is the latest on player injuries? The Tulsa World's OU Sports Extra Podcast is sponsored by Albert G's Barbecue. Related Why did Sooners run ball on a key third-and-7? Fans grumbled; Jeff Lebby explains thought process OU notebook: Brent Venables says freshman QB Jac...

Sooners too conservative in win over SMU?

September 10, 2023 05:03 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MB

Against SMU, Oklahoma was tested well beyond anything it experienced in its season-opening blowout of Arkansas State. Eric Bailey and Mason Young gives their first impressions of the Sooners Saturday night win over the Mustangs. The Tulsa World's OU Sports Extra Podcast is sponsored by Albert G's Barbecue. Related Sooners need more big plays  Photos: No. 18 Sooners defeat SMU  Brent Venables surprised by Art Briles' presence after win  OU knuckles down to pull away from SMU with win, 28...

SMU expected to test Sooners defense

September 07, 2023 17:52 - 22 minutes - 21.1 MB

The Sooners hit on all cylinders against Arkansas State. What challenges will SMU bring? Eric Bailey and Mason Young discuss last week's standout performances, and what to expect from the Ponies. The Tulsa World's OU Sports Extra Podcast is sponsored by Albert G's Barbecue. Related Kirk Herbstreit: Sooners' roster is 'couple years behind' Texas in preparation for SEC OU notebook: Can Andrel Anthony's deep catch set the tone for Sooners' offense this season? Texas tops Big 12 power poll, ...

What to expect and who to watch during Saturday's season opener

August 31, 2023 20:12 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MB

Game week is finally here. Eric and Mason talk about what fans might see on Saturday versus Arkansas State. How much will Jackson Arnold play? Eric is excited to see safety Peyton Bowen. Mason talks about his interview with Butch Jones, who was coach at Tennessee in 2015 when Baker Mayfield and the Sooners stormed back from a 17-3 fourth-quarter deficit to win 31-24 in double overtime. Plus, landing five-star recruit David Stone and a look at the rest of the depth chart. Related ‘Still ha...

No stranger to the OU beat, welcome back, Mason Young

August 25, 2023 22:57 - 19 minutes - 18.3 MB

Mason Young might be new to the Tulsa World staff, but when it comes to OU, he's been around a while. Young, a graduate of OU, talks about his time covering the Sooners in college, including the time his college paper, the OU Daily, caused an uproar when it announced OU's starting quarterback after watching practice from their journalism building. Mason and Eric Bailey also discuss this year's team. Related How Zach Schmit's missed kick at Texas Tech (was it really good?) became teaching m...

Measured optimism in Norman, plus an emotional goodbye

August 18, 2023 14:57 - 25 minutes - 23.2 MB

In their last podcast together, Eli Lederman and Eric Bailey discuss the 2023 Sooners. OU is better this year, but how that translates on the field is yet to be seen. Plus, after two years at the World, Eli says goodbye.  Related Peyton Bowen eager to be ‘thrown into the fire’ as Sooners secondary begins to take shape Hungry and locked in, Jovantae Barnes is ready for his next opportunity in the Sooners’ backfield "Have a positive mindset": Managing good days, weathering bad days can be ...

Sooners presence felt at SEC and Big 12 Media Days in back-to-back weeks

July 25, 2023 11:56 - 19 minutes - 18.2 MB

OU coaches and players were part of Big 12 Media Days earlier this month, but the Sooners were a central topic at SEC Media Days in Nashville. Eli Lederman and Eric Bailey share additional stories from attending both events, from one-on-one interviews with Paul Finebaum and SEC commissioner Greg Sankey, to running into former OU quarterback Spencer Rattler in the restroom. Plus, the men's basketball and football (and baseball) programs added some top recruits in the past week. Related Greg...

Bedlam drama after Big 12 Media Days

July 14, 2023 17:41 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MB

In a special crossover episode, Dean Ruhl, Eric Bailey and Eli Lederman talk about both Oklahoma State and Oklahoma football after Big 12 Media Days. Is the Bedlam series over? OSU coverage: Big 12 coaches share input on new clock rule: 'I think it’ll be a big factor in games' Bill Haisten: Big 12 Media revelation – Mike Gundy’s plan for 10 more OSU seasons Brennan Presley: “I think we’ll exceed some (people’s) expectations." Big 12’s Brett Yormark: ‘the most innovative commissioner in ...

Questions after SEC football schedule unveiling for 2024

June 15, 2023 17:09 - 24 minutes - 22.2 MB

Eli Lederman and Eric Bailey discuss the Sooners' SEC football schedule for 2024, unveiled on Wednesday. Who will fill out OU's non-conference schedule that season, as the Southeastern Conference wants teams to have at least one Power 5 opponent? How soon can Bedlam resume after the conference move? Related ‘Bama, Beamer, Heupel and Tigers x 3: Analyzing Oklahoma’s 2024 SEC schedule OU's first SEC slate brings national power Alabama, Tennessee to Norman in 2024; road games include LSU, Au...

Jordy Bahl makes brave decision and it was nice to see Sooner Nation support her

June 13, 2023 21:13 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MB

Eli Lederman and Eric Bailey discuss Jordy Bahl's stunning, but admirable, decision to leave Oklahoma after the Sooners' historic 2023 season. What does this mean for Patty Gasso's club going forward?  Related Analysis: Jordy Bahl chose happiness — and everyone should applaud the former OU star Jordy Bahl, star pitcher who led OU to historic three-peat, enters transfer portal Pressure, expectation made the Sooners’ 2023 title run Patty Gasso’s 'roughest' and likely her proudest Why do O...

A fun week starts tonight with OU softball chasing history

June 07, 2023 18:01 - 17 minutes - 16.1 MB

Game 1 of the WCWS championship series is tonight with OU looking to win its third straight title, a feat only one other team has accomplished. Eli Lederman and Eric Bailey break down the OU-Florida State series, plus they discuss Eric's story on asking OU players to explain their jersey numbers. Related Why do OU's softball players wear their number? Their answers will make you laugh and think WCWS notebook: Stanford took two big swings at OU. How do you beat Sooners? ‘Keep on swinging’...

WCWS: An interview with Grace Lyons, plus breaking down the field

June 01, 2023 15:18 - 15 minutes - 14.7 MB

The top-seeded Sooners are favored to win their third straight title, but teams like Tennessee, Florida State and Oklahoma State could challenge OU. Related Who is Patty Gasso? The story behind the best coach of the best team in college softball ‘Special thing to watch’: Arizona's Mike Candrea tips cap as Sooners break NCAA win streak record Assessing the eight teams headed to the Women’s College World Series OU punches ticket to WCWS in comeback win; Sooners break NCAA win streak recor...

Softball Super Regional and Big 12 Baseball Tournament postseason predictions

May 25, 2023 17:55 - 28 minutes - 26.2 MB

In a special crossover episode, Dean Ruhl and Eli Lederman talk about both Oklahoma State and Oklahoma softball and baseball postseasons. How far can the Sooners, Cowboys and Cowgirls go? Baseball: Sooners walk past Cowboys in Big 12 Tournament opener Two OSU players earn major All-Big 12 baseball awards, Cowboys tie school record for second-team honorees Cowboys take Bedlam rubber game to seal share of Big 12 regular season title in 11-1 win at OU Nolan McLean's return to the mound add...

Sooner softball's most unbeatable team yet?

May 18, 2023 18:47 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MB

Is this Patty Gasso's most unbeatable team yet? Eric Bailey and Eli Lederman preview OU softball's Norman Regional with Hofstra, Cal and Missouri; Bedlam baseball; and what appears to be the position of most-need in the transfer portal for football this offseason. Subscribe to this podcast at: Apple | Google | Spotify Related OU's Jordy Bahl can't be considered a 'pitcher only' according to Patty Gasso; she's an elite athlete OU's blueprint for postseason success: Rest, focused practices...

Pursuing the definitive Patty Gasso story

May 08, 2023 14:17 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MB

“Why would you waste your time writing about me?” OU softball coach Patty Gasso joked. Eric Bailey talks with Eli Lederman about talking to Coach Gasso, her family, former and current players in writing the definitive story about arguably the best coach in Oklahoma Sooners history, regardless of sport. Subscribe to this podcast at: Apple | Google | Spotify Related Who is Patty Gasso? The story behind the best coach of the best team in college softball How I Got Here: OU coach Patty Gasso...

Sooners pro pipeline continues with NFL Draft first rounder; Texas WR Brenen Thompson adds position depth

April 28, 2023 16:25 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MB

The 2023 NFL Draft began Thursday, and the Sooners once again had a first-rounder (Anton Harrison to the Jacksonville Jaguars) Eli Lederman and Patrick Prince talk about OU's history as a pro pipeline. Plus, the Sooners added former Texas Longhorn WR Brenen Thompson from the transfer portal. Is this a new era of college sports where players will join rival programs? How does the OU receiver position look after spring football season, and transfer additions? Subscribe to this podcast at: App...

Temper expectations with annual spring football game

April 21, 2023 16:04 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MB

Why does the offense get two points for punting the football? Eric and Eli talk about the Red-White annual spring football game scoring system, plus what fans can expect at the weekend event. Fans have been excited in the past seeing quarterbacks Baker Mayfield and Kyler Murray for the first time in spring games, but should probably dial back expectations for true freshman Jackson Arnold. However, the fans will also have an impact based on whether or not they show up for a team that was 6-7 ...

Gavin Sawchuk, Andrel Anthony and other intriguing players ahead of spring game

April 14, 2023 17:21 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MB

Eric and Eli gives updates on what they're seeing on OU spring football practice so far from the offensive and defensive lines (and their position coaches Bill Bedenbaugh and Todd Bates). Who are the most intriguing players on offense not named Jackson Arnold? How about two defensive newcomers to watch in P.J. Abawore and Dasan McCullough? Also, updates on the men's and women's basketball teams on the transfer portal front; and the latest on baseball, softball and gymnastics. Subscribe to t...

Defense motivated by last season's 6-7 record; pro day recap

March 31, 2023 18:12 - 26 minutes - 24.6 MB

"If they're not motivated by 6-7, then we messed up," OU defensive ends coach Miguel Chavis said. Eric and Eli talk about defensive depth --- and motivation --- as spring football practice continues. Plus, a recap of Thursday's Pro Day and which players have NFL potential. Also, the latest on quarterback Jackson Arnold, softball, baseball and gymnastics. Subscribe to this podcast at: Apple | Google | Spotify Related After combine snub, former Sooners LB DaShaun White takes advantage of OU...

QBs Jackson Arnold and Dillon Gabriel; new WRs coach Emmett Jones

March 24, 2023 18:16 - 35 minutes - 32.8 MB

Spring football season is here. Eric and Eli talk about returning starting quarterback Dillon Gabriel; incoming 5-star QR Jackson Arnold; new wide receivers coach Emmett Jones (with a fun sidenote on Drake Stoops) and more. Also, closing out men's and women's basketball season and the latest on softball and baseball. Subscribe to this podcast at: Apple | Google | Spotify Related 'I’m just ready to go': In junior LB Danny Stutsman, OU expects a defensive leader in 2023 Observations from O...

Forecasting future of basketball programs as March Madness begins; softball, baseball and spring football updates

March 16, 2023 20:46 - 24 minutes - 22.8 MB

Eric and Eli talk about Porter Moser and Jenni Baranczyk two years into being head coaches at OU men's and women's basketball. The men missed the postseason, but the future looks promising with its expected roster for 2023-24. The women are once again in the NCAA Tournament, but the roster will be different next season with the loss of several senior leaders. Plus, update on the softball and baseball teams and spring football season. Subscribe to this podcast at: Apple | Google | Spotify R...

Absurd figure of athletic spending; basketball updates

March 09, 2023 18:02 - 34 minutes - 32 MB

In anticipation of the move to the SEC, the OU regents approved $175 million football operations facility; part of $390 million in athletics facilities upgrades. What does this mean for the Sooners going forward? Also, its March Madness season. OU men's basketball hasn't lost to OSU three times in the same season since the 1960s. It was also the Sooners' first losing season in several years Eric and Eli talk about the future of the program under Porter Moser. On the women's side, there are ...

Doc Sadler's van; Bedlam win and Big 12 title for women

March 02, 2023 19:47 - 32 minutes - 29.3 MB

Eric and Eli talk more about basketball analyst Doc Sadler, who lives in a van outside OU’s Lloyd Noble Center, including what happened when tornadoes passed through the area last weekend, and his impact Sooners basketball during a difficult season. Also, the women's basketball team will win a share of the Big 12 title with a Bedlam win this weekend, but could also win the title outright with a Bedlam win, and Texas loss. Plus, updates on the NFL combine; the No. 1 vs No. 2 matchup in women'...

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