CLIFF BRUNT
Nebraska quarterback Adrian Martinez (2) is brought down by Oklahoma linebackers Nik Bonitto (11) and Brian Asamoah (24) in the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 18, 2021, in Norman, Okla. (AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki)
Rattler, No. 3 Oklahoma hold off Nebraska 23-16

By Cliff Brunt 9 hrs ago
NORMAN, Okla. (AP) — Oklahoma and Nebraska played as if they were trying to

Nebraska quarterback Adrian Martinez (2) rushes the ball down to the Buffalo 2-yard line to help set up Nebraska's first touchdown in the second quarter of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 11, 2021, in Lincoln, Neb. (Francis Gardler/Lincoln Journal Star via AP)
Old rivals Oklahoma, Nebraska meet for 1st time since 2010

By Cliff Brunt Sep. 16, 2021 12:33 PM EDT
NORMAN, Okla. (AP) — The mere mention of Oklahoma and Nebraska in the same

FILE - In this Nov. 25, 1971, file photo, Nebraska's Rich Glover (79) brings down Oklahoma quarterback Jack Mildren (11) as Nebraska defenders Bob Terrio (45) and Dave Mason (25) close in during a college football game in Norman, Okla., on Thanksgiving Day. The game on Thanksgiving 50 years ago is back in the spotlight as Nebraska and Oklahoma renew their rivalry on Saturday, Sept. 18, 2021. (Lincoln Journal Star via AP, File)
Nebraska-Oklahoma provided stage for Black stars in '70s

By Cliff Brunt Sep. 15, 2021 11:43 AM EDT
NORMAN, Okla. (AP) — Half a century ago, the Nebraska-Oklahoma rivalry games

FILE - In this Thanksgiving Day 1971 file photo, Nebraska's Johnny Rodgers (20) returns a punt for a touchdown as teammate Joe Blahak (27) delivers a block in the first quarter of an NCAA college football game against Oklahoma, in Norman, Okla. The game, which Nebraska won 35-31, is widely remembered as "The Game of the Century." Fifty years later, Rodgers still gets asked about the play. (Bob Gorham/Lincoln Journal Star via AP, File)
Rodgers' return vs. Oklahoma still resonates 50 years later

By Cliff Brunt Sep. 12, 2021 11:52 AM EDT
Fifty years later, fans of all ages still ask Johnny Rodgers about that

Oklahoma quarterback Spencer Rattler passes the ball against Western Carolina during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 11, 2021, in Norman, Okla. (AP Photo/Alonzo Adams)
No. 4 Oklahoma rolls past Western Carolina 76-0

By Cliff Brunt Sep. 11, 2021 10:37 PM EDT
NORMAN, Okla. (AP) — Oklahoma quarterback Spencer Rattler and his teammates

Oklahoma quarterback Spencer Rattler (7) scrambles to find an opening on a play against Tulane during a NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 4, 2021, in Norman, Okla. (AP Photo/Alonzo Adams)
No. 4 Oklahoma to focus on process vs. Western Carolina

By Cliff Brunt Sep. 09, 2021 12:07 PM EDT
NORMAN, Okla. (AP) — Oklahoma players became increasingly worried about the

Tulane quarterback Michael Pratt (7) escapes a tackle from Oklahoma linebacker Nik Bonitto (11) during an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 4, 2021, in Norman, Okla. (AP Photo/Alonzo Adams)
No. 2 Oklahoma's defense struggles against Tulane

By Cliff Brunt Sep. 05, 2021 10:12 AM EDT
NORMAN, Okla. (AP) — Oklahoma hoped days like this were in the past.

Tulane linebacker Nick Anderson (1) celebrates after his team recovered an onside kick late in the fourth quarter of an NCAA college football game against Oklahoma in Norman, Okla. on Saturday, Sept. 4, 2021. (Ian Maule/Tulsa World via AP)
No. 2 Oklahoma holds off Tulane 40-35 to avoid big upset

By Cliff Brunt Sep. 04, 2021 04:04 PM EDT
NORMAN, Okla. (AP) — Oklahoma nearly took its hospitality too far.

FILE - In this Dec. 30, 2020, file photo, Oklahoma coach Lincoln Riley, left, celebrates with quarterback Spencer Rattler after Rattler ran for a touchdown against Florida during the Cotton Bowl NCAA college football game in Arlington, Texas. Riley understands why there’s so much buzz surrounding his second-ranked Sooners. He just doesn’t care. Oklahoma’s high-powered offense returns Rattler and plenty of other talent from a 9-2 squad. That’s why the Sooners have the program’s highest preseason ranking since 2011. Now, it’s time to play. Oklahoma hosts Tulane on Saturday in a season-opening contest that was moved from New Orleans because of Hurricane Ida. (AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth, File)
No. 2 Oklahoma hosts Tulane in game moved for Hurricane Ida

By Cliff Brunt Sep. 02, 2021 01:17 PM EDT
NORMAN, Okla. (AP) — Oklahoma coach Lincoln Riley understands why there is so

FILE - Oklahoma State running back Dominic Richardson (20) scores a touchdown past Baylor safety Christian Morgan (4) in the first half of an NCAA college football game in Waco, Texas, in this Saturday, Dec. 12, 2020, file photo. LD Brown, Dezmon Jackson, Dominic Richardson and Jaylen Warren will share the load for the Cowboys this season. None has been designated as the clear starter heading into next Saturday's opener against Missouri State, something coach Mike Gundy considers a good thing. (Jerry Larson/Waco Tribune-Herald via AP, File)
Oklahoma State backfield loaded with talent, depth

By Cliff Brunt Aug. 27, 2021 12:23 PM EDT
STILLWATER, Okla. (AP) — Mike Gundy is heading into his 17th year as Oklahoma

FILE - Oklahoma running back Kennedy Brooks (26) carries during an NCAA college football game against Oklahoma State in Stillwater, Okla., in this Saturday, Nov. 30, 2019, file photo. Most of the top college football players who opted out of the 2020 season due to the pandemic decided to leave school and launch their pro careers. But plenty of other players who opted out of last season chose to continue their college careers either at their original school or opted to transfer. The list of notable players back this season after opting out last year features two-time, 1,000-yard rusher Kennedy Brooks of Oklahoma.(AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki, File)
No. 2 Oklahoma focused on short-term ahead of move to SEC

By Cliff Brunt Aug. 20, 2021 12:24 PM EDT
NORMAN, Okla. (AP) — While Oklahoma's plans to eventually join the

FILE - In this Thursday, Aug. 12, 2021, file photo, Oklahoma State quarterback Spencer Sanders throws during an NCAA college football practice in Stillwater, Okla. (AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki, File)
Emerging defense leads the way for Oklahoma State

By Cliff Brunt Aug. 20, 2021 12:15 PM EDT
Oklahoma State has built its reputation under coach Mike Gundy with explosive

FILE - Oklahoma running back Kennedy Brooks (26) tries to get past Oklahoma State safety Malcolm Rodriguez (20) in the second half of an NCAA college football game in Stillwater, Okla., in this Saturday, Nov. 30, 2019, file photo. Kennedy Brooks returns after sitting out last season with COVID-19 concerns. He's vaccinated now, and ready to roll. (AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki, File)
Oklahoma RB Brooks back after sitting with COVID-19 concerns

By Cliff Brunt Aug. 12, 2021 02:53 PM EDT
Oklahoma running back Kennedy Brooks maximized his time while sitting out last

Oklahoma WR Bridges, RB McGowan no longer with team

By Cliff Brunt May. 06, 2021 03:22 PM EDT
Oklahoma coach Lincoln Riley said Thursday that receiver Trejan Bridges and

Tulsa linebacker Zaven Collins claps after completing the bench press during NFL football pro day Friday, April 2, 2021, in Tulsa, Okla. (AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki)
Tulsa LB Zaven Collins sheds underdog label as draft nears

By Cliff Brunt Apr. 02, 2021 05:47 PM EDT
Zaven Collins isn’t the underdog anymore. The former Tulsa

FILE - In this March 23, 2016, file photo, Oklahoma State athletic director Mike Holder watches during a news conference to introduce Brad Underwood as the new Oklahoma State NCAA college basketball coach in Stillwater, Okla. Holder will step down after 16 years and Chad Weiberg will replace him. The school says the moves will be effective July 1. Holder took over in 2005. (AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki, File_
Oklahoma State AD Holder to step down; Weiberg to take over

By Cliff Brunt Mar. 04, 2021 02:46 PM EST
Oklahoma State athletic director Mike Holder will step down this summer after

Coastal Carolina quarterback Grayson McCall (10) throws against Troy during an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Dec. 12, 2020, in Troy, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)
Coastal Carolina, Cincinnati headline Bowl Day snubs

By Cliff Brunt Dec. 20, 2020 05:59 PM EST
The Coastal Carolina Chanticleers did everything asked of them and then some.

Oklahoma quarterback Spencer Rattler (7) is tackled by Baylor linebacker Dillon Doyle, right, during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Dec. 5, 2020, in Norman, Okla. (AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki)
Sooners young QB Spencer Rattler latest to thrive with Riley

By Cliff Brunt Dec. 18, 2020 04:06 PM EST
Iowa State coach Matt Campbell is preparing for a more mature version of

FILE - Tulsa linebacker Zaven Collins (23) celebrates after scoring a touchdown during an NCAA football game in Tampa, Fla., in this Oct. 23, 2020, file photo. Zaven Collins is a small-town player with big-time talent. He was overlooked after a stellar high school career in Hominy, Okla., a town with about 3,500 people. He’s got the nation’s attention now -- the 6-foot-4, 260-pound linebacker is a finalist for the Butkus and Nagurski Awards. (AP Photo/Mark LoMoglio, File)
Tulsa LB Collins a small-town player with big-time talent

By Cliff Brunt Dec. 17, 2020 06:40 PM EST
Tulsa linebacker Zaven Collins refuses to let being one of the breakout stars

Injured Oklahoma State running back Chuba Hubbard gestures from the sidelines during an NCAA college football game against Texas Tech in Stillwater, Okla., Saturday, Nov. 28, 2020. (AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki)
Oklahoma State running back Chuba Hubbard opts out

By Cliff Brunt Dec. 12, 2020 03:16 PM EST
Oklahoma State running back Chuba Hubbard has opted out of the rest of the