Sunday, September 30, 2007
Oklahoma Sooner Football Articles and NotesOklahoma falls to 10th in AP and Coaches Polls: Oklahoma (4-1) landed at No. 10 in both the AP and coaches polls released Sunday. Including the 2007 preseason editions, Sunday's polls marked the sixth-straight week the Sooners have been ranked in the top 10. From the Big 12 Conference, Oklahoma (No. 10) was joined by Missouri (17), Texas (19), Kansas State (24) and Nebraska (25) in the AP. In the Coaches' Poll, OU (No. 10), Texas (16), Missouri (17) and Nebraska (23) were ranked. (Full Rankings available at SoonerSports.com)
AP Top 10 (First Place Votes), Pts.1 LSU (33) 1,593 2 USC (32) 1,591 3 California 1,475 4 Ohio State 1,420 5 Wisconsin 1,271 6 South Florida 1,203 7 Boston College 1,172 8 Kentucky 1,143 9 Florida 1,031 10 Oklahoma 99217 Missouri 561
19 Texas 449 24 Kansas State 214 25 Nebraska 198
USA Today Poll (First Place Votes), Pts.1 USC (45) 1,483 2 LSU (14) 1,454 3 California 1,363 4 Ohio State (1) 1,313 5 Wisconsin 1,251 6 Boston College 1,138 7 Florida 1,000 8 Kentucky 971 9 South Florida 960 10 Oklahoma 92516 Texas 57317 Missouri 532 23 Nebraska 261Labels: Oklahoma Sooners, Polls, Rankings
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Oklahoma Sooner Football Articles and NotesFormer Sooners' coach Mike Stoops hospitalized: Before kickoff, Bob Stoops acknowledged he was concerned about the health of his younger brother. Arizona coach Mike Stoops, who once served as OU’s defensive coordinator, was hospitalized Friday in Tucson for what was diagnosed as a problem with kidney stones. Stoops was scheduled to be on the sideline Saturday night when Arizona hosts Washington State. Bob Stoops said he didn’t know about his brother’s medical problem until after he read about it in a newspaper. "I called him, and he said he’s been in a lot of pain," Bob Stoops said. (Tulsa World)Stoops on OU's loss: "They outplayed us and outcoached us in the second half," Oklahoma coach Bob Stoops said. "It's disappointing. We're not a very smart football team right now." (Dallas Morning News)Reynolds expected to have X-rays today: Oklahoma linebacker Ryan Reynolds played most of the fourth quarter with numbness in his right shoulder after getting hit with a helmet Saturday. "I'll get X-rays (Sunday),” Reynolds said. "Hopefully nothing's wrong with it. It just went numb, couldn't move it.” At times, Reynolds struggled to lift his arm and trainers inspected the shoulder nearly every time he came off the field. (NewsOK.com)Sooners kicked all over Folsom Field long before deciding FG: The OklahomanInside OU's unraveling: The OklahomanInside OU's breakdowns: The OklahomanBradford throws two costly interceptions: The OklahomanStar receiver held without a catch: The OklahomanSooners have rebounded before after unexpected loss: The OklahomanSooners can't adjust to Boulder's altitude: The OklahomanBy the numbers: The OklahomanSelf Destruction: Norman TranscriptSooners didn't make the plays: Norman TranscriptCrushing defeat: Tulsa WorldOU-Texas -- The big game loses its luster: Tulsa WorldThird-down problems plague Sooners: Tulsa WorldDrop caps Sooners' bad day: Tulsa WorldTwo-Minute Drill: Tulsa WorldUT, OU losses take shine off of matchup: Dallas Morning NewsFootball Notebook: Dallas Morning NewsOU-Texas weakened: Ft. Worth Star-TelegramLast-play field goal gives Buffaloes stunning victory: Ft. Worth Star-TelegramBuffaloes shock the nation: Denver PostBuffaloes lower the boom: Boulder Daily CameraHawkins knew breakthrough victory was coming: Boulder Daily CameraCU rushing attack delivers KO: Boulder Daily CameraLabels: Bob Stoops, Colorado Buffalo, Mike Stoops, Ryan Reynolds
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Saturday, September 29, 2007
Oklahoma Sooner Football Articles and NotesColorado stuns Oklahoma in final second field goal: Oklahoma coach Bob Stoops envisioned it going down to the wire. Colorado Dan Hawkins had a hunch his team would pull off the big upset. Both coaches turned out to be correct and Hawkins' Buffaloes dealt a serious blow to the Sooners national title hopes when Kevin Eberhart kicked a career-long 45-yard field goal as time expired to send Colorado past No. 3 Oklahoma 27-24 on Saturday. "I told them all week they're going to win the game," Hawkins said. "Not because I'm 'The Swami.' I've done this for 25 years and you just know. You know when your team's ready, you know when you're poised." (AP/SoonerSports.com - Stats)
It should be noted Texas was defeated by Kansas State 41-21 Saturday.Labels: Colorado Buffalo, Oklahoma Sooners
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Oklahoma Sooner Football Articles and NotesStoops confident Sooners aren't overlooking Colorado: Oklahoma is 7-1 under coach Bob Stoops in games played before facing Texas. The Sooners' only loss during that span came in 1999 – Stoops' first season at OU – in a 34-30 defeat at Notre Dame. Stoops said he wouldn't bring up to his players the possibility of looking at Texas. "We don't have to. They know going to Colorado is tough," Stoops said. "There isn't any of that, whatsoever. Look at our track record every year, before and after that game [8-0 under Stoops]. That's not an issue." (Dallas Morning News)Stoops says think air wont' bother OU in Boulder: The Oklahoman OU faces a trap game: The Oklahoman Keys to the game: The Oklahoman What they're saying: The Oklahoman New ball game: Norman Transcript Are all of these games really necessary?: Norman TranscriptSooners will rely on aggressive play and conditioning to beat CU: Tulsa WorldExhiled Sooner QB returns to Oklahoma to face OSU: Tulsa WorldBig 12 slate could be full of intrigue in '07: Tulsa WorldWarning -- OU wants more offensively: Ft. Worth Star-TelegramOU is dialed in: Rocky Mountain NewsBuffs set for third-ranked OU: Boulder Daily CameraBuffs find out today how they stack up: Boulder Daily CameraLabels: Colorado Buffalo, Oklahoma Sooners, OU-Texas
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Friday, September 28, 2007
Oklahoma Sooner Football Articles and NotesMight the Sooners pull freshman Frank Alexander's redshirt? Would defensive ends coach Chris Wilson consider removing the redshirt from touted freshman Frank Alexander? "As of now, Frank isn't one of those guys. We'd like to save him," he said. "But it's a long year. I've always determined if a guy is redshirting once we play that last snap of the season. If you haven't played, you've redshirted. "We'll do what's required to perform well and win the game." (Tulsa World)Limited tickets available for OU-Colorado: According to Colorado officials Thursday afternoon, approximately 2,500 tickets remained for Saturday's game. Folsom Field seats 53,750. (NewsOK.com)OU keeps tabs on players' web presence: The OklahomanSooners going home: Norman TranscriptOU receiver making grab for attention: Ft. Worth Star-TelegramThere's no challenge Dizon can't tackle: Denver PostBig opportunity for Buffaloes: Rocky Mountain NewsFormer CU recruit set to face Buffaloes: Boulder Daily CameraCU-Oklahoma game info, stats, video preview: Boulder Daily CameraHypolite, Nicolas are formidable pair on CU's D-line: Boulder Daily CameraLabels: Colorado Buffalo, Oklahoma Sooners
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Thursday, September 27, 2007
Oklahoma Sooner Football Articles and Notes
Cast allows McCoy to play despite broken hand: Despite breaking a bone in his right hand, redshirt freshman defensive tackle Gerald McCoy has been practicing and playing thanks to a cast he only wears on the field. In games, McCoy can't grab with his right hand, but he can move his wrist thanks to adjustments made to the cast. He can also take the cast off before and after practice. During the day, he tapes his middle and ring finger together to support the broken fourth metacarpal bone he suffered against Miami. After missing the Utah State game, McCoy returned against Tulsa and made his first and only tackle of the season. (NewsOK.com)Family provides strength for Moore: SoonerSports.com Defense looking to halt Buffaloes: SoonerSports.com
Harris says the saying, 'It takes a village...' applies to him: The Oklahoman Sooners aren't the only team putting a lot of points on the scoreboard: The Oklahoman Patrick up to top speed: Norman TranscriptCooper's goals set a mile high: Tulsa WorldOU Notebook -- Brown, Williams updates: Tulsa WorldLoadholt traded in job as a Sooner offensive tackle: Tulsa WorldOU questions: Tulsa WorldCan any team outpoint OU?: Ft. Worth Star-TelegramSooner freshman thrives at QB: Denver PostEx-Coloradans starring for OU: Denver PostWith Sooners en route, Buffs Smart'ing: Denver PostLabels: Gerald McCoy, Injury, Oklahoma Sooners
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Wednesday, September 26, 2007
Oklahoma Sooner Football Articles and Notes
Williams may return in 2008 with medical hardship: Stoops said Williams had successful surgery Tuesday to repair his Achillies' tendon and could be back next year if the NCAA grants him another year of eligibility. Williams tore an ACL in the 2005 season opener against TCU and missed the rest of the season. (Dallas Morning News)Stoops used fake calls: Bob Stoops wore a defensive-call wristband at Tulsa and, along with Brent Venables, signaled calls to the defense -- some real, some not.Stoops said he did so "strictly because we didn't want [Tulsa coaches] to get our signals."Deciphering a defensive call has become easier for offensive coaches, and quarterbacks frequently look to their sidelines near the end of the play clock to verify calls or switch plays after offensive staffs have checked out the defensive sets. (Star-Telegram)Stoops on rather he'd coach his sons: Stoops, who has two sons, said he isn’t sure whether he would like to coach either of them, but admires what he sees at Colorado. "I think it would be tough, just with all the scrutiny and opinion out there," Stoops said. "But just knowing Dan a little bit and being around him, I'm sure he'll handle it as well as anyone can. I think it's great to have a chance to see your son every day, and to be in competitive situations with him would be neat." (Norman Transcript)Brown recovering after head injury: Stoops said Tuesday that sophomore running back Chris Brown is "looking better and better" after being hit in the head late in the Sooners' win Friday at Tulsa. "His checkups Sunday and Monday were really good. So we expect him to be able to play [Saturday at Colorado]," Stoops said. "I'm not saying he is yet, that's something they'll check by the end of the week. "He ran all his conditioning Monday and looked great afterward, so there aren't any lingering signs that there is something going on there." (Dallas Morning News)Sooners prepare for Big 12 opener: SoonerSports.comDefense looking to halt Buffaloes: SoonerSports.comCoop returns to Rockies on Saturday: SoonerSports.comNew kid on the block -- Jermaine Gresham: The OklahomanFormer Sooner Harris has sprained knee: The OklahomanOU Notebook Notebook: The OklahomanThe offense's quest? Perfection: Norman TranscriptWith mom in prison, grandma raised Lofton: Tulsa WorldOU Notebook -- No decision on Brown: Tulsa WorldDon't forgegt to remember hurt Sooner: Tulsa WorldHawkins -- OU beatable: Denver PostSooners rolling into Boulder: Denver PostSooners playing with chip on shoulders: Boulder Daily CameraBuffs, Sooners led by young QBs: Boulder Daily CameraLabels: Bob Stoops, Chris Brown, Colorado Buffalo, John Williams, Oklahoma Sooners
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Tuesday, September 25, 2007
Oklahoma Sooner Football Articles and Notes
Nic Harris named to Good Works Team: Oklahoma free safety Nic Harris has been named to the 2007 American Football Coaches Association Good Works Team ®. The AFCA accolade is for his contributions in the community. The two 11-man teams, a Division I-A team and a combined team from the NCAA Football Championship Subdivision, Divisions II, III, and the NAIA, honors players for their dedication and committment to community service. The AFCA has been selecting the Good Works Team since 1997. Harris, a junior, served as president and is an active member of BridgeBuilders, an African-American student-athlete network group at Oklahoma. Bridgebuilders joined forces with Norman's Food for Friends Community Action Agency and helped serve lunch to less fortunate in the community. Through four games, Harris has 17 tackles, five tackles for loss, 1.5 sacks, one interception, four pass deflections and two fumbles forced. OU running back Jacob Gutierrez was named to the Good Works team last season. (SoonerSports.com)Stoops not concerned with elevation: Stoops said he has no concerns playing in the high elevation Saturday at Colorado. "It hasn't been a factor yet," Stoops said. "And this isn't our first time up there." (Norman Transcript)Buffs next for No. 3 Sooners: SoonerSports.comIglesias grabbing attention as possession receiver: The OklahomanStoops -- Bradford getting more confident: The OklahomanSuccess at Tulsa could net Patrick more carries: The OklahomanOU Notebook: The OklahomanGundy on Gundy: Norman Transcript
Colorado coach bucks pressure on son: Tulsa WorldOU Notebook -- Gundy family values: Tulsa WorldStoops says he understands Gundy's criticism: Tulsa WorldOU's Finley has scary incident at breakfast: Dallas Morning NewsNo. 3 Sooners quickly gain Buffs' attention: Denver PostBuffs aim to cook up turnovers vs. OU: Boulder Daily CameraLabels: Colorado Buffalo, Nic Harris, Oklahoma Sooners
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Monday, September 24, 2007
Oklahoma Sooner Football Articles and NotesOklahoma-Texas to air 2:30 ABC: ABC has picked up the Oklahoma-Texas football game and will air the game live at 2:30 p.m., on Oct. 6. The AT&T Red River Rivalry will be played at the Cotton Bowl in Dallas, the location for the contest for every year since 1929. (SoonerSports.com) Labels: OU-Texas, Television
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Oklahoma Sooner Football Articles and Notes Chris Brown questionable against Colorado: Coach Bob Stoops said tailback Chris Brown's availability for Saturday's Big 12 Conference opener at Colorado would be determined through the week. Brown smacked the back of his head against the Skelly Field turf in last Friday's victory over Tulsa, after taking a hard hit from Hurricane defensive back John Destin. He stayed down for a few minutes before walking slowly to his sideline. (Tulsa World) Sooners not content with start: SoonerSports.comBreaking down Colorado: The Oklahoman Stoops helped signal defensive plays: The OklahomanWilliams out for season: Norman Transcript Now we know what stirs Poke coach: Norman TranscriptOU defense passes first test of 2007: Tulsa WorldOU's mixed signals: Tulsa WorldAround the Big 12: Dallas Morning NewsBig 12 opener has points, emotion: Dallas Morning NewsRespectable won't be good enough vs. OU: Boulder Daily Camera Buffs vow to not be intimidated by OU: Boulder Daily Camera First Look -- Oklahoma: Boulder Daily CameraEye on the Sooners: Denver PostBuffaloes win big in tune up game: Rocky Mountain NewsLabels: Chris Brown, Injury, Oklahoma Sooners
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Sunday, September 23, 2007
Oklahoma Sooner Football Articles and NotesSooners #3 in AP Poll; 4th in Coaches Poll: Oklahoma moved past Florida for the No. 3 slot in the latest AP poll released Sunday. The Sooners (4-0) rolled past Tulsa, 62-21, at Skelly Field for their first road win of the season. Texas (7), Missouri (20) and Nebraska (25) joined Oklahoma from the Big 12 Conference in the polls. OU was ranked No. 4 in the latest coaches' poll with four first-place votes. This marked the 364th week Oklahoma was ranked in the top five of the AP poll, more than any other team. (Full Rankings available at SoonerSports.com)AP Top 10 (First Place Votes), Pts.
1. USC (43) 1,601 2. LSU (22) 1,580 3. Oklahoma 1,456 4. Florida 1,417 5. West Virginia 1,388 6. California 1,263 7. Texas 1,196 8. Ohio State 1,193 9. Wisconsin 1,030 10. Rutgers 1,008 20. Missouri 401 25. Nebraska 134USA Today Poll (First Place Votes), Pts.1. USC (44) 1,481 2. LSU (8) 1,438 3. Florida (4) 1,437 4. Oklahoma (4) 1,336 5. West Virginia 1,260 6. California 1,137 7. Texas 1,103 8. Ohio State 1,092 9. Wisconsin 1,026 10. Rutgers 901 20. Missouri 369 22. Nebraska 209Labels: Oklahoma Sooners, Polls, Rankings
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Oklahoma Sooner Football Articles and NotesJohn Williams to miss remainder of season with torn Achilles tendon: Oklahoma senior defensive end John Williams of Houston will miss the rest of the season with a torn left Achilles tendon. Williams suffered the injury on the fifth play of Tulsa's opening drive of the third quarter Friday night in the Sooners' 62-21 road win. Williams was using crutches on the sideline and wearing a protective boot on his lower left leg in the fourth quarter of the game. It's a tough loss for OU, which is already thin at defensive end. (Dallas Morning News)Sooners scoring at blistering pace, but Stoops focused only on improvement: The OklahomanPeterson's most popular in purple: The OklahomanOU defense passes first test of 2007: Tulsa WorldOU's Williams out for season: Tulsa WorldOU Notebook -- Malcolm moves up: Tulsa WorldRacking up the points: Norman TranscriptLabels: Injury, John Williams, Oklahoma Sooners
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Saturday, September 22, 2007
Oklahoma Sooner Football Articles and NotesOU defeat Tulsa easily 62-21: With so much talent, No. 4 Oklahoma can take turns scoring touchdowns. Allen Patrick ran for 145 yards and two TDs, Sam Bradford threw two long touchdown passes to Juaquin Iglesias and the Sooners outraced Tulsa 62-21 Friday night. DeMarco Murray made it into the end zone three times for the highest-scoring team in the nation twice on runs and once on a kickoff return. "We've just got a lot of playmakers on the offensive side of the ball a lot of them. A lot of people who whenever they touch the ball, you never know what they're going to do," Murray said. "Anyone can get six points whenever they touch it." (AP/ABC News)Williams suffers injury: Defensive end John Williams suffered an ankle injury early in the second half while chasing after Tulsa quarterback Paul Smith. Williams, who entered the game with four tackles for losses and one sack, had his left ankle re-taped twice on the sideline. But did not re-enter the game. He remained on the sidelines throughout the remainder of the game, but wore an ice pack and was on crutches until the end of the game. (Norman Transcript)Bradford sharp again as Sooners roll: Norman TranscriptTulsa's flashy offense puts up fight; OU finally scores knockout: The OklahomanSooners had hard time adjusting to Tulsa's wacky offense: The OklahomanBradford shows he's not perfect: The OklahomanGraham: Mistakes cost TU: Tulsa WorldOU plays pinball against Hurricane: Tulsa WorldSooners spread thin, but power way to win: Fort Worth Star-TelegramLabels: Injury, John Williams, Oklahoma Sooners, Tulsa Football
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Friday, September 21, 2007
Oklahoma Sooner Football Articles and Notes
Stat: Sooners Vs. State Schools: The Sooners hold an all-time mark of 119-24-10 against the other colleges and universities located in the state of Oklahoma. OU is 14-7-1 vs. Tulsa, 78-16-7 vs. Oklahoma State, 2-0 vs. Southwestern Oklahoma, 17-1-1 vs. Central Oklahoma, 1-0 vs. East Central, 4-0 vs. Northwestern Oklahoma, 1-0 vs. Oklahoma Christian and 2-0 vs. Phillips. Oklahoma is 55-12-8 against the state in games played away from Norman (includes road and neutral field games). (More at SoonerSports.com)When the Sooners visit Tulsa, everybody wins: The Oklahoman Linebacer Lofton is OU's most indispensable player: The Oklahoman Keys to the game: The Oklahoman What they're saying: The Oklahoman Wh's hot, who's not -- Tonight's passers, Sooners' schedule strength: The Oklahoman Covering the spread: Norman Transcript It's Tulsa's game, but you can blame OU: Norman TranscriptDavid, Goliath to clash: Tulsa WorldOU has learned since '05: Tulsa WorldGame No. 999 a big one for TU: Tulsa WorldTU will draw from experience in past wins and bowl games: Tulsa WorldOU Notebook -- Wolfe recovering: Tulsa WorldYou got us, Bob -- our picks were botched: Tulsa WorldOU-Tulsa Preview: Dallas Morning NewsSooners are heavy favorites: Los Angles TimesOklahoma's Lofton tackles tradition: Ft. Worth Star-TelegramNo. 4 Oklahoma at Tulsa: Ft. Worth Star-Telegram
Friday nights should be for high schools: Enid News and EagleLabels: Oklahoma Sooners, Tulsa Football
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Thursday, September 20, 2007
Oklahoma Sooner Football Articles and Notes
Stoops wouldn't put it past anyone to tape signals: Since New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick was fined $500,000 by the NFL for taping opposing coaches defensive signals, one of the biggest questions in college football has been are coaches spying on them. Stoops said OU has never caught anyone committing the crime Belichick was accused of. But he wouldn't be surprised if it's going on. "I haven't heard any, but I wouldn't put it past some guys," he said. (Norman Transcript)
Stoops: On playing on Friday Night: OU agreed to play on Friday so that Tulsa could be on national television (ESPN2), but not before OU athletic director Joe Castiglione checked with the Oklahoma Secondary School Activities Association to see if high school administrators would object. They didn't. "If they had a strong feeling that this would really devastate (them), we wouldn't have done it,” Stoops said. "We're not going to make this a habit." (NewsOK.com)
Lewis Baker leads by example: SoonerSports.com
Tulsa's time: The Oklahoman
Whether OU was interested or not, Chamberlain found a home at TU: The Oklahoman
Malzahn's no-huddle offensive attack has Tulsa running around like its hair is on fire: The Oklahoman
Bittersweet reunion for coach pair: Tulsa World
Kelly leaving his mark: Tulsa World
OU Notebook -- No spies allowed: Tulsa World
Know the Foe: Tulsa World
Stoops impressed with Tulsa QB Smith: Dallas Morning NewsLabels: Bob Stoops, Oklahoma Sooners, Tulsa Football
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Wednesday, September 19, 2007
Oklahoma Sooner Football Articles and NotesWolfe suffers strained quadriceps: OU co-defensive coordinator and secondary coach Bobby Jack Wright said Wednesday that senior strong safety D.J. Wolfe should not be limited Friday by a mild quadriceps strain that has bothered him this week. But just in case, Wright has gotten extra work for a few other players at the strong safety position this week, namely senior Darien Williams and freshman Dominique Franks. "If an emergency came up, we've got guys that are ready to go,” Wright said. (NewsOK.com)Lofton plays sick against Utah State: Curtis Lofton's effort against Utah State last week -- a career-high 12 tackles and his first career interception, which he returned 45 yards for TD -- was strong enough on its own merit. Then came defensive coordinator Brent Venables' disclosure Monday. "He was sick before the game, threw up all over the linebacker drills," Venables said. "There were noodles on the 26-yard line." Still sick, Lofton took several intravenous fluids Monday. (Tulsa World)Heat was on in camp, now so is OU offense: The OklahomanNow no one's laughing at father of Tulsa quarterback: The OklahomanLofton coming along strong: Norman TranscriptTU's Smith, Stoops traveled road not taken: Tulsa WorldTulsa regroups, adjusts for OU: Tulsa WorldGrading the 'D': Tulsa WorldStoops calls TU's QB a competitor: MuskogeePhoenixLabels: Curtis Lofton, DJ Wolfe, Injury, Oklahoma Sooners, Utah State
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Tuesday, September 18, 2007
Oklahoma Sooner Football Articles and Notes
OU-Colorado game time announced: Fox Sports Net will broadcast OU's game at Colorado on Sept. 29. The game will kick off at 12:30 p.m. (NewsOK.com)Single game OU-TU soldout; Ticket packages available: Single-game tickets have been sold out for the OU-TU football game. A limited number of mini-paks remain available. Mini-pak plans are a three-game package that includes tickets to the Oklahoma, UAB and Houston games. Prices are $102 and $90. Call 631-4688 to purchase a mini-pak. (Tulsa World)Ryan Broyles receives deferred sentence and $100 fine: Update: Ryan Broyles arrested... Although they tried, Norman police investigators said Monday they never learned how a suspended University of Oklahoma football player got a key and an override code to a gas pump at a city convenience store. Ryan Broyles, 19, pleaded no contest in Cleveland County District Court Friday to a misdemeanor count of attempted petty larceny, effectively ending their investigation, Capt. Leonard Judy said. In an unscheduled court appearance, Broyles entered the plea before Special District Judge Reg Gaston. Gaston placed Broyles on a six-month deferred sentence and fined him $100. "Without anything further to go on, we essentially came to a dead end,” Judy said, implying that Broyles never told investigators how a key and code came into his possession. (NewsOK.com)QB matchup highlights OU-TU QBs: The Davey O'Brien National Quarterback Award will highlight the game at Tulsa -- Sam Bradford versus Paul Smith -- as its marquee matchup for this week. Smith is on the O'Brien preseason watch list, and Bradford is among the nation's leaders in several statistical categories. The O'Brien Award this season has opened its voting to fans. Fans can vote once daily at cf,fgc www.DaveyOBrien.com. b = [100.0] The top three vote-getters will be added to the semifinalist list, and fan votes will then count 5 percent toward determining the finalists and winner. (Tulsa World)The difference between Stoops and Gundy: Norman TranscriptRotating Sooners stay fresh: Norman TranscriptPreserving history with a little English: The OklahomanGraham's message -- Tulsa won't be intimidated: The OklahomanUT's 3-0 record not very convincing: The OklahomanSooners impressed by freshman's maturity: Tulsa WorldGames on Friday will remain rare: Tulsa WorldWin or lose, Friday is big for Tulsa: Tulsa WorldVeteran QB, receivers key to TU's success: Tulsa WorldOU's line keeps offense's heads spinning: Dallas Morning NewsOU defense eyes toughest test yet: Ft. Worth Star-TelegramOU's Bradford has been season's biggest surprise: ESPN.comLabels: Colorado Buffalo, Oklahoma Sooners, Ryan Broyles, Tickets, Tulsa Football
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Monday, September 17, 2007
Oklahoma Sooner Football Articles and Notes
Oklahoma HS ADs and Coaches not in favor of Friday night college games: Lawton athletic director Steve Cothren said his district draws 70 percent of its annual revenue through football ticket sales. "The decision these three Oklahoma universities made to play on Friday was based on the revenue they will gain from the TV broadcast with a total disregard for the revenue Oklahoma high school athletic departments will lose," Cothren said. "I am not saying that because of these two football games we will not be able to fund athletics in Lawton. I am saying that the actions of these three universities are disappointing and show us that we are not important to them." (NewsOK.com)Stoops: Lofton compares to great OU LBs in awhile: Bob Stoops speaking to the media on Curtis Lofton told them.. "He's playing as well as anyone we've had,” he ( Stoops) said. "Really, Ryan is, too." (NewsOK.com)
Patrick hopes to dominate Tulsa: “I expect us to go out and here and dominate,” running back Allen Patrick said. “That’s what we work on and that’s our goal, to go out and just dominate teams."(Tulsa World)
OU begins short week for Tulsa: SoonerSports.com
Sooner football heard in Spanish: Norman Transcript
Blowout doesn't help: Norman Transcript
Bradford's the real deal: Norman Transcript
Sooners face a test: The Oklahoman
OU missed out by not recruiting Smith: The Oklahoman
After win, OU falls in poll: The Oklahoman
Boren thinks Sooners have 50-50 chance of winning appeal: The Oklahoman
Stoops avoids Bradford all-star talk: Enid News
Around the Big 12: Dallas Morning News
Short week for No. 4 Oklahoma: Dallas Morning News
OU having success without early script: Ft. Worth Star-Telegram
Labels: Allen Patrick, Curtis Lofton, Oklahoma Sooners, Tulsa Football
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Sunday, September 16, 2007
Oklahoma Sooner Football Articles and Notes
McCoy out against Utah State: Redshirt freshman defensive tackle Gerald McCoy didn't start for the first time this season and didn't get into the game. Backup Steven Coleman, a senior from Skyline, started in McCoy's place. McCoy broke the fourth metacarpal bone in his right hand against Miami last week and has been wearing a cast ever since. McCoy said earlier this week that the cast slows him down.(Dallas Morning News)Hartley career long: Garrett Hartley banged home a 53-yard field goal Saturday, a yard longer than his previous career best against Texas in 2005. "It came off my foot really well, with a little right-to-left draw," he said. "I couldn't tell how much I had to spare. It was good enough from 53, I know that." (Tulsa World)Nichol #2 QB: True freshman Keith Nichol, who had been the Sooners' No. 3 quarterback in the previous two games, entered as the second-string signal caller Saturday. Nichol was 1-of-6 passing for 10 yards. He turned the ball over on a fumbled snap, but also threw a well-placed deep pass that Garrett Bothun could not pull in near the goal line. Joey Halzle also entered the game late, completing his only pass. (NewsOK.com)OU Two minute drill: The OklahomanGuy says he's long been aware of Murray: The Oklahoman Utah State a bargain: The Oklahoman OU by the numbers: The Oklahoman Game balls: The Oklahoman
How can anyone stop these Sooners?: The Oklahoman
Offensive line key to long TD runs: The Oklahoman
Patrick goes 69 yards...then gets outdone: The Oklahoman Another big game for the OU offense: Tulsa WorldIglesias making his time count: Tulsa WorldPass, run both haunt OU foes: Tulsa WorldScoring explosion: Tulsa WorldFrom PGA to Sooners, it's exciting times: Tulsa WorldNichol is first off the bench this time: Tulsa WorldStarting fast by design: Norman Transcript
Iglesias has turned into a big-play threat: Norman TranscriptNo defense against OU's 'D': Dallas Morning NewsOU takes it air-to-ground: Ft. Worth Star-TelegramAggies get overwhelmed: Salt Lake City TribuneSooners' dominance starts early: Salt Lake City TribuneLabels: Garrett Hartley, Gerald McCoy, Injury, Keith Nichol, Oklahoma Sooners, Utah State
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Saturday, September 15, 2007
Oklahoma Sooner Football Articles and Notes
Sooners rout Utah State 54-3: Since Sam Bradford took over as quarterback, winning sure seems simple for No. 3 Oklahoma. Bradford threw for 255 yards and three touchdowns in another efficient performance, and the Sooners notched their third blowout of the season with a 54-3 win against Utah State on Saturday. "Nothing's easy at all, but I got in that rhythm early and I did feel I got a lot of confidence that way and saw things very clearly," said Bradford, a redshirt freshman who entered the game as the nation's top-rated passer. "I felt really comfortable today." Bradford completed his first 11 passes -- including two for scores -- to reach 21 straight passes without an incompletion. He'd already had a school-record run of 22 straight completions that ended in the Sooners' 51-13 rout of Miami last week. Malcolm Kelly caught his sixth and seventh touchdown passes of the season and Allen Patrick showed his sprained ankle has fully healed with a 69-yard TD sprint as the Sooners (3-0) piled it on again. (AP/SoonerSports.com)Labels: Oklahoma Sooners, Utah State
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Oklahoma Sooner Football Articles and Notes
Sooners' WR bunch shines: While you're at it, keep an eye on OU's wide receivers this afternoon, and not just after they've caught passes. "I don't think since I've been here I've seen that group play that hard," Sooner wide receivers coach Kevin Sumlin said of last week's victory over Miami. "They went after it both run and pass. It makes you feel good as coaches because we've been harping on that." The willingness of Malcolm Kelly, Manuel Johnson and Juaquin Iglesias to block is especially crucial on the bubble screen passes Sam Bradford likes to throw, and when tailback DeMarco Murray turns a run outside, as he is prone to do. (Tulsa World)
Oklahoma Connection: Utah State coach Brent Guy graduated from Oklahoma State in 1983 and served as graduate assistant and linebackers coach at OSU. But he has downplayed the significance of returning to Oklahoma Saturday. “That’s not what the game is about,” he said. “The game will be about our guys going in there and playing against a team that’s ranked in the top three in the country." (Norman Transcript)
Box may be redshirted? Even though coach Bob Stoops said linebacker Austin Box would be one of three freshmen to play this season, Box has yet to step on the field, suggesting he will redshirt this year. "I wasn't completely sold,” defensive coordinator Brent Venables said. "He could play, but we're in a situation health-wise we don't have to do that. "In the end, I think he gets more value picking up that year down the road.” (NewsOK.com)
What's a coach to do when the game turns into a blowout?: The Oklahoman
Iglesias and Gresham lead the way with 11 receptions, but Kelly has five TDs: The Oklahoman
Keys to the game: The Oklahoman
Point/Counterpoint: The Oklahoman
OU grad assistant glad to be with Sooners: Tulsa World
OU Notebook -- Sooner spies?: Tulsa World
Pundits are impressed by Sooners: Tulsa World
Pull up those bandwagon reins: Tulsa World
5 Storylines: Tulsa World
Letdown?: Norman Transcript
Bradford's story could be one for the ages: Norman Transcript
Can Oklahoma continue hot start?: Dallas Morning News
Fast-starting OU keeps level head: Ft. Worth Star-Telegram
New-look Ags try to slow Sooners: Salt Lake City Tribune
Sooners taking Ags seriously: Salt Lake Tribune
Aggies pay high price for cash: Salt Lake Tribune
Aggie coaches, players have ties to Oklahoma: Utah Statesman
Aggies focus on playing error-free: Desert NewsLabels: Austin Box, Oklahoma Sooners, Redshirt, Utah State
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Thursday, September 13, 2007
Oklahoma Sooner Football Articles and NotesSooners' Harris honored: Oklahoma junior free safety Nic Harris has been selected to the 16th annual Good Works Team, chosen by the American Football Coaches Association to recognize football players’ involvement in their communities. There are two 11-man teams, one for Division I-A and one for all other college football divisions.Harris was president and is an active member of Bridge- Builders, an African-American Student-Athlete network group at OU. He helped BridgeBuilders foster relationships with students at Madison Elementary School and residents of Brookhaven Nursing Center, and teamed with Norman’s Food for Friends Community Action Agency to serve lunch to the less fortunate in the community. BridgeBuilders also raised money to provide Thanksgiving dinners to needy families in the Norman area. (Tulsa World)Caleb out: OU co-offensive coordinator Kevin Sumlin confirmed that second-string receiver Brandon Caleb will not play Saturday. Caleb, a sophomore, suffered what coach Bob Stoops called a slight knee sprain during practice last week. Coaches have offered no timetable for Caleb's return. (NewsOK.com)Report: Sooners add Fuller commitment: Jeff Fuller, a wide receiver from McKinney, Texas, has given a verbal commitment to Oklahoma, according to recruiting Web site Rivals.com. The 6-4, 200- pound Fuller, who attended last week’s victory over Miami, reportedly announced he would not take scheduled visits to Florida and Ohio State.(Tulsa World)Utah State quotes on Oklahoma: SoonerSports.comSooner vision -- An eighth national title?: The OklahomanLonghorns casting wary eye northward toward dominant Sooners: The OklahomanSmith returns to Sooners' sidelines: The OklahomanKelly has become Sooners' top offensive threat: Norman TranscriptZaslaw's effort rewarded: Tulsa World
OU -- Know the foe: Tulsa World
OU Questions: Tulsa WorldMaturity paying off for Sooners: Dallas Morning NewsBradford for Heisman? Not so fast, pardner: Houston ChronicleStoops works his QB alchemy once more: CBS SportslineDo top teams have championship QBs?: FoxSports.comNo way USC, LSU, Oklahoma all go undefeated: SI.comLabels: Injury, Nic Harris, Oklahoma Sooners, Recruiting
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Wednesday, September 12, 2007
Oklahoma Sooner Football Articles and Notes
Updated: OU wants secondary violation dropped: As previously posted; After consulting with a fellow Big 12 Conference school, Oklahoma wants the NCAA to strike a self-reported secondary rules violation from its record. Oklahoma reported that it had broken NCAA rules when it hung jerseys with three prospects' high school numbers in the Sooners' locker room when the recruits came to visit. The university's executive director of compliance, Jason Leonard, subsequently sent a letter to the NCAA asking to have that violation removed, according to documents obtained Friday through an open records request by The Associated Press. Leonard wrote that Oklahoma heard from compliance staff at Missouri after they'd read an AP story published June 12 detailing secondary violations that had been self-reported by Oklahoma. Leonard wrote that he was informed that Missouri – in a similar situation – had been told by a former NCAA official in 2005 that no secondary violation had occurred in that instance. (AP/Dallas Morning News) (8-11-07)
Update 2: University of Oklahoma secondary violations removed: The Oklahoma football program had a self-reported secondary NCAA violation removed from its record, according to documents obtained Tuesday by The Oklahoman. Oklahoma originally reported that it had broken NCAA rules when it hung jerseys with three prospects' high school numbers in the Sooners' locker room when the recruits came to visit. In a letter dated July 18, NCAA Associate Director for Enforcement of Secondary Violations, Renee Gomila, wrote that "based upon additional information (OU) submitted, it was confirmed by membership services that under the specific facts of this case, no violation of NCAA legislation occurred inasmuch as personalized numbers and names were not placed on the jerseys displayed during the prospects' visits.” (NewsOK.com)
McCoy suffers broken hand; unlikely to start against Utah State: Defensive tackle Gerald McCoy broke a bone in his right hand on Saturday against Miami but was able to practice Monday with a cast protecting the injury. He said the injury occurred during the Sooners goal-line stand that ultimately ended with a Hurricanes touchdown. McCoy said having a cast over four fingers does hinder his effectiveness, but doesn't actually hurt. "I'm working to get better every day so it won't slow me down," he said. (Tulsa World)
Updated: OU's Patrick suffered cramps: Oklahoma RB Allen Patrick did not play after two carries in the third quarter, but did not reinjure his right ankle, instead suffering leg cramps. (Star-Telegram)(9-9-07)
Update 1: Patrick expected to play Saturday: Coach Bob Stoops said senior running back Allen Patrick has worked at full speed this week in practice and is expected to play Saturday. (Dallas Morning News)
Limited OU-Utah State tickets available: The University of Oklahoma has received a limited number of tickets from Utah State, this week's opponent, and has those tickets on sale now. Tickets are available online, by calling the Athletics Ticket Office (800-456-4668 or 405-325-2424) or in person from the Athletics Ticket Office on the west side of Gaylord Family - Oklahoma Memorial Stadium on the plaza level of the Asp Avenue parking garage. The office's regular business hours are Monday-Friday between 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Tickets for the game are $47.00 and are available on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. (SoonerSports.com)
Hartley on his missed attempted: “It definitely rattled me a little bit,” he (Garrett Hartley) said Tuesday. “I try to be perfect with everything regardless if it’s a field goal or extra point and when it hit off the left upright I kind of was in shock at first, but I have moved on. I watched film and I know what happened and it was just a timing issue.” (Norman Transcript)
Clapp may be redshirted: Offensive coordinator Kevin Wilson said FB Matt Clapp might redshirt because of the play of Dane Zaslaw and the use of TE Brody Eldridge. (Star-Telegram)
Tuesday post-practice coverage: SoonerSports.com
Utah State quotes on Oklahoma: SoonerSports.com
Comparisons between Bradford, White already being made: The Oklahoman
Bradford's play keeps Nichol on sideline: The Oklahoman
Stoops -- Too early to gauge this year's team: The Oklahoman
OU notes: The Oklahoman
OU's rising star: Tulsa World
Are we in a cube-shaped world?: Tulsa World
Stoops -- Players don't hear the hype: Tulsa World
Sooners good, young: Norman Transcript
OU starting DT slowed by broken right hand: Dallas Morning News
Bar fight between OU, UT fans fuels rivalry: Dallas Morning NewsLabels: Allen Patrick, Garrett Hartley, Gerald McCoy, Injury, Oklahoma Sooners, Redshirt, Tickets, University of Oklahoma, Violations
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Tuesday, September 11, 2007
Oklahoma Sooner Football Articles and Notes
OSU's Gundy favors ninth conference game; Stoops favors only if...: Oklahoma State coach Mike Gundy said Monday he would prefer to do away with the Big 12's divisional format and have each team play nine conference games instead of eight. Gundy said he proposed the change at the conference's spring meetings, but "everybody laughed at me." Oklahoma coach Bob Stoops said he would support adding a ninth game, but only if it meant eliminating the conference championship game and the North and South divisions. "That's the extra game maybe that everybody's looking for, I don't know," Stoops said. "That's not a bad idea, but I don't see how it would work with two divisions. Those other teams that do (play nine games) don't have divisions like we do." Under the nine-game format, Stoops didn't think it would be practical to have the top two teams in the division play a championship game when the Big Ten and Pac-10 don't have title games. "Now your BCS opportunities aren't real good if you're just going to take the two best teams in the championship game," Stoops said. "Your likelihood of getting two in any BCS games is pretty much out the window. I don't see financially why that would work." (AP/SI.com)Caleb may return this week? Sophomore wide receiver Brandon Caleb wasn't in pads for the Miami game due to knee injury. "He got a slight sprain on Thursday where a guy fell into him. It was kind of a freaky thing that happened to him late in the week," Stoops said. "We're hoping he'll be back this week. We'll see." Caleb is listed as a second-team wide receiver, but hasn't caught a pass this season. (Norman Transcript) Oklahoma-Utah State available on PPV: The Oklahoma-Utah State game on Saturday, Sept. 15 will be televised live on pay-per-view by Big 12 Special Order Sports, FSN Southwest's pay-per-view division. The game, which is scheduled to kick off at 2:30 p.m. CT, will be available on participating cable television systems in Oklahoma and Texas and nationwide to satellite dish customers. The suggested retail price is $29.95. A list of participating programming providers carrying the PPV telecast will be announced later this week. Fans should check with their local programming provider for price and availability in their area. The game is being televised on pay-per-view because it wasn't selected for over-the-air broadcast or cable television coverage. Under conference TV rules, games not picked up for regular television distribution can only be televised live on pay-per-view, giving fans the option to watch a game they otherwise wouldn't be able to see. Participating cable and satellite TV providers will offer the telecast to their customers on a designated pay-per-view channel. The telecast will not pre-empt FSN Southwest's regularly-scheduled programming. (SoonerSports PR)Sooners refocus for Utah State: SoonerSports.comOU gives definition of extra benefits: The OklahomanPeterson is new leading man: The OklahomanOU football notebook: The OklahomanTitle buzz surrounds Sooners: Tulsa WorldStoops asked -- Does this OU team compare to 2000 national champs?: Tulsa WorldGuy set to face old foe in Sooners: Tulsa WorldOU coaches not worried about overconfidence: Dallas Morning NewsLSU, Oklahoma the best two teams in the country: Atlanta Journal ConstitutionLabels: Big XII, Bob Stoops, Oklahoma Sooners, OSU, OU-Utath State
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Monday, September 10, 2007
Oklahoma Sooner Football Articles and NotesSmith and Bradford grab Big 12 Player of the week honors: Oklahoma quarterback Sam Bradford and cornerback Reggie Smith both captured Big 12 Player of the Week honors for their work last Saturday in OU's 51-13 win over Miami. Bradford was the co-offensive player of the week in the conference, while Smith snared the same honor for defense. Bradford shared the offensive honor with Baylor quarteback Blake Szymanski, who had six TD passes against Rice. Bradford completed 19 of 25 passes for 205 yards in the Sooners' 51-13 win over Miami (Fla.). He has gone 40 of 48 for 568 yards with eight touchdowns and no interceptions through his first two games. Bradford's scoring strikes against the Hurricanes were from 23, 24, 6, 30, and 9 yards. Smith led an Oklahoma defensive effort that held Miami to 139 yards of offense. The Hurricanes were limited to 87 yards passing and 52 on the ground. (SoonerSports PR) Labels: Big XII, Oklahoma Sooners, Reggie Smith, Sam Bradford
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Oklahoma Sooner Football Articles and Notes Nothing into Williams replacing Braxton: Stoops said there wasn't anything to read into the fact that Trent Williams replaced Branndon Braxton as starting right tackle Saturday. "They're both good players," he said. "It gives guys a chance to spell some other guys." (Tulsa World) Bradford leads the nation: Redshirt freshman starting QB Sam Bradford leads the nation in passing efficiency at 237.7. (Dallas Morning News)Voters take notice: Norman TranscriptPeterson quickly overtaking Moss as fan favorite in Minneapolis: The OklahomanStaying focused for Utah State: The OklahomanDucks could help OU: The OklahomanLocal talent impacting NFL throughout the league: The Oklahoman OU hype is growing: Tulsa World OU -- Three questions: Tulsa World Sam the Superman?: Tulsa WorldOU's Sam Bradford highlights stellar weekend of play: Dallas Morning NewsOU's Bradford is a sure-fire star: Ft. Worth Star-TelegramStoops quiet on blistering start: Ft. Worth Star-TelegramOU defense off to strong start: Enid NewsLabels: Branndon Braxton, Oklahoma Sooners, Sam Bradford, Trent Williams
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Sunday, September 09, 2007
Oklahoma Sooner Football Articles and NotesThe latest Associated Press and USA Today's Coaches Poll were released today.. Full Rankings at ESPN.com.
AP Top 10 (First Place Votes), Pts.
1 USC (40) 1,5942 LSU (25) 1,582 3 Oklahoma 1,4184 West Virginia 1,4085 Florida 1,370 6 Texas 1,2907 Wisconsin 1,1718 California 1,1269 Louisville 1,09710 Ohio State 96214 Nebraska 693 25 Texas A&M 243
USA Today Poll (First Place Votes), Pts.
1 USC (42) 1,476 2 LSU (11) 1,437 3 Florida (7) 1,353 4 West Virginia 1,269 5 Oklahoma 1,264 6 Texas 1,256 7 Wisconsin 1,141 8 California 1,038 9 Louisville 1,020 10 Ohio State 972 14 Nebraska 677 18 Texas A&M 325Labels: Oklahoma Sooners, Rankings
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Oklahoma Sooner Football Articles and Notes
Sam Bradford named Walter Camp player of the week: Oklahoma quarterback Sam Bradford has been named the national offensive player of the week by the Walter Camp Foundation. Bradford was honored for his play in OU's 51-13 win over Miami. The redshirt freshman from Oklahoma City completed 19-of-25 passes for 205 yards and a school record five touchdowns (tied) with no interceptions in Oklahoma's convincing non-conference victory. The TD passes tied a record for the most ever allowed by Miami. Just one week earlier, the Hurricanes' defense picked off four passes in a win over Marshall. Three of Bradford's touchdown throws went to Malcolm Kelly from 23, 24 and 30 yards. He also threw a six-yarder to Jermaine Gresham and a nine-yarder to Dane Zaslaw. Bradford hit his first four passes of the game to extend his string of consecutive completions to 22, an OU record and just two shy of the NCAA mark. (SoonerSports.com)OU's Patrick suffered cramps: Oklahoma RB Allen Patrick did not play after two carries in the third quarter, but did not reinjure his right ankle, instead suffering leg cramps. (Star-Telegram)Impressive Bradford performance: (Sam) Bradford became the second quarterback to throw five touchdown passes against Miami, joining UCLA's Cade McNown, who did so in 1998. (Tulsa World)Jon Cooper on Bradford: "Oh, yeah. We've got a quarterback," junior center Jon Cooper said. "He's proven himself. He's doing a great job. We're confident in all three of our QBs. They named Sam the starter, we were like, all right, let's roll." (Star-Telegram)Razing 'Canes: Norman TranscriptHurricanes can't stop Kelly: Norman TranscriptWhen OU needed it most, the defense stepped up: Norman TranscriptHistory in mind: Norman TransciptReaction to OU's Win Against Miami: SoonerSports.comSooners have sunny outlook after 51-13 win: The OklahomanBradford proves that he belongs: The OklahomanGame balls: The OklahomanMiami TD inspires OU's defenders: Tulsa WorldMalcolm in the middle of surges: Tulsa WorldTearful White honored by Heisman statue: Tulsa WorldMiami-OU Two Minute Drill: Tulsa WorldOU -- Statistically speaking: Tulsa WorldRazing 'Canes: Tulsa WorldDiscussion over -- Bradford belongs: Tulsa WorldMiami impressed by OU: Tulsa WorldHurricanes battered and beaten by OU: Miami HeraldLoss to Sooners exposes Hurricanes: Miami HeraldBradford not a one-game wonder: Enid NewsBradford continues sizzling start: Dallas Morning NewsSooners freshman QB isn't waiting until later to arrive: Austin American-StatesmanOklahoma finds a quarterback in 51-13 romp over Miami: Kansas City StarUM secondary schooled in loss: Palm Beach PostDefense leaves the U looking more like P. U.: Palm Beach PostMiami offense struggles in rout: Tampa TribuneHurricanes let scant chances slip away: Tampa TribuneMiami isn't rocking any team like a Hurricane these days: CBS SportslineLabels: Oklahoma Sooners, OU-Miami, Player of the Week., Sam Bradford
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Saturday, September 08, 2007
Oklahoma Sooner Football Articles and Notes
Sooners win big over Canes: By the time Oklahoma quarterback Sam Bradford threw his school record-tying fifth touchdown pass, the bad memories from past Miami games were long gone. Malcolm Kelly caught three of Bradford's TD passes and Reggie Smith returned a fumble for a score as the No. 5 Sooners rolled over Miami 51-13 in their first meeting since the Hurricanes swept three games in the 1980s. "That didn't matter," Oklahoma coach Bob Stoops said. "It makes for a good story, but that's a long time ago." (SoonerSports.com) Patrick early exit: Starting running back Allen Patrick came out of the game after the first two carries of the second half and never returned. Coach Bob Stoops said Patrick, a senior who missed last week's season opener against North Texas with a sprained right ankle, didn't return because he was experiencing some minor cramping. (Dallas Morning News) Moving Up: Malcolm Kelly's three touchdowns give him 17 for his career, tying Carrollton Creekview-ex Travis Wilson for second on OU's all-time career list. (Dallas Morning News) In the books: (Sam) Bradford's five TD passes against Miami tied the OU single game record. He became just the third Sooner to toss five touchdowns in a game. Jason White accomplished the feat three times, while Josh Heupel did it twice. Bradford was also just the second QB to throw for five TDs against the Hurricanes (Cade McNown, UCLA, 1998). (SoonerSports.com) Sooners offered no surprises: NewsOk.com Tramel: OU looks good after excellent exorcism of Miami: NewsOk.com Hurricanes a breeze for Sooners, 51-13: Dallas Morning News Oklahoma Looks Like a Contender: AOL FanHouse Instant Analysis: Miami-Oklahoma: College Football NewsLabels: Allen Patrick, Injury, Malcolm Kelly, Oklahoma Sooners, OU-Miami, Sam Bradford
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Friday, September 07, 2007
Oklahoma Sooner Football Articles and Notes Coach Randy Shannon not concerned about OU-Miami past: Coach Randy Shannon is taking a completely different approach. He could care less what the Miami teams he played on did to the Sooners two decades ago. "Those guys I played with, I love them, but I have to let those times go," Shannon said. "This is a new team, a new start, fresh faces. I mean, it ain't Barry Switzer. It ain't Jimmy Johnson. It's Randy Shannon and Bob Stoops. It ain't Troy Aikman and Jamelle Holieway. It ain't Steve Walsh in the game. "I don't mean any disrespect for what's happened in the past, but this is an ABC [TV] game. We should have nationwide coverage, and that's the thing that everyone needs to be talking about. It's an opportunity for everyone in America to see two great teams play on Saturday." (Orlando Sentinel)OU-Miami schemes similar to each other: OU and Miami run very similar schemes on offense and defense. "It helps because our defense is very much the same way," center Jon Cooper said. "They do a lot of stunts, a lot of twists. They'll max blitz. They'll cover zero and bring seven guys. Our defense has done that also. It's something we see a lot." (Norman Transcript)DB Phillips on OU QB Sam Bradford: ''The quarterback is a freshman, but he plays like a senior,'' UM safety Kenny Phillips said of Sam Bradford. ``He's surrounded by great athletes.'' (Miami Herald)History Lesson — Oklahoma vs. Miami: SoonerSports.com Nic Harris discusses rivalries: SoonerSports.comSooners have three RBs to choose from: The OklahomanOU football notebook: The OklahomanOU-Miami — What would you give for the ticket?: The OklahomanThey chose against the U: Norman TranscriptOdd couple insists no bad blood: Tulsa World Coker moves to sideline gig post-'Canes: Tulsa World White statue to be unveiled: Tulsa World OU Notebook: Tulsa WorldNot your father's Sooners: Miami Herald Sooners will test UM's suspect secondary: Miami Herald'A-town' an explosive end: Ft. Worth Star-TelegramOU -Miami — The battle resumes: Dallas Morning NewsWR Iglesias impressed with Sooners QB: Dallas Morning NewsOklahoma-Miami reunion of one-time bad boys: Kansas City StarSurprise! Hurricanes, Sooners have mutual respect for each other: Florida Times-UnionUM vs. Oklahoma — A classic continues: Palm Beach PostLabels: Oklahoma Sooners, OU-Miami, Sam Bradford
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Thursday, September 06, 2007
Oklahoma Sooner Football Articles and NotesTroy Aikman on OU/Miami: Troy Aikman recently discussed his OU/Miami memories during a recent FOX Sports conference call... "I had committed to Oklahoma State when I was a senior in high school," Aikman said. "My second-to-last recruiting trip, I told Jimmy I was coming (to Miami), but I wanted to take the last trip of recruiting weekend to OU and see what it was all about. I did that and decided to go to Oklahoma. Broke my leg against Miami while Jimmy was coaching there. And then when I was transferring, Jimmy was recruiting me in Miami but I decided to go to UCLA. "(In 1989) I'm getting drafted by the Cowboys and I find out that 'some guy from Arkansas' (Jerry Jones) had bought the team from Bum Bright and was going to hire Jimmy Johnson as the head coach. And I'm thinking to myself, 'Good gosh, I can't get away from this guy. Then next thing I know, Jimmy is leaving and they say Barry Switzer is coming in to coach and I say, 'Man, here we go again.' Now I'm on a conference call with Jimmy Johnson and Barry Switzer! I'll tell ya, I can't get away from them to save my life, and we're (20) years removed!" (More at Tulsa World)OU-Miami matchup draws interest: Saturday's OU-Miami showdown has drawn interest outside the states of Florida and Oklahoma. Ivan Maisel from ESPN.com and Dennis Dodd from CBS Sportsline, along with writers from the Austin American-Statesman, Kansas City Star, Omaha World-Herald, Washington Times and Wichita Eagle have requested media credentials. Also, seven pro teams are sending scouts, at least five more than a normal Sooner home game, OU spokesman Kenny Mossman said. (NewsOK.com)
UM WR Leggett almost chose OU: Oklahoma defensive coordinator Brent Venables said Miami senior wide receiver Lance Leggett, the Hurricanes' big-play threat and former Arlington Grace Prep standout, was almost a Sooner. Venables, who recruits North Texas for OU, said Leggett had narrowed his choices to Miami and OU before picking the Hurricanes. (Dallas Morning News)
Sooner safety feeling confident as Hurricanes come to town: Norman TranscriptSwitzer, Johnson reunite as 'Grumpy Old Coaches': The Oklahoman The game that killed the wishbone: The OklahomanFamily key to Gresham choosing OU: The OklahomanNot your father's 'Cane QBs: The OklahomanKnow the foe: Tulsa World OU Questions -- Juaquin Iglesias: Tulsa WorldIglesias like Clayton, but Stoops disagrees: Tulsa WorldCanes tried to lure Gresham, mom helped choose OU: Tulsa WorldSecret 'O' in store for Sooners: Miami HeraldUM cost Oklahoma nearly two decades ago — can this year's Canes do the same?: Sun-SentinelOklahoma's first real chance to forget Fiesta: New York PostLabels: Oklahoma Sooners, OU-Miami
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Wednesday, September 05, 2007
Oklahoma Sooner Football Articles and Notes
Sooners En Espanol: Saturday's contest with Miami will be the first OU game to be broadcast in Spanish by an Oklahoma station. KTUZ (fm106.7 in Oklahoma City) carries the game with Rene Nava and James Kopelman. (Tulsa World)
Switzer will not attend OU-Miami: Switzer said he won't be at the OU-Miami game Saturday because he'll be in Los Angeles for his work with Fox Sports' NFL pregame show. This season, he's doing a weekly "Coaches Corner" show alongside Jimmy Johnson. "Oklahoma is closer to being like that (No. 1) today than Miami is being close to what they were," Switzer said. (Dallas Morning News Blog)
Former Canes & Cowboys Coach Johnson on 1985 OU game: Former Oklahoma State and Miami coach Jimmy Johnson on the Hurricanes' 1985 visit to Norman to play Oklahoma: "When I was at OSU, I was fighting them with a BB gun. I brought a .357 magnum with me when I went to Norman." (Star-Telegram) Bradford's fast start impresses Sooners: ESPN.com Iglesias, Sooners aware of Miami's aura, if not history of series: KFDALabels: Barry Switzer, Oklahoma Sooners, OU-Miami, Radio
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Oklahoma Sooner Football Articles and NotesBig 12 Announcement: Dan Beebe named Big 12 Commissioner: Big 12 Conference board of directors Chairman Harvey Perlman has announced the selection of Dan Beebe as the new Commissioner of the Big 12 Conference. Beebe has extensive experience in managing collegiate athletics conferences, having served as the Senior Associate Commissioner and Chief Operating Officer of the Big 12 since February 2003 and as the Commissioner of the Ohio Valley Conference for the 14 prior years. "Dan Beebe brings to the Big 12 the experience and vision to advance the Big 12 into the next stage of its development as one of the preeminent collegiate athletics conferences in the United States," said Big 12 board chairman and University of Nebraska chancellor Harvey Perlman. "We expect his extensive background and experience in collegiate sports management will help us advantageously position the Big 12 Conference with its media, bowl, sponsor, and other external partners. We look forward to his leadership within the Conference as well as in the dialog on important issues facing intercollegiate athletics generally." Beebe, who agreed to a five-year contract, begins his duties immediately as the Big 12's third commissioner, succeeding Kevin Weiberg, who stepped down in July. In accepting the offer to become the third Commissioner of the Big 12 Conference, Beebe stated, "I am excited and honored to lead the Big 12 Conference, and I am grateful to the Presidents and Chancellors of the members of the Big 12 for giving me this opportunity to address the exciting issues facing collegiate athletics in the near future, such as enhancing sportsmanship, developing new sources of revenues, ensuring compliance with the Conference and NCAA regulation scheme, and cementing the relationships among the outstanding Universities that are members in the Big 12 Conference." (Big12Sports.com)
Big 12 Commissioner Beebe discusses recent violations: In a phone interview with ESPN's Joe Schad prior to his introductory news conference, Beebe discussed recent Big 12 rules violations in football, including at Oklahoma and Texas, and said they are not indicative of a conference-wide isssue. "My hope is these are anomolies and not a part of any widespread or elaborate schemes," Beebe said. "It can't be perfect. And the coaches are in the best position to stop these things. "In the two situations you bring up, people outside the athletic departments provided extra benefits. These are the instances that keep us awake at night. We need and will have a clear message that extra benefits will not be allowed in this conference."(ESPN.com) Related: Big 12 to name Commissioner today?Updated: 4:32
Labels: Big XII
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Oklahoma Sooner Football Articles and NotesBroyles charged with misdemeanor: An attempted larceny misdemeanor charge was filed against Oklahoma wide receiver Ryan Broyles Tuesday, in connection with Broyles' arrest early last Friday for using a key and override codes to steal gas from a Norman convenience store. According to Greg Mashburn, the Cleveland County District Attorney's Office representative who filed the charge, a guilty verdict carries a maximum 15-day jail term and $1,000 fine. (Tulsa World) Big 12 to name Commissioner today? Interim Big 12 commissioner Dan Beebe and Indianapolis attorney Jack Swarbrick are the finalists to replace Kevin Weiberg as Big 12 commissioner, according to two sources close to the search. The two will interview this morning with the Big 12 Board of Directors, made up of presidents and chancellors from all the conference's schools, and plans are to announce the new commissioner today, the sources said. (Dallas Morning News)Stoops on early kickoffs: "Selfishly, for us, (early kickoffs are) great, and the players as well," he said. "Because you get up and you're not having to sit around and think about it and wait for it all day. You get up and here it is, you go. So for us, I love it. But I recognize for the fans and everyone else that it is not the best. But we have no say-so at all in scheduling. That's all TV. We just play when they tell us to." (Tulsa World)Patrick expected to start: Running back Allen Patrick returned to practice Monday and is expected to start. His injured ankle was the only medical question the Sooners had going into the season opener. "We had everyone practice yesterday and everyone looks good," Stoops said. Patrick will start Saturday and Chris Brown should play after missing the North Texas game due to a one-game suspension. "Like we planned all along, we want to rotate those guys in," Stoops said. "Give a guy a series here, give him a break here. If a guy's hot, stay with him a little longer." (Norman Transcript)
Gundy on D. Murray performance: "He's a terrific athlete," Oklahoma running backs coach Cale Gundy told The Post. "He can play cornerback, running back and wide receiver. I don't know how many touches a game we're going to get him, but we talk about that more than any other topic." (NY Post)OU-Miami stirs memories, emotions: Norman TranscriptSooners seem to believe they're special: Norman TranscriptStoops wants players to know OU-Miami history: Norman Transcript'Canes not bad boys anymore: The OklahomanOU football notebook: The OklahomanSooners' Broyles charged with misdemeanor: The OklahomanSam earned big night with his mind-set before kickoff: The OklahomanMiami's vices: Tulsa WorldOU practice over -- Now it's real: Tulsa WorldMiami 'excellent' running the ball: Tulsa WorldMiami a stiffer challenge for OU: Dallas Morning NewsQB gets big test after big debut: Ft. Worth Star-TelegramFreshman Van Dyke eager for Sooners: Palm Beach PostA look back at UM's rivalry against Oklahoma: Miami Herald Hurricanes blow into Norman to take on fifth-ranked Oklahoma: Sports NetworkStoops took his time naming Bradford quarterback: San Antonio Express-NewsLabels: Allen Patrick, Big XII, Bob Stoops, Oklahoma Sooners, OU-Miami, Ryan Broyles
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Tuesday, September 04, 2007
Oklahoma Sooner Football Articles and NotesThe latest Associated Press and USA Today's Coaches Poll were released today.. Full Rankings at ESPN.com.AP Top 10 (First Place Votes), Record, Pts.1. USC (59) 1-0 1,6192. LSU (5) 1-0 1,5423. West Virginia (1) 1-0 1,4494. Florida 1-0 1,346 5. Oklahoma 1-0 1,2755. Wisconsin 1-0 1,275 7. Texas 1-0 1,2218. Louisville 1-0 1,1529. Virginia Tech 1-0 1,08510. California 1-0 1,080 16. Nebraska 1-0 541 23. Texas A&M 1-0 217
USA Today Poll (First Place Votes), Record, Pts. 1. USC (49) 1-0 1,486 2. LSU (4) 1-0 1,417 3. Florida (7) 1-0 1,341 4. West Virginia 1-0 1,275 5. Wisconsin 1-0 1,183 6. Oklahoma 1-0 1,146 7. Texas 1-0 1,136 8. Louisville 1-0 995 9. Virginia Tech 1-0 988 10. California 1-0 985 17. Nebraska 1-0 512 23. Texas A&M 1-0 214Labels: Oklahoma Sooners, Rankings
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Oklahoma Sooner Football Articles and NotesMalcolm Kelly on Miami defense: "Yesterday I started watching film, and they have a lot of speed in their secondary," (Malcolm) Kelly said of the Hurricanes. "And a lot of talent. It's going to be exciting. It's going to be a challenge. "I still think in the end, I'll take our secondary any day," Kelly said. "I get good preparation all during the week going against Reggie (Smith), going against Marcus (Walker). On Saturday, it's going to be that same type of competition, so I'll be ready for it." (Tulsa World)OU's crowd no worry for 'Canes: Oklahoma drew 84,472 fans to its season-opening 79-10 victory against North Texas on Saturday, marking the football team's 50th consecutive sellout. If the same number of fans attending last week's opener show up to Memorial Stadium for Saturday's game against Miami, it will rank as the eighth-largest crowd ever to see a UM game. Miami is 8-2 all-time playing before the 10 largest audiences in school history. Each of those games has been played on the road or in a neutral site. UM coach Randy Shannon scoffed at the notion that his players will be affected by the crowd on Saturday, no matter how big it is. "It won't be a shock," Shannon said. "Some of these (UM players) are from Texas. They've played in big games before in Dallas (with) 30,000 or 40,000 fans screaming. Just because it's Oklahoma and there'll be 80,000 or 105,000 those fans won't make any difference between those yard lines. They won't." (Palm Beach Post)Shannon: No time to celebrate: Randy Shannon said he put his first victory as head coach of the Miami Hurricanes behind him in "two, maybe three” minutes. That's because he knew what was next, Shannon told the Miami Herald. "You can get Gatorade dumped on your head and (have) everybody in Miami patting you on the shoulder,” he said. "But you know what? It ain't going to ever help you win the game the next week against Oklahoma.” (NewsOK.com)
Miami's QB Freeman on OU-Miami: (Kirby Freeman) A native of Texas, this is the closest he will play to home this season, unless the Hurricanes play a bowl game in that area. "I'm jacked," said Freeman, who played at Brownwood High. "I'm excited. I've got plenty of people coming to the game." (Sun Sentinel) Scouting Report — Miami Hurricanes: SoonerSports.com Patrick is ready to play again: Norman TranscriptHurricane Campbell headed for Norman: The OklahomanVictory in '85 marked Miami's arrival as college football beast: The OklahomanOU glad Patrick is back: Tulsa WorldSooners, Stoops repsect Huricanes: Orlando SentinelSooners live and die on the ground: Miami HeraldLabels: Malcolm Kelly, Oklahoma Sooners, OU-Miami
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Monday, September 03, 2007
Oklahoma Sooner Football Articles and NotesVenables on Miami's QB Kirby Fressman: "Kirby is very fast and athletic,” (Brent) Venables said. "You'd much rather play a guy like Chris Simms back there who isn't comfortable running the ball.” (NewsOK.com)By the numbers: Eight OU players made their first career starts and 64 saw action. (Dallas Morning News)Bobby Jack Wright impressed with English: OU sacked the Mean Green QB six times. "Our pressure was good all night, especially from the defensive ends," Wright said. "Auston English, Alonzo Dotson, John Williams, they were all really active." Asked if English is the quickest defensive end Wright has seen in his nine years at OU, Wright wasn't ready to go that far. "I don't know that he's the quickest, but he's in that class with the Dan Codys and the Jonathan Jacksons," Wright said. "He really does have a great first step. (NewsOK.com)Brown, Patrick expected to play Miami: Offensive coordinator Kevin Wilson said (Allen) Patrick, Chris Brown and redshirt freshman DeMarco Murray would play at RB against Miami. (Dallas Morning News)Coach Stoops impression of Miami: "Just a good solid football team. As you watch them, like always, you see a lot of physical, good-looking players who play hard. A lot of speed and they're coached well. They're in position. Just what you usually see when you watch a good Miami team." (Palmbeachpost.com)
Coach Stoops on memories of past OU-Miami games: "I remember watching them back in the mid-80s. They were great teams with great players all over the place, great coaches. They were great games for sure. Both teams, between the two of them, there's not a lot of losses there." (Tulsa World)Easy does it: Norman TranscriptFour questions -- true verdict awaits: The OklahomanBreaking down Miami: The OklahomanSooners may have been great, Miami was better: The OklahomanFully loaded arsenal: Tulsa WorldSooners seek to build on momentum: Tulsa WorldBig 12 status at stake on Saturday: Dallas Morning NewsNo offense, but Canes can't beat Oklahoma: Palm Beach PostNo time to waste for Canes as stakes get bigger: Tampa TribuneCanes' next task will be tougher: Tampa TribuneShannon — Nice win, now on to Oklahoma: St. Petersburg TimesLabels: Allen Patrick, Chris Brown, Oklahoma Sooners, OU-Miami
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Sunday, September 02, 2007
Oklahoma Sooner Football Articles and Notes
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Oklahoma vs. North Texas StatisticsSims statue unveiled: Oklahoma honored former Heisman Trophy-winning running back Billy Sims before the game by unveiling a statue of Sims at Owen Field. The statue joins OU's other Heisman Trophy winners, Steve Owens and Billy Vessels, already in place. A statue of Jason White will be unveiled before Saturday's game against Miami. (Dallas Morning News)UNT coach Todd Dodge on blowout loss: "I don't really have any feelings about, 'Wow, this is the first time I've felt this,'" Dodge said of the opposite end of all the success he's had. "I'm hurting right now and hurting for my kids. When you're in this arena, you take the chance of this happening. You'll be on the wrong end of one of these."(Star-Telegram)Franks Debut: Union redshirt freshman Dominique Franks made his OU debut Saturday night in relief of punt returner Reggie Smith. Franks fair caught the first kick he saw, then made a couple moves before settling for 8 yards on his second return. Franks fumbled his first return of the second half, and came on to return a late kickoff 37 yards. (Tulsa World)UNT most points allowed: UNT set a school record for points allowed (79), surpassing Nebraska's 76-14 victory in 1993. Nevada's 72-0 victory in 1991 is UNT's largest margin of defeat. (Star-Telegram)Stoops tried to run out clock: Before the fourth quarter of Saturday night's 79-10 blowout of North Texas, Oklahoma coach Bob Stoops requested a running clock for the final period. At the time, the score was 63-3. "I asked the officials,” Stoops said. "They said they agreed with me, but I didn't see them go do it. You just want to get it over with. It seemed like forever. It was forever.” (NewsOK.com)Blowout: Norman TranscriptBradford had all the answers against UNT: Norman TranscriptBradford had some help: Norman TranscriptWhat a night for OU's offense: Norman TranscriptDominant Debut: OU wins opener in rout: The OklahomanSooner newbies Bradford, Murray with monster games: The OklahomanOU linebackers ready to test themselves against Miami: The OklahomanMiami's defense is Bradford's next big test: The OklahomanBehind enemy lines: The OklahomanIglesias fourishes against Mean Green: Tulsa WorldMismatches give advantage to Sooners' defensive line: Tulsa WorldMurray an effective sidekick: Tulsa WorldOU Two Minute Drill: Tulsa WorldMiami will give OU a real test: Tulsa WorldSamtastic start: Tulsa WorldCoach gets rude awakening to Sooner football: Muskogee PhoenixDodge set to make UNT debut: Denton Record-ChronicleSooners show a passing fancy: Ft. Worth Star-TelegramA memorable day for UT to forget: Dallas Morning NewsDodge's debut a day to forget: Dallas Morning NewsLabels: Bob Stoops, Heisman Statue, North Texas, Oklahoma Sooners
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Saturday, September 01, 2007
Oklahoma Sooner Football Articles and NotesOU wins big against North Texas in opener: Sam Bradford's debut as Oklahoma's starting quarterback couldn't have looked much better if he had scripted it himself. In his first start, the redshirt freshman tied a record set by one Heisman Trophy winner and broke another set by a Heisman runner-up, throwing for 363 yards and three touchdowns as the No. 8 Sooners beat North Texas 79-10 Saturday night. "This really is what you dream about, coming out here and playing in front of 85,000 and getting a win like that," Bradford said. "There's not going to be many nights like this. You've got to take these. These are special." Freshman DeMarco Murray became the first Oklahoma player to score five touchdowns in his debut, and the Sooners showed no signs of a hangover following a stunning overtime loss to Boise State in the Fiesta Bowl and the loss of star tailback Adrian Peterson to the NFL. (AP/Yahoo! Sports)
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Oklahoma vs. North Texas Statistics
Labels: North Texas, Oklahoma Sooners
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Oklahoma Sooner Football Articles and Notes Store owner says no conspiracy theory in Broyles attempted theft: Ron Henderson, owner of the Mr. Shortstop where Broyles was arrested, distanced himself from the university when contacted Friday. "I've heard all these conspiracy theories that I'm a donor or supporter of the program. Nothing could be further from the truth," he said. "Other than I'm a general fan like everybody in Norman might be. I've never met Ryan Broyles, and don't know anything about him other than what I've read about his as a player. "I've never had a key to those pumps and I've been here 36 years. I'm totally amazed to find out something like this could happen. My real concern is who might have those keys or codes and how long this has been happening. We've had problems balancing our inventory and some irregularities the last two or three months. We thought the problems were leakage in the lines or tanks. We never dreamed it might be something like this." (Tulsa World)
Related Links:Stoops: Broyles Suspended Indefinite Period of TimeOU's Broyles arrested on suspicion of theft
A day full of questions for Bradford, OU: The Oklahoman Keys to the game: The Oklahoman Who's hot and who's not: The Oklahoman What they're saying: The OklahomanOU has handled the spread offense because of strong tackling on defense: The OklahomanThe list -- OU's worst openers: The OklahomanAll eyes on Bradford: Norman Transcript Guaraded Bob can't keep this story from coming out: Norman TranscriptHistory not in favor of freshman QBs: Tulsa WorldOU Notebook -- Gutierrez ready to go: Tulsa World5 Storylines: Tulsa WorldWolfe's move may propel Sooners' defensive prowess: Ft. Worth Star-Telegram Patrick may play despite ankle injury: Denton Record-Chronicle
Architect of high school powerhouse to face No. 8 Oklahoma in first game as North Texas coach: Yahoo! SportsLabels: Oklahoma Sooners, Ryan Broyles
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