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  1. He was ripping up people in the mid 2000 (above average OL on some good Stoops teams).
  2. OU ending up without a top tier RB this year, after only getting McGowan last year, would be the strongest evidence of Murray's failings. During OU's RB coaching search, I was hoping they'd get an alumnus, Sherron Moore. He would've been a less flashy hire, but he's someone who's done good work at Michigan.
  3. I understand that it may be appealing to this audience to propagate this rumor. And the rumor may be true! That said, it also isn't necessary to explain either Sermon transferring (lack of carries prior to Murray arriving) or Brooks leaving.
  4. Sermon wasn't happy about getting touches 1/2'd (during Boulware). This was weird prior to Murray coming in. If he didn't like Murray, I'm sure that added to it. I don't think we need to invoke coaching issues in Brooks leaving. That seems like a logical decision at this point. Agree regarding QB run game being diminished. I anticipate it going back to Mayfield-like numbers, around six total rushes per game with half being passing plays breaking down.
  5. OU'd be a good landing spot for a B1G or P12 grad transfer. Fun offense, friendly depth chart. Pledger is the only RB eligible for first half the season with any carriers (21 total over two years).
  6. Even if Humphrey leaves, though there'd be a drop off, there are options at center. OU's really thin at WR and broadly on defense. There's no one at those spots who can logically go pro. If I were a college athlete and knew I wouldn't lose eligibility, I'd sit out this year (if basketball, I'd go play pro in NZ).
  7. Brooks was an early entry candidate for the 2020 NFL draft. He'd had two 1,000 yd season and averaged 7.5 yds per carry over his career. What did he have left to prove? Best wishes to him now. The losses of Sermon and McClellan sting even more now. Marcus Major was expected to be a big contributor already. Pledger hasn't shown much in two years on campus, and I thought was a portal candidate. McGowen is going to be counted on as a freshman, and Henderson is apparently working at RB. That's four and Stevenson will be back for the latter half of the season, if it occurs. OU's going to have people tote the rock. I anticipated seeing more sets with at least 2 of Hall, Willis, and Stogner on the field already, and this is almost certain now.
  8. I think OU's getting Gilliam. With him, they have five DL, and I think will be full. I don't think OU's in the running for Abiara.
  9. I started the statement with "apparently" so I'm not certain he said it. The defense was obviously better last year than any of his prior teams so that's the baseline. In 2020, the defense could again be better based on overall depth in the secondary and improved overall LB play. There's total uncertainty at NG. The offense could definitely be better. OL should be better, but the running game will be without a true QB run threat. Improvement in the passing game could come from better protecting and Rattler's ability to throw the ball but there won't be someone like Lamb catching it (who's in the argument for best WR in school history). The Big12 may be better overall so whether there's a 6th straight championship is a question. Of course, Covid-related issues could shutdown key players at any time. But yeah, it's possible that this could be a really good Sooner team.
  10. Apparently, Riley was telling people that the 2020-21 Sooners would be his best team yet. They were so interested in playing, they successfully petitioned the NCAA to move up their opening day (since delayed by Big12). So there is a lot of tangible evidence that the Sooners wanted to play. He's also a realist who recognizes the odds of keeping 20 year olds Covid negative is small.
  11. What OU was doing is unsustainable. 20 yo people (men and woman) won't tolerate three month of unisex habitation with only sports and school. OU's planning to return to on campus education. "Boys will be boys" and cases will occur. This season will really be a test of depth and resolve for the players ,coaches, and administrations.
  12. Also agree. Improved defensive performance results in improved defensive recruiting -- makes sense. 2021 will be the key season. We'll have a good sample size for OU's new defensive coaches evaluations and coaching.
  13. Overall, this would be OU's best defensive class in many years, but they're still short one LB and one DB.
  14. OU has a great track record of pulling top 100 defensive players from central FL!
  15. Touche DUI is hugely different from Public Intox. I hope that this results in more serious action.
  16. I understand your bias, but you'll have to remind me where Riley has let this stuff slide.
  17. Brown camped at OU like 2 yrs ago and ran some amazing times. He can apparently catch like a WR too. Apparently he's been OU's to lose since before that visit. He moved to Mater Dei for Sr season. I can't remember OU getting a recruit from that HS (USC feeder), so we'll see whether the affinity for OU sticks.
  18. I've been quite impressed with Riley's processes and hires after his first year. Wylie is the exception, but I've withheld judgement. Injuries are one readout, but you could say this is small sample size and quarantine-related issues that were out of his control. More concerning was OU losing the highly-regarded nutrition expert and the ballooning of some of the OL. In addition, we haven't heard/seen reports of cool/innovate stuff he's doing or player reporting on how he's made them better either. He's definitely under the microscope.
  19. He's a good get for OU. I think they go after one more DB and can be picky about who they take. I wouldn't be surprised if they go after someone committed to another program (Sanders-Ark, Warren-likely Penn St, Johnson-likely ASU, Bowman-UT, Dunn-Ohio St). The last two Sooner DB classes are much more promising than the past several years. Roy Manning is doing some work recruiting.
  20. You guys have better knowledge of the OU numbers than I do, but I think TFB has said OU's taking ~ 23 total. OU should have room for 4 DL at this number. Personally, I'd like OU to take only 9-10 on offense (1 QB and RB, 4 WR, 3 -4 OL) and take 13-14 on defense (5 DL, 3 LB, and 5 DB).
  21. Thanks...should say: S: Fields- smart but limited athletically. I'd love to see him get 30 snaps per game as a backup at S/NB. Harrington is one option, but he's arriving this week so asking him to pick up a defense in this time is a bit much. Bryson Washington is who I'd like to see get a chance.
  22. He's obviously a great prospect at a position where HS production translates to college production. Anyone that says otherwise is being ridiculous. Part of this is likely sour grapes from knowing that several top 2020 class RB (including Robinson) looked at OU, but the Sooners stuck by McClellan and got burned.
  23. 1. Yeah, that's where I get stuck too. They have another dude who hasn't played for 3 yrs (Jordan Kelley) who they can give some run. Stating the obvious, even if they Winfery is awesome, your going to get 30 snaps of Ellison/Kelly every game. If there are injuries 😬 2. I'd say the back 7 is fluid. You have guys with athletic upside and not much experience vs guys with experience and less upside. Fortunately, the days of Dakota Austin, Justin Broiles are probably gone as there is better athleticism throughout. With actual coaching, I'd expect to see some growth from guys who haven't been on the field much. In theory, with bye weeks between games 1 and 2 and 2 and 3. This could be great for getting more people involved. I feel ok about the DBs. Four of the five spots have an reasonable answer, and there is more viable depth and athleticism than in several years. Here's a list of who I'd like to see (with rationale). CB: Tre Brown - he's set CB: one of the new guys Woodi Washington (who looked good in the Sugar Bowl despite getting cooked), Davis, Daniels, Eaton. I'd love to see two of them be good enough to survive so that there can be a rotation again. NB: Norwood - he probably doesn't have the speed to play CB but is smart and quick and, despite his build, a willing tackler. Could Harrington eventually play here bc of his size/speed combo? Will also need quickness and smarts/experience. S: DTY - best Sooner DB by the end of 2019? S: Brown - smart but limited athletically. I'd love to see him get 30 snaps per game as a backup at S/NB. Harrington is one option, but he's arriving this week so asking him to pick up a defense in this time is a bit much. Bryson Washington is who I'd like to see get a chance.
  24. I deleted the bottom picture because it distresses me. If we get football in 2020, I think OU's defense treads water. (BTW, the Sooners decision to move up their PPV game is brilliant from a $ perspective. With less gate receipts, it's the most revenue football will bring in). Negatives: loss of four best players (Perkins for five games), better offenses in B12 Positives: better talent, better coaching, more system familiarity. OU's weakest DB, Bookie, should be relegated to the bench. Their S were first year starters last year and should grow simply because of playing time and system familiarity. Maybe more promising is that there are highly touted RS-Fr that could spell/replace them. Motley was best CB, but wasn't spectacular. J Davis was competent early in the year, and there will be several other options who may be better. Loss of Murray will be felt, but I thought he was overvalued because of big hits. He got beat a lot too. I'm not actually as high on Kelley as others. I think he's quick enough to cover or big enough to take on blocks. I'm intrigued by the safeties who've been spun down (Barnes, Morris). Overall, the young LBs improved last year, and I'm excited to see what another year of competent coaching can provide. Gallimore + his subs at NT is the most glaring personnel deficiency. Counting on two JUCOs as primary replacements is dicey. An OU team with a defense in the 40 - 50 range is a playoff contender, and I think that's what we'll see (if we see football).
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