Champion Standard: Oklahoma Sooners Podcdast

Can fixing the run game turn Oklahoma into a true Championship Contender? In this episode of Champion Standard, Rob and Brad break down the biggest takeaways from spring camp — and it all comes back to one thing: the run game. Because here’s the reality… Oklahoma just won 10 games and made a playoff run — with a run game that actually got worse. So what happens if they finally fix it? We dive into...

The Oklahoma Sooners are wrapping up spring ball, and there are real signs this team is starting to take shape.  The Storm is coming...  In this episode of Champion Standard, we’re joined by Charlie from The Football Brainiacs to break down the spring game from standout performers to areas that still need work as Oklahoma continues its transition into the SEC.  We dive into: Who helped themselves...

Oklahoma football is staring down a brutal 2026 schedule, and the margins for success are razor thin. In this episode of the Champion Standard Podcast, Rob and Brad break down Oklahoma’s spring outlook, including roster depth concerns, position battles, and one of the toughest schedules in the country. From thin rooms at safety and cheetah to a loaded offensive line and veteran leadership, we dive...

The Oklahoma hype train is rolling — and this time, it feels different. Rob and Brad break down early Spring Camp intel and why Brent Venables may have finally built the foundation OU needs to compete at the highest level in the SEC. The biggest focus? Fixing the offense. After a disastrous run game last season, every move this offseason points toward a more physical, balanced attack — one that ta...

John Mateer might be the most fascinating quarterback in college football right now. In this episode of Champion Standard, Rob and Brad take a deep dive into Oklahoma’s starting quarterback and the question every Sooners fan is asking heading into 2026. Is Mateer the quarterback who can elevate Oklahoma to championship level, or are the warning signs from 2025 too big to ignore? The discussion bre...

In this episode of Champion Standard, we dive into the start of Oklahoma spring practice, what the Sooners need to accomplish over the next few weeks, and which position battles could shape the upcoming season. We also break down early 2027 recruiting targets, how Oklahoma is positioning itself with elite prospects, and which names Sooner fans should start paying attention to now. Finally, we disc...

Here's a Podbean description for the episode: OU DNA | NFL Combine Standouts, Dream of Spring & Softball March is here and the vibes are right. Brad and Rob are back to talk all things Oklahoma Sooners as the calendar flips and football season starts coming into focus. We break down the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine, where 10 former Sooners made the trip to Indianapolis — the most OU representatio...

In this episode of the Champion Standard Podcast, we dive into a wide-ranging and brutally honest football conversation with former Oklahoma State All-American offensive lineman Sam Mayes. Sam delivers an unfiltered breakdown of the Cowboys’ new era under Eric Morris, what the massive transfer portal turnover really means for roster building, and how NIL has permanently reshaped college football....

It’s a laid-back Super Bowl Sunday hangout with Brad and Rob as we hit three big topics Oklahoma fans will love. We dive into early 2027 recruiting momentum, what it means for the program long-term, and why the foundation being built right now matters more than rankings in February. Then we take time to appreciate Rhamondre Stevenson — from his Oklahoma journey to becoming a reliable, physical NFL...

James Hale joins Champion Standard for a deep-dive conversation on the current state of Oklahoma Sooners athletics. We break down the impact of Oklahoma’s new Athletic Director, what the hire means for the future of OU football and basketball, and where Porter Moser stands as expectations continue to rise in Norman. On the football side, we analyze the latest Oklahoma transfer portal news, what Br...

In this episode of the Champion Standard Podcast, Rob and Brad break down Oklahoma’s latest transfer portal moves, why the tight end room has completely changed, and how Jason Witten’s arrival could reshape the Sooners’ run game, recruiting pipeline, and long-term development. They discuss Oklahoma’s portal losses vs additions, remaining roster needs, and why retention wins like Kip Lewis, Satonia...

Oklahoma just flipped the transfer portal on its head. In ONE WEEK, Brent Venables and Jim Nagy reshaped the roster — upgrading the two-deep, reloading the trenches, and setting the tone for the SEC era. On this episode of Champion Standard, we’re joined by Charlie from The Football Brainiacs for a no-BS, insider breakdown of OU’s massive portal haul, the truth behind the exits, and what still has...

Portal chaos is here. The season is over, but the most important two weeks of Oklahoma’s offseason are just beginning. In this episode of The Champion Standard Podcast, Brad and Rob: Break down all of OU’s current transfer portal entries (21 and counting), with a position-by-position look at who left and why some departures hurt more than others. ​ Pull up the updated depth chart and show how thin...

Brad and Rob look back at the Alabama playoff loss and unpack the hard lessons that only postseason football teaches. This was a game defined by missed opportunities, unforced errors, and moments that never fully made sense in real time. Oklahoma did not play with the same edge or intent that defined the previous four weeks. Instead of dictating terms, the Sooners absorbed pressure, retreated into...

Episode Description Oklahoma and Alabama meet again, this time in the College Football Playoff and under the lights in Norman. In this Trench Warfare episode of the Champion Standard Podcast, we break down why rematches favor defense, how Brent Venables attacks familiarity, and why this Oklahoma team is built for January football. From Alabama’s offensive identity and explosive reliance to Oklahom...

The College Football Playoff bracket is finally set — and the Oklahoma Sooners are IN. Now it is officially a Playoff Party on the Prairie as OU draws Alabama in Norman for a Friday night primetime showdown. Can Brent Venables beat Kalen DeBoer again and turn this into a full-blown rivalry? Did the Selection Committee get it right with Indiana, Georgia, Tech, Miami and the rest of the field? Rob a...

The Oklahoma Sooners escaped with a 17-13 win over LSU in Norman, and Brad has thoughts. The defense once again delivered turnovers and big-moment stops, but the offense struggled to find rhythm and protect the football. Three Mateer interceptions and stalled drives kept LSU in the game late.  Can OU clean things up in time for a playoff push? In today’s episode, Brad breaks down: • Biggest takeaw...

The Oklahoma Sooners just stacked another ranked win — and the defense did it with straight violence. In this episode, Rob and Brad break down how Oklahoma’s defense suffocated Missouri, shut down the SEC’s top rushing attack, and turned another heavyweight matchup into a grindhouse film. We cover: • How Peyton Bowen and the secondary choked out Missouri’s passing game • Why the defensive front is...

Oklahoma just walked out of Tuscaloosa with season defining win.  In this episode, Brad jumps on to share his takeaways, we check in on the advanced numbers, and then walk through the defensive plays that kept OU in control. Nothing fancy. Just football talk, numbers and film.. What we hit in the show: • Brad’s biggest thoughts after the Bama game • What the advanced metrics say right now • The de...

This episode is a midweek Game Lab preview for the critical Tuscaloosa matchup: playoff implications, X‑factors (turn red‑zone FGs into TDs, commit to the run, pressure Ty Simpson), injury notes, and a film/stat breakdown of Alabama's cover‑3 defense and perimeter tendencies. Tempered optimism but a clear game plan for the Sooners. Welcome to Strategic Showdown, where Brad and Rob break down the b...

James Hale joins Brad and Rob for a full Pulse Check on the Oklahoma Sooners. The crew breaks down where OU truly stands heading into the Alabama matchup from leadership and consistency to the X-factors that could decide the game. They dive into film and advanced stats from both teams, highlighting key battles in the trenches, explosive playmakers to watch, and what the Sooners must do to make a s...

The Champion Standard crew breaks down Oklahoma’s gritty road win over Tennessee. Brad and Rob dive into five takeaways, Tate Sandell’s clutch performance, advanced analytics from the Champion Standard dashboard, and an in-depth film breakdown of Brent Venables’ defense. This was a tendency-breaking game where Oklahoma trusted its players, attacked on defense, and found just enough rhythm on offen...

Oklahoma football’s run game renaissance lasted all of one week. Rob, JY, and Alex break down how the Sooners went from pounding South Carolina on the ground to abandoning everything that worked against Ole Miss. From the film room to the analytics dashboard, this episode exposes the painful truth — Oklahoma’s offense is broken by its own choices. The crew dissects John Mateer’s missed reads, Ben...

The Sooners’ comeback bid came up just short in a brutal 34–26 loss to Ole Miss. In this breakdown, Rob and Brad dive into what went wrong — and what it means for Oklahoma’s SEC push. 📊 Game Notes: John Mateer: 17/31, 223 yards Xavier Robinson: 9 carries, 109 yards, 2 TDs Isaiah Sategna: 6 catches, 131 yards, 1 TD Sooners averaged 4.9 YPC but converted just 4-of-14 on 3rd down Ole Miss QB Chambli...

Oklahoma football got back to its roots — physical, balanced, and brutally efficient. In this Trench Warfare edition of the Champion Standard Podcast, Rob, Alex, and J-Y break down how the Sooners dominated the line of scrimmage in their 26-7 win over South Carolina. They dive into: 🏈 Why Ben Arbuckle’s simplified game plan changed everything 💥 How Duo and Inside Zone became OU’s offensive heart...