Oklahoma 2026 Game Predictions | Recruiting News | Sooner Smiths LIVE #43

Oklahoma Sooners Live 211

Episode Notes: Oklahoma Sooners Live #211 Hosts: Rob Fontenot (“Big Guy Rob”) & Roger Schilling (“MCM Raj”) Platform: OklahomaVOCFB (YouTube) Date: July 19, 2026 (pre-2026 season discussion) Length: ~1 hour 25 minutes Sponsor: FanDuel EPISODE SUMMARY A casual, fan-focused Oklahoma Sooners football talk show covering preseason simulator results, season predictions, transfer portal trends, historical player rankings by jersey number, coach/Heisman odds, and a “Touchdown or Turnover” fan Q&A segment. The hosts keep a light, conversational tone with lots of fan interaction in the chat. KEY TOPICS & HIGHLIGHTS 1. Simulator Games & Season Outlook * Oklahoma is 4-0 in EA Sports simulator games (beat New Mexico easily; Georgia result not spoiled on-air initially). * Win probability models project Oklahoma at 7-5 overall. * High-confidence wins: UTEP (99%), New Mexico State (94.9%), Kentucky (86%), etc. * Toss-ups/Road challenges: Michigan (~48%), Georgia (23%), Texas (24%), Florida (54%), A&M (~50%). * Hosts personally predict 10-2 or 11-1, believing the model underrates OU. * Texas is projected at 12-0 in one model (hosts strongly disagree). 2. Schedule Strength * Oklahoma has the 2nd-toughest schedule in the country (Arkansas is #1). * Texas is also in the top 5. SEC teams dominate the hardest schedules. 3. Transfer Portal Usage (SEC) * Top teams by portal additions: A&M (26), Bama (24), OU (23), Tennessee (22), Texas (21), Georgia (15). * Arkansas leads with 48 transfers. * Discussion on how transfers have changed conference dynamics. 4. Quarterback Rankings (Heisman Winners) Hosts and chat ranked four legendary OU QBs: * 1. Baker Mayfield (strong consensus) * 2. Sam Bradford * 3/4. Jason White / Kyler Murray (order debated) All won Heismans; none won a natty. 5. Greatest Sooners by Jersey Number (26–40) A recurring segment. Notable picks: * 26: Jack Mitchell (QB, 1948 All-American) * 27: Indian Jack Jacobs (QB/DB/P) * 28: Adrian Peterson (“All Day”) * 29: Ricky Dixon (Jim Thorpe winner) * 30: Greg Pruitt * 31: Obo Okoronkwo * 32: Samaje Perine (NCAA single-game rushing record holder) * 33: Eddie Hinton / Deontay Parker * 34: Spencer Tillman * 35: Billy Vessels (first OU Heisman winner) * 36: Steve Owens * 37: Michael Turk (punter) / Anthony Phillips * 38: Roy Williams (DB) * 39: Kevin Murphy * 40: Curtis Lott / Leon Heath 6. Other Notes * Lincoln Riley ranked #21 among current head coaches in one preseason top-25 list (hosts noted perceived disrespect toward OU). * FanDuel Heisman odds: CJ Carr (Notre Dame) & Arch Manning (Texas) as co-favorites (+750). * John Mateer (OU QB) ranked #4 in one QB list. * Strength of schedule power rankings again highlight OU/Texas near the top. 7. Touchdown or Turnover Segment Fan-submitted rapid-fire questions: * Another OU RB breaks Samaje Perine’s 427-yard single-game record? → Turnover * John Mateer gets 4,000 pass + 1,000 rush yards? → Turnover * 2000 OU defense > 1985 OU defense? → Turnover (stats favor 1985 in points/yards allowed) * Future OU coach surpasses Bob Stoops’ 191 wins? → Turnover OVERALL TONE & AUDIENCE Very fan-oriented, positive but realistic outlook on the 2026 season. Heavy nostalgia/history mixed with current hype around the SEC transition, John Mateer, and tough schedule. Strong chat engagement (regulars like Mars, JD, Chloe Schilling, Hardcore Harry, etc.). Best for: Sooner fans wanting a relaxed, homer-friendly breakdown with deep history, stats, and betting odds. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oklahoma 2026 Game Predictions | Recruiting News | Sooner Smiths LIVE #43

Episode Notes: Oklahoma 2026 Game Predictions | Recruiting News | Sooner Smiths LIVE #43 Hosts: Chad Smith & Tierani (T) Smith Show: Sooner Smiths LIVE on Oklahoma Voice of College Football Network (presented by FanDuel) Date: Monday, July 13, 2026 (approx. 1-hour episode) KEY HIGHLIGHTS & TOPICS 1. Recruiting Updates (2027 Class) * Oklahoma has secured three 5-star commits so far — a strong haul. * Senica Driver (TE, Danville, KY): #15 overall, #1 TE. * Gabriel Osborne (QB, Oklahoma City, Carl Albert HS): New 5-star, #21 overall. * Cooper Haggett (Fort Gibson, OK): #12 overall, 5-star (will miss senior year due to injury but expected to contribute in college). * Additional near-5-stars: Kaden Pennytock (4 spots off threshold), Bode Sparrow (could rise this fall). * Kelry Ben (RB, #14 in class) reaffirms commitment after an event that raised initial questions. * Context: Highest blue-chip ratio for an Oklahoma senior class since early/mid-2000s. Strong in-state talent pipeline. 2. 2026 Season Schedule & Themed Games * Early home games in evening slots (good for atmosphere). * Notable themes: * New Mexico: Stripe the Stadium. * Kentucky: Throwback jerseys. * South Carolina: Homecoming + Native American Heritage + Military Appreciation (alternate jerseys likely). * Texas A&M: Senior Day. * Hardest schedule in the SEC per ESPN (Oklahoma #2 overall). 3. Upcoming Guests (Previews) * July 27/28: John — Georgia matchup. * Late July (27th): Cord (Ghost of Texas Football) — Texas preview. * Aug 3: Drew & brother — Texas A&M + Biscuits & AC (SEC). * Aug 10: Maggie — Missouri. * Aug 17: Rob — South Carolina. * Aug 24: D — Florida. * Aug 31: Season opener preview. * Later: TJ for Michigan. 4. 2026 Game Predictions & Analysis Hosts are optimistic due to returning experience, depth, talent, and improved attitude/leadership (especially on offense). They highlight 2024 offensive struggles (113th) improving to 92nd in 2025 — modest further gains could make OU a serious playoff contender. Key Games & Takes: * UTEP (Win): Easy opener; limit starters. * Michigan (Win): Make-or-break early road game. New coach + returning talent favors OU. Better roster confidence. * Georgia (Likely Loss): Toughest; Kirby Smart’s sustained success. Possible close loss. * Texas (Win): Healthy OU favored. Prefer OU’s defense/front over Texas’ offense. Concerns over Arch Manning hype vs. reality; Cam Coleman is the main threat. * Kentucky, Mississippi State, South Carolina (Wins). * Florida (Win): Swamp will be tough, but Florida’s recent struggles noted. * Ole Miss (Win): Trinidad Chandler is a major athletic threat at QB. * Texas A&M (Toss-up / Possible Loss): Marcel Reed + strong pieces make this dangerous at home for OU. * Missouri (Win): Scrappy but winnable. Overall Record Predictions: * Chad & T: Both predict 10-2 (ceiling 11-1, floor ~8-4/9-3). * Focus on staying healthy, reducing turnovers (big issue in 2025 big games), and offensive line/run game improvements. 5. Other Notes * Baby Drake makes several appearances (4 months old) — lighthearted family moments. * Emphasis on fan engagement: Like/subscribe, comment predictions post-show, join YouTube chat. * Optimism rooted in roster continuity, coaching, and recent program momentum (e.g., baseball success as “hopium”). Episode Tone: Casual, fun, optimistic OU fan perspective with realistic caveats on tough SEC road. Strong recruiting focus early, then deep schedule preview. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Greatest Sooners By Number, Oklahoma Sooners LIVE 210

Oklahoma Sooners LIVE Episode 210: Greatest Sooners by Number (11-25) Hosts: Rob Bass (Rob Fontenot) & Roger “MCM” Schilling Date/Context: ~July 2026 (preseason focus); Episode 3 in the “Big Guys” series Sponsored by: FanDuel Length: ~1 hour 14 minutes Platform: OklahomaVOCFB (live with strong chat engagement from fans like Boomer Sooner, Oklahoma Sooners Football, etc.) EPISODE OVERVIEW The hosts continue their “Greatest Sooners by Jersey Number” series, covering #11–25. They discuss OU’s new SEC revenue sharing boost, Sam Bradford mentoring John Mateer, schedule strength, 2026 season outlook, and fan-favorite Touchdown or Turnover segment. Casual banter includes personal stories, fan interaction, and lighthearted tangents. KEY TOPICS & TIMESTAMPS (FOR CLIPS/SHORTS) * 0:00 – 3:00 — Intro & Show Format Welcome, episode 210 / Big Guys #3. Outline: Greatest players by number (11-25), revenue sharing, Bradford/Mateer, Touchdown or Turnover (4 quarters + OT). * 2:43 – 6:00 — OU Revenue Sharing Update OU/Texas now receiving full SEC share (~$72M avg. per school vs. prior ~$2.6M holdback). Helps NIL/player acquisition amid reported deficit. Comparison to Big Ten (~$76M). * 5:56 – 12:10 — Sam Bradford Mentoring John Mateer Bradford (late 30s/early 40s) personally reached out to mentor Mateer on mental processing, defensive film study, and quizzes. Pre-spring ball work. Hosts praise Bradford’s analytical mind and loyalty. * 12:10 – 16:50 — Banter & Personal Stories High school mascots (Unicorns, Matadors), Rob’s Tundra truck, work anniversaries, aging reflections, and storm/power outage stories. * 13:47 – 15:00 — 2026 Schedule Strength OU has the #3 toughest schedule (top-heavy). Hosts argue this justifies preseason rankings and sets up a strong season if they navigate early tough games. * 17:10 – 51:30 — Greatest Sooners by Number (#11–25) Hosts alternate picks with honorable mentions and fan input. Consensus or notable picks: #11: Tinker Owens / Jack Mildren (Godfather of the Wishbone) – Teddy Lehman honorable mention. #12: Landry Jones (16,646 pass yds, 123 TDs; underrated). Paul Thompson also discussed. #13: Steve Sewell (Broncos). #14: Josh Heupel (natty winner) vs. Sam Bradford (Heisman). #15: Jimmy Harris (25-0, part of 47-game win streak, played both ways, 2 natties). #16: Eddie Crowder (both ways, 1950 natty). #17: Andre Woolfolk (receiver → DB, Titans). #18: Jason White (Heisman winner). #19: Zack Henderson (2x natty, All-American, played 3 pro leagues). #20: Eric Striker / Billy Sims (Heisman). #21: Darrell Royal (interception record). #22: Quentin Griffin (6 TDs vs. Texas) over Marcus Dupree. #23: Dwell Brewer / Alan Patrick. #24: Joe Washington (“Silver Shoes”). #25: Tommy McDonald (Heisman runner-up) or DJ Wolf discussion. * 29:30 – 1:03:00 — Touchdown or Turnover (Fan-Driven) * OU’s best defense since 2000 → TD (unanimous). * Move Red River Rivalry to NFL stadium (e.g., Cowboys) for ticket sales → Split (some TD, some Turnover; hosts lean TD for revenue). * John Mateer as Heisman finalist (if healthy) → TD (unanimous). * Bring back Bedlam → TD (strong support). Additional OT topics: Nebraska rivalry revival, early Michigan game, etc. * 1:03:00 – End — EA CFB 27 Simulation Talk, Schedule Notes, Closing Michigan sim discussion, 2026 early schedule (Michigan Fri., New Mexico, Georgia, Texas), day off between big games. Show closes with fan thanks, Big Guys crew shoutouts, and next-week tease (likely #26–40). NOTABLE QUOTES / SOUNDBITES * “Hats off to the guy [Bradford]… willing to come in [and] mentor Mateer.” * On Landry Jones: “The most overlooked and underrated… quarterback in OU history.” * On Jimmy Harris: “25 and 0… started both sides of the ball.” * “We’re not soft.” (recurring theme on toughness/schedule). * Touchdown/turnover energy: Full chat participation predicted and delivered. THUMBNAIL / SOCIAL IDEAS * “Greatest Sooners by Number: 11-25 Bradford Mentors Mateer + Big TDTO” * “Heisman Winners, Natty Legends & Wishbone Godfather | OU LIVE 210” * Tags: #BoomerSooner #OklahomaFootball #Sooners #CFB PRODUCTION NOTES FOR CLIPS * Strong short-form potential: Bradford/Mateer mentoring (~6-12 min segment), individual player picks (quick hits), TDTO reactions, and nostalgia banter. * Fan chat highlights (Boomer Sooner, Oklahoma Sooners Football, etc.) add energy. * Next episode: Continue series with 26-40; more preseason talk. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sam Bradford BACK?! | 2026 Expectations? | Recruiting News | Sooner Smiths LIVE #42

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Oklahoma Sooners LIVE 209

Oklahoma Sooners LIVE #209 Episode Notes Hosts: Rob Fontenot (Robbo / Rob Bass) & Roger Schilling Platform: OklahomaVOCFB (Voice of College Football – Oklahoma page) Length: ~1 hour 16 minutes Date/Time: Sunday evening (live at ~6:30 PM) MAIN SEGMENTS & HIGHLIGHTS 1. Opening & Banter * Welcomed viewers, including family (hosts' moms, Tyler Evans, Mars, Jimmy Satterfield, etc.). * Light-hearted chat about nicknames, aging, and the show's growth (400+ views from prior episode). * Mentioned new OU QB commitments: Bo Bentley (likely next year's starter) and a future high school prospect. 2. Top OU Players by Jersey Number (0–10) The core segment: Hosts (and chat) ranked the best Sooners by number. Consensus picks included: * #0: David Stone (Dell City connection) * #1: Kyler Murray (Heisman winner); strong mentions of Jalen Hurts & J.C. Watts (personal connection for Roger) * #2: Derek Straight (hosts aligned); CeeDee Lamb also noted * #3: Sterling Shepard * #4: Jamel Holloway (1985 wishbone champion) * #5: Steve Davis (Heisman winner, strong record as starter) * #6: Baker Mayfield (dominant stats, easiest pick) * #7: DeMarco Murray (all-time touchdown leader) * #8: Roy Williams / Darryl Shepard / Nate Hibble mentions * #9: Mark Clayton (two-time All-American) * #10: Uwe von Schamann (iconic kicker, "the kick," two-time national champion); also Torrance Marshall & others Honorable mentions: Hollywood Brown, Adrian Peterson (wrong number), etc. Fun nostalgia on names like Buster Rimes, Elvis Peacock, and General Booty. 3. Touchdown or Turnover Segment Interactive chat-driven Q&A: * Brahms sponsor patch on jerseys → Mostly Turnover (some mixed). * OU wins 9+ games → Strong Touchdown. * 1,000-yard receiver in 2025 → Mixed, leaning optimistic Touchdown. * 12-team playoff format → Touchdown. * Transfer portal helps OU win a title → Touchdown. * Friday night college games (e.g., OU-Texas) → Turnover (conflicts with high school Friday Night Lights; night shift issues). 4. Season Outlook & Expectations * Realistic goal: 9-3 to 10-2, bowl win, playoff contention. * Strengths: Elite defense (top-ranked DL), experience, John Mateer at QB, deep threats/tall WRs. * Concerns: Tough schedule (Georgia, Texas, Michigan), transfer portal volatility. * Optimism for playoffs and potential deep run. 5. FanDuel National Championship Odds * Ohio State (+550), Notre Dame (+650), Texas (+750), etc. * OU sat at #12 — hosts viewed this as respectable given the gauntlet ahead. 6. Other Notes * Discussion on transfer portal loyalty, NIL/contracts, and coaching moves. * Simulation hype for OU vs. opponents (Mateer fumbles early but comeback win). * Viewer interaction strong throughout (chat shoutouts, memes, etc.). * Closing: Big Guy Posse energy, Boomer Sooner chants, Oski love, next week preview (jersey numbers 11+). Overall Vibe: Casual, nostalgic, fan-focused Oklahoma football talk with humor, history, and optimism. Strong community engagement. Perfect off-season content leading into the 2026 season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.