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Lane Johnson Speaks the Truth About the NFL Draft

From a zero-star recruit to one of the most dominant players in the NFL, Lane Johnson’s journey is built on resilience, discipline, and mindset. In this interview, Lane breaks down the NFL Draft process, what NFL teams REALLY look for, his thoughts on NIL in college football, and the mentality it takes to compete at the highest level. If you’re a Sooner fan or NFL fan, you’ll love this interview. Chapters: 0:47 The NFL Draft Experience 2:22 What NFL Teams REALLY Look For 3:21 Zero-Star to Top Pick Mindset 5:40 College Football to NFL Transition Explained 8:23 The Most Important Trait in the NFL 9:04 Lane Johnson on NIL & College Football Today 12:44 Advice to His Younger Self FOLLOW RED DIRT MEDIA HERE: ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/reddirtmediaco/ ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/RedDirtMediaCo ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@reddirtmediaco?_t=8huawl3kzzq&_r=1 ► APPLE | https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/red-dirt-media/id1672412169 ► SPOTIFY | https://open.spotify.com/show/0qQNmzvJ3YRWJIg40TOXqE?si=cf4782cbaac0461b #oklahomafootball #collegefootball #sooners #oklahomasooners

“I Play With My Hair On Fire” Jaren Kanak Explains | Red Dirt Rambles

From switching positions to embracing a “play with your hair on fire” mentality, Jaren Kanak, the Oklahoma standout, breaks down what NFL teams are really getting—on and off the field. Jaren shares about the process of transitioning from linebacker to tight end, his NFL goals, most memorable moments at Oklahoma, and how he’s looking forward to to the draft. FOLLOW RED DIRT MEDIA HERE: ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/reddirtmediaco/ ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/RedDirtMediaCo ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@reddirtmediaco?_t=8huawl3kzzq&_r=1 ► APPLE | https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/red-dirt-media/id1672412169 ► SPOTIFY | https://open.spotify.com/show/0qQNmzvJ3YRWJIg40TOXqE?si=cf4782cbaac0461b #NFLDRAFT #OKLAHOMAFOOTBALL #sec #nfl

What Is a ‘Dirty Kickoff’? Oklahoma’s Austin Welch Explains

What is a “dirty kickoff”… and why are NFL scouts paying attention? Oklahoma kicker Austin Welch breaks down the unique knuckleball-style kickoff he’s been developing — plus what it takes to reach the next level at Pro Day. From growing up with NFL dreams to representing Oklahoma, Welch shares the mindset, motivation, and moments that shaped his journey. This is a must-watch for any football fan. FOLLOW RED DIRT MEDIA HERE: ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/reddirtmediaco/ ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/RedDirtMediaCo ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@reddirtmediaco?_t=8huawl3kzzq&_r=1 ► APPLE | https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/red-dirt-media/id1672412169 ► SPOTIFY | https://open.spotify.com/show/0qQNmzvJ3YRWJIg40TOXqE?si=cf4782cbaac0461b #OklahomaFootball #CollegeFootball #nfldraft

Oklahoma LB Owen Heinecke Recaps NFL Combine & NFL Draft Journey

Oklahoma Sooners linebacker Owen Heinecke sits down at Pro Day to break down his NFL Combine experience, draft preparation, and journey from OU fan to NFL prospect. From training at EXOS in Dallas to navigating the “week from hell” at the combine, Heinecke shares what really goes on behind the scenes — including workouts, meetings with NFL scouts, and the mental grind of getting draft-ready. He also opens up about some juicy locker room stories, what NFL teams are looking for, and who talks the most trash on the team. FOLLOW RED DIRT MEDIA HERE: ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/reddirtmediaco/ ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/RedDirtMediaCo ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@reddirtmediaco?_t=8huawl3kzzq&_r=1 ► APPLE | https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/red-dirt-media/id1672412169 ► SPOTIFY | https://open.spotify.com/show/0qQNmzvJ3YRWJIg40TOXqE?si=cf4782cbaac0461b #oklahomafootball #collegefootball #sooners #nfldraft #nfl

R Mason Thomas Reveals What NFL Teams REALLY Want… | Red Dirt Rambles

R Mason Thomas opens up about his NFL Combine experience, Oklahoma Pro Day, and what teams are REALLY looking for as he prepares for the next level. From how he prepared for the biggest moment of his career to breaking down his mindset as a relentless defensive player, this is a rare inside look at the grind behind becoming an NFL athlete. Thomas also talks about adjusting from the Big 12 to the SEC, learning from Nick Bosa and Aidan Hutchinson, along with some his favorite Oklahoma memories. FOLLOW RED DIRT MEDIA HERE: ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/reddirtmediaco/ ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/RedDirtMediaCo ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@reddirtmediaco?_t=8huawl3kzzq&_r=1 ► APPLE | https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/red-dirt-media/id1672412169 ► SPOTIFY | https://open.spotify.com/show/0qQNmzvJ3YRWJIg40TOXqE?si=cf4782cbaac0461b #OklahomaFootball #Sooners #NFLDraft #MasonThomas #CollegeFootball