Oklahoma's Offensive Reload: Breaking Down the Sooners' 12 New Transfer Additions
The transfer portal window may have closed, but the work inside the Oklahoma football facility is just getting started. With winter workouts underway and the spring semester rolling, Brent Venables and general manager Jim Nagy have officially ushered in Team 132 - and they’ve done so with a roster that’s been carefully retooled for another run at the College Football Playoff.
The Sooners didn’t just survive the portal cycle - they thrived in it. While retaining key draft-eligible players like quarterback John Mateer, wideout Isaiah Sategna, linebacker Kip Lewis, and kicker Tate Sandell was a major win in itself, Oklahoma also hit the portal with purpose.
The result? Seventeen total additions, twelve of which bolster the offensive side of the ball.
Let’s take a closer look at those twelve offensive newcomers - who they are, where they fit, and how big of an impact they could have in Norman this fall.
Wide Receiver Room Gets a Facelift
Oklahoma added three wideouts, each bringing a unique skill set to the table:
- Trell Harris (Virginia): Harris comes in with ACC experience and a knack for creating separation in short-yardage situations. He’s not a burner, but he’s reliable - think third-down security blanket.
- Parker Livingstone (Texas): A former Longhorn with size and vertical ability, Livingstone could be a red-zone weapon if he builds chemistry with Mateer. His frame and ball skills make him a matchup problem.
- Mackenzie Alleyne (Washington State): Alleyne brings some Pac-12 polish and route-running savvy. He may not be a day-one starter, but he’s the kind of depth piece that makes a difference in a long season.
With Sategna returning, these additions give Oklahoma options - and more importantly, competition - in a room that needs consistent production to keep pace in the SEC.
Tight End Depth Gets a Boost
The Sooners didn’t just dip into the portal for one tight end. They grabbed three:
- Hayden Hansen (Florida): Hansen is a physical presence with SEC experience. He’s the most likely of the trio to carve out a significant role early, especially in blocking packages.
- Rocky Beers (Colorado State): Beers is more of a hybrid - not quite a wideout, not quite a traditional tight end. He could be used in motion or out of the slot to stretch defenses horizontally.
- Jack Van Dorselaer (Tennessee): Another SEC product, Van Dorselaer brings toughness and versatility. He’s a sneaky candidate for special teams and short-yardage packages.
The tight end position is often overlooked, but in Jeff Lebby’s offense, versatility and physicality at this spot can unlock a lot. This trio gives Oklahoma the flexibility to go big or spread it out.
Running Back Room Adds Firepower
Two backs are joining the fold:
- Lloyd Avant (Colorado State): Avant is a downhill runner with vision and patience. He’s not flashy, but he moves the chains and wears down defenses.
- Benjamin McCreary (Incarnate Word): McCreary is the wildcard. Coming from the FCS ranks, he’s explosive in space and has pass-catching chops. If he adjusts to the speed of the SEC, he could be a change-of-pace weapon.
Neither is expected to take over the backfield, but both bring traits that complement what Oklahoma already has. Depth is critical in the SEC, and these two backs add valuable insurance.
Offensive Line: Reinforcements Up Front
Perhaps the most critical additions came in the trenches. Oklahoma brought in four offensive linemen:
- Peyton Joseph (Georgia Tech): Joseph is the headliner here. A multi-year starter in the ACC, he brings experience, toughness, and leadership. Pencil him in as a strong contender for a starting interior spot.
- Caleb Nitta (WKU): Nitta has versatility - he’s played guard and tackle - and could be a swing piece on the line. He’s the type of player who might not start Week 1 but ends up playing a lot of snaps by season’s end.
- E’Marion Harris (Arkansas): Harris brings SEC size and strength. He’s still developing, but the tools are there. If the coaching staff can unlock his potential, he’s a future starter.
- Kenny Wermy (UCO/former OU walk-on): Wermy’s return is a feel-good story, but it’s also a depth play. He knows the program, the system, and what’s expected. Don’t be surprised if he pushes for a backup role.
With Oklahoma transitioning to the SEC, beefing up the offensive line was a must. This group brings a mix of experience, upside, and positional flexibility - all critical ingredients for surviving the weekly grind of SEC play.
What It All Means for 2026
Coming off a 10-win season and a College Football Playoff berth, Oklahoma isn’t looking to rebuild - they’re reloading. These twelve offensive portal additions reflect a clear strategy: add experience, create competition, and build depth across the board.
Some of these players - like Joseph, Hansen, and Harris - could be impact starters from day one. Others may take time to develop or serve in rotational roles. But collectively, they raise the floor and ceiling of this offense heading into a pivotal 2026 campaign.
We’ll break down the defensive additions soon, but for now, it’s clear: the Sooners didn’t just fill holes - they made strategic moves to stay in the national conversation. And with winter workouts underway, the foundation is being laid for what could be another special season in Norman.