The NFL Combine is right around the corner, and Oklahoma is showing up in a big way.
Ten former Sooners have earned invites to this year’s scouting showcase in Indianapolis, a major jump from the three who made the trip a year ago. It’s the most Oklahoma representation at the Combine since 2022, when 11 Sooners were invited. This year, the group is a balanced mix of offensive firepower and defensive grit-three offensive players and seven on the defensive side of the ball.
Let’s break down the names to know as they get ready to put their skills on full display at Lucas Oil Stadium from February 23 to March 2.
Offensive Standouts
Deion Burks, a dynamic wide receiver who transferred in from Purdue, will be one to watch. In two seasons at Oklahoma, he racked up 88 catches for 865 yards and seven touchdowns.
His 2024 campaign was limited by injury, but he still ended the year second on the team in receiving with 57 grabs for 620 yards and four scores. Burks brings speed, route-running polish, and a knack for creating separation-traits that could turn heads in Indianapolis.
Jaren Kanak is one of the more intriguing stories in this group. A former linebacker who made the switch to tight end just last offseason, Kanak adapted quickly and effectively.
He finished third on the team in receiving with 44 catches for 533 yards. That kind of production in a first year at a new position speaks volumes about his athleticism and football IQ.
He’s a raw but high-upside prospect who could rise with a strong Combine showing.
Febechi Nwaiwu might be the most quietly dominant player heading to Indy. After transferring from North Texas, where he began as a walk-on, Nwaiwu became a rock on Oklahoma’s offensive line.
He started all 26 games over the last two seasons-24 at right guard and the final two at center-and didn’t allow a single sack. According to Pro Football Focus, he finished the 2025 season tied for the best pass-blocking grade (91.6) among all FBS interior linemen.
That’s elite company.
Defensive Depth
The defensive line is where Oklahoma’s presence really stands out.
R Mason Thomas headlines the group after a stellar senior season. Over the past two years, he piled up 15.5 sacks, 21 tackles for loss, and 63 pressures.
Add in four forced fumbles, two defensive touchdowns, and a safety, and you’ve got a playmaker who consistently impacted games off the edge. He was a second-team All-American for a reason.
Marvin Jones Jr. adds more firepower off the edge. A former five-star recruit, Jones had stops at Georgia and Florida State before landing in Norman.
In his lone season with the Sooners, he started nine games and recorded 21 tackles, five tackles for loss, two sacks, and 15 pressures. While his production wasn’t eye-popping, the tools are there-and the Combine could be his chance to show them off.
Gracen Halton and Damonic Williams were the anchors on the interior. Halton, a four-year Sooner, blossomed over his final two seasons, putting together 63 tackles, 13 for loss, 8.5 sacks, and 59 pressures.
He also forced three fumbles and scored a defensive touchdown. Williams, a transfer from TCU, was a steady presence inside, totaling 62 tackles, nine for loss, and 2.5 sacks in two seasons.
Both bring experience and production to the table.
Owen Heinecke is one of the more unconventional paths to the Combine. The former lacrosse player at Ohio State walked on at Oklahoma and made the most of his opportunity.
In 2025, he earned All-SEC honors with 74 tackles, 12 for loss, and 15 pressures. He tried to get a sixth year of eligibility but was denied.
Now, he’s focused on proving he belongs at the next level.
Kendal Daniels, a transfer from Oklahoma State, made an immediate impact in his lone season with the Sooners. Playing the hybrid "Cheetah" role, he logged 53 tackles, nine for loss, and 10 pressures. His versatility and downhill style should make him an intriguing fit for NFL teams looking for a modern linebacker-safety hybrid.
Robert Spears-Jennings rounds out the group. A four-year contributor at safety, Spears-Jennings played in 47 games with 25 starts.
He tallied 178 tackles, eight for loss, 2.5 sacks, two interceptions, four pass breakups, and five forced fumbles. That’s a resume that shows durability, consistency, and a nose for the football.
Former Sooners Elsewhere
A few other former Oklahoma players will also be at the Combine, though they finished their college careers elsewhere. Running back Seth McGowan (Kentucky), wide receiver Brenen Thompson (Mississippi State), and tight end Bauer Sharp (LSU) are among the invitees.
For Oklahoma, this year’s Combine class is a clear sign of the program’s continued ability to develop NFL-caliber talent across the board. From walk-ons and transfers to position-switchers and five-star recruits, the Sooners are sending a diverse and talented group to Indianapolis. Now, it’s time to see who can turn heads and climb draft boards.