Spring Football Returns: Oklahoma Sooners Kick Off Under Venables
The Oklahoma Sooners are back in action as they embark on their fifth spring under head coach Brent Venables. With the first practice scheduled for Wednesday, fans and media alike are eager to catch a glimpse of Team 132 as preparations for the 2026 season get underway.
Coming off a solid 10-3 season and a return to the College Football Playoff for the first time since 2019, the Sooners are looking to build on that momentum. Wednesday’s practice offers a brief media viewing window, giving us an early look at how the team is shaping up.
This practice marks the beginning of a journey leading to the spring game on April 18 at Owen Field. After last year's hiatus and the Crimson Combine experiment, the traditional intrasquad scrimmage is back. As spring practices progress and transition into fall camp in August, we'll gain insights into key position battles, emerging players, and the depth chart dynamics.
While the official depth chart won’t be released until the week of the season opener against UTEP on September 5, there’s plenty to speculate about. The Sooners Illustrated team has put together a projected depth chart, offering fans a sneak peek into what the lineup might look like.
Stay tuned as we follow the Sooners’ journey through spring practices and beyond, diving deep into the strategies and talents that could define their 2026 campaign.