Locked On Sooners - Daily Podcast On Oklahoma Sooners Football & Basketball
Locked On Sooners podcast is the daily podcast that keeps you ahead of the games and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Oklahoma Sooners. Hosted by John Williams, the managing editor of The Sooners Wire at USA TODAY Sports and Jay Smith of Unfair Sports, the Locked On Sooners podcast provides your daily Oklahoma Sooners fix with expert opinions, big-name guests, interviews, recaps, local analysis, and coverage of all things Boomer Sooner. From the thunderous roar of the crowds at the Gaylord Family Oklahoma Memorial Stadium to the pursuit of victory in the Lloyd Noble Center, and everywhere in between, the Locked On Sooners podcast takes you beyond the headlines for the inside scoops from the biggest stories inside the Sooners’ locker room and the SEC. The Locked On Sooners podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.
Episodes
Oklahoma Sooners shake up their coaching staff, parting ways with tight ends coach Joe Jon Finley after years of stalled production. Is the arrival of Ben Arbuckle’s offensive vision about to reshape OU’s future? John Williams and Jay Smith debate top candidates to fill the crucial position, with names like Kevin Wilson, Brian Lepak, and even NFL legend Jason Witten entering the mix—and raise big questions on recruiting and player ...
Oklahoma Sooners rocked by massive transfer portal exodus—can Brent Venables’ squad rebound before SEC play? With 11 players, including quarterback Michael Hawkins Jr. and defensive standouts Davon Jordan and Marcus Strong, announcing transfer intentions on New Year’s Eve, the Sooners’ depth takes a serious hit across the offensive line, defensive tackle, and cornerback groups.
John Williams and Jay Smith break down the biggest port...
Can John Mateer unlock another level and lead the Oklahoma Sooners back to the College Football Playoff in 2026? Jay Smith and John Williams break down Mateer’s growth, mechanical challenges, and the critical role his development will play for Oklahoma in the SEC. With historical comparisons to SEC quarterbacks like Joe Burrow and Jayden Daniels, the hosts spotlight Mateer’s potential—and what's holding him back—as they debate his ...
Oklahoma Sooners target Auburn’s Cam Coleman as their must-get transfer to ignite the offense. Can Brent Venables land the game-changing wide receiver and reload for a College Football Playoff run?
John Williams and Jay Smith break down the Sooners’ hottest portal priorities, from Cam Coleman’s elite playmaking and Isaiah Satania’s disruptive slot potential to the state of the running back room with names like Caleb Hawkins and Lloy...
The Oklahoma Sooners gear up for a pivotal offseason as the transfer portal opens, with Brent Venables and staff zeroing in on running back, wide receiver, offensive tackle, linebacker, and tight end as priority positions. Will key players like Kip Lewis and Isa Satania return, or should fans brace for more departures? Jay Smith and John Williams weigh the impact of injuries, youth development, and potential portal targets—such as ...
Oklahoma Sooners clinched a College Football Playoff berth after a season of grit and standout performances. Which moments truly defined their 2025 campaign?
Jay Smith and John Williams spotlight the Tennessee game as the turning point, dissect hits like Kendal Daniels’ game-changing tackle and Taylor Wine’s breakout seven-sack season. Key discussions include Isaiah Sategna's clutch touchdown versus LSU, Tate Sandell’s record-settin...
Three SEC powerhouses—Alabama, Georgia, and Ole Miss—remain in the hunt for a College Football Playoff title, but which squad has the edge to secure a national championship? The panel debates playoff predictions, debating the strengths and vulnerabilities of Alabama, Lane Kiffin’s Ole Miss, and the ever-dominant Georgia Bulldogs. Can Ole Miss pull off a Disney-worthy run? Will Georgia’s balanced attack prove unstoppable, or is Alab...
Oklahoma Sooners silence critics with a gritty 10-2 season and College Football Playoff berth despite Paul Finebaum’s claims they didn’t belong. Did key defensive stops and clutch plays prove the doubters wrong? Jay Smith and John Williams break down Oklahoma’s biggest wins, controversial officiating moments, and the rollercoaster ride through SEC competition, including close battles against Auburn, Alabama, and Tennessee.
Roster sh...
Oklahoma Sooners brace for a dramatic roster shakeup as tight ends Kaden Helms and Isaiah Dent plan to enter the transfer portal, joining other key departures. Will the tight end room’s overhaul ignite a breakthrough or expose new vulnerabilities as Oklahoma heads into SEC play? The quarterback situation faces pivotal questions, with John Mateer’s NFL Draft eligibility making his future a central storyline—could his return provide ...
Oklahoma Sooners face a pivotal offseason after their College Football Playoff exit, with linebacker Kobie McKinzie entering the transfer portal. Can Brent Venables maintain defensive dominance and retool his roster to stay in championship contention?
John Williams and Jay Smith break down Oklahoma’s biggest offseason needs, spotlighting the wide receiver room’s lack of depth, the importance of revamping the linebacker corps, and cr...
Oklahoma Sooners collapse against Alabama Crimson Tide after a promising 17-0 start, raising tough questions about closing out high-stakes games. Special teams miscues and costly turnovers overshadow John Mateer's flashes of brilliance, leaving Sooner Nation wondering: can Oklahoma turn heartbreak into future championship momentum?
Jay Smith and John Williams break down the College Football Playoff letdown, analyzing Giovanni Gibson...
Oklahoma Sooners brace for a high-stakes showdown as they face the Alabama Crimson Tide in the College Football Playoff. Can John Mateer rise to the challenge and ignite an offense critics have doubted all season? John Williams and Jay Smith break down the Sooners’ revamped offensive line, key injuries to both teams—including Alabama’s LT Overton and Parker Brailsford—and the pivotal role of defensive stars like Jayden Jackson and ...
SEC powers battle for playoff supremacy as Alabama eyes revenge—and Oklahoma’s defense sets the tone. Can Ty Simpson fight through injury to ignite the Crimson Tide offense, or will Oklahoma’s healthy lineup, led by AR Mason Thomas, clamp down yet again?
Chris Gordy and more break down Alabama vs. Oklahoma, Texas A&M’s crucial test against Miami, and Ole Miss’s playoff bid with Pete Golding at the helm. The squad analyzes availabili...
Oklahoma Sooners and Alabama Crimson Tide ignite College Football Playoff drama in Norman as playoff pressure collides with powerhouse defenses and injury storylines. Can Ty Simpson and Jam Miller overcome elite pass rushers like R Mason Thomas, or will Brent Venables’ relentless blitzes unravel Alabama’s offense once more?
Jimmy Stein, Jay Smith, and John Williams break down the impact of returning playmakers like Josh Cuevas and J...
Joel Klatt's bold take sparks debate: Can the Oklahoma Sooners defy expectations and make a deep College Football Playoff run? John Williams and Jay Smith break down why Oklahoma’s elite defense, special teams prowess—with standout kicker "Legatron" Tate—and a resilient, battle-tested roster give the Sooners a real shot against Alabama and beyond.
The hosts analyze key player updates from the availability report, discuss the resurge...
Oklahoma Sooners gain crucial momentum as key players return from injury ahead of their College Football Playoff showdown with the Alabama Crimson Tide. With R Mason Thomas and Jovante Barnes back at practice, Brent Venables’ squad suddenly boasts fresh legs and improved depth on both sides of the ball. Will these reinforcements tilt the matchup in Oklahoma’s favor or is the offensive line’s run-blocking inconsistency still a cause...
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Oklahoma Sooners shake up the narrative by defeating Alabama Crimson Tide in a 23-21 thriller—sparking debate over postgame celebrations and Crimson Tide’s search for playoff motivation. Did Alabama’s reaction to Oklahoma’s on-field photo reveal more about their own mentality ahead of a critical college football playoff showdown?
Jay Smith and John Williams break down Oklahoma’s high-stakes victory at Bryant-Denny Stadium and disse...
SEC dominance shakes up the College Football Playoff as five teams battle for the crown—can Georgia, Alabama, Ole Miss, Oklahoma, or Texas A&M chart the toughest path to the National Championship? Georgia’s seeding sparks debate, Ole Miss’s resilience without Lane Kiffin raises questions, and Oklahoma’s gritty defense faces playoff-tested Alabama in a highly anticipated rematch.
John Williams and Chris Gordy break down the playoff ...
Oklahoma Sooners secure a top-15 recruiting class for 2026, landing instant-impact players like Jake Krell from IMG Academy and Jonathan Hatton at running back. Are these explosive recruits the missing pieces Brent Venables needs for a dominant SEC run?
John Williams and recruiting insider Brian Smith spotlight standout commits Jaden Petit, Jacob Curry, and Daniel Odom, showcasing Oklahoma’s renewed focus on high-motor, versatile ta...
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