Filed under: Oklahoma Football, Big 12, NCAA FB Recruiting, NCAA FB Rumors

If there were any speculation Bob Stoops was on the move, the Oklahoma coach showed his commitment to the future of the University of Oklahoma. For at least this year, the speculation can come to an end.

On Tuesday, Coach Bob Stoops issued a statement to not only Sooner Nation but the football world.

"To end speculation here in the heart of recruiting, I want to make it clear that I am not interested in any other coaching positions at this time," he said. "I am too excited about our future at Oklahoma and the program we're continuing to build."

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Filed under: Oklahoma Football, Big 12, NCAA FB Video, NFL Prospects

One of Oklahoma's greatest running backs to play at one of the state colleges, includes the likes of Barry Sanders, Joe Washington, Thurman Thomas, Steve Owens took the big-leap into the NFL Draft, Adrian Peterson. The man, Sooner Nation grew to love and call AD. Peterson's three-years at the University of Oklahoma was a storied One.. Here's a look back...

1/3/04 - One of the most touted recruits in recent history. The Texas native declares at U.S. Army All-American Bowl he's crossing state lines, committing to Bob Stoops and the Oklahoma Sooners. Peterson picked Oklahoma over Miami, USC, UCLA, Texas and Texas A&M.

1/25/04 - The first rumors about Adrian Peterson, that Peterson had decommitted from Oklahoma to commit to Texas A&M. Rumors are proven to be false.

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Filed under: Oklahoma Football, Big 12, NCAA FB Rumors, NFL Prospects

A report out of Texas is Oklahoma running back, Adrian Peterson is set to declare for the NFL Draft. Peterson the face of Oklahoma football has been speculated to turn pro early, since arriving 2004 on campus in Norman. But now, three years later University of Oklahoma fans can soon receive official word. The Dallas Morning News is reporting,

"Adrian Peterson will skip his final year of eligibility and enter the NFL Draft, according to two sources close to the situation. An official announcement could come as early as Thursday. "

Peterson (aka, AD - All Day) returned back in uniform at the Fiesta Bowl on New Years Day, since his collarbone injury against Iowa State on October 14. Against Boise State, Peterson rushed for 77 yards on 20 carries in the Fiesta Bowl in a 43-42 lose in OT. In Peterson's three year tenure at Oklahoma, AD has suffered ankle and collarbone injuries. Though the junior has amassed 4,045 yards and 41 TDs in 31 games played, although in a 3 game period in 2005 Peterson carried only 16 times.

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Filed under: Oklahoma Football, Big 12, NCAA FB Gossip

Bob Stoops has always been a hot commodity, among the top of the list of every owner, and athletic director. Stoops had the perfect college opportunity in 2004, to replace fired Ron Zook from the University of Florida. As Stoops was the defensive coordinator under Steve Spurrier at Florida in the 90's. After turning down NFL offers for the Miami Dolphins and the Cleveland Browns, with Stoops born in Youngstown, Ohio.

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Filed under: NFL Draft, Oklahoma Football, Big 12

Looks like if Oklahoma's Adrian Peterson has intention of turning pro, he's not telling the media. Well, only before January 15, the deadline for underclassmen to declare for the NFL draft. Recently Peterson told The East Valley Tribune, on declaring his NFL draft status after the Fiesta Bowl.

"It's a big decision, but I'm waiting until after the game to finalize that," Peterson told the Tribune.

Sooner fans remember April 5, 2006, when Peterson spoke early about entering the NFL draft:

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Filed under: Oklahoma Football, Big 12, WAC, Bowl Games, Boise State Football

• BSU Bowl Record: All-time Boise State bowl record 4-2; Last bowl appearance --MPC Computers Bowl, 2005, lost to Boston College, 27-21

• Oklahoma Bowl Record: All-time record Oklahoma bowl record 24-14-1. Last bowl appearance -- Holiday Bowl, 2005, defeated Oregon, 17-14.

• Fiesta Bowl Family Relation: Boise State's Gerald Alexander learned during the Christmas break that his great grandfather and Oklahoma's Rufus Alexander's great-grandfather are cousins.

• Oklahoma Ties: Boise State sophomore linebacker David Shields was born in Lawton, Oklahoma on Fort Sill Army base before leaving at age 4.

• BSU Player Sent Home: Boise State senior tight end Jared Hunter was sent home Wednesday for violating an unspecified team rule, the team confirmed Thursday.

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Filed under: Oklahoma Football, Big 12

Oklahoma Sooners Stories of 2006

Here's a look at the Oklahoma Sooners 2006 wild top 5 storylines.

1. Rhett Bomar, JD Quinn Dismissal: Prior to the news on August 2, the Oklahoma Sooners were atop College Football as preseason #1, according to some publications. Then it went downhill -- Oklahoma's starting quarterback Rhett Bomar and offensive lineman JD Quinn were immediately dismissed from the team for violating NCAA compensation regulations. The following day, the Sooners named wide receiver Paul Thompson, again quarterback. Thus, the Sooners were dropped by many college football pollsters, falling ten spots before losing a game.

2. The Blind Duck Call: If you haven't seen the worst call in college football in 2006, well here it is. Its clear cut the 85-year old Pac-10 Official, Gordon Riese got it wrong - Oklahoma recovered the ball, Oregon would have never had an opportunity to score seven. Then again, you can't argue Oklahoma had an opportunity, with a nice Reggie Smith kick return only to have a Garrett Hartley final second blocked field goal. Oregon wins, the Sooners again suffer the second blow in six 6 weeks. One of the craziest, statements to come from the Oregon debacle is the David Boren's open letter, particularly the fourth action suggested.

"Fourth, the Big 12 should request that the game should not go into the record books as a win or loss by either team in light of the level of officiating mistakes."

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Filed under: NFL Draft, Oklahoma Football, Big 12, Bowl Games, NCAA FB Injuries, Boise State Football

Oklahoma's superstar running back Adrian Peterson has made it clear - he is coming back for the Fiesta Bowl. "I love the game. That's why I play," Peterson said Wednesday, in his first public statement since his collarbone injury in an October 14 win over Iowa State.

For some Oklahoma fans that's not enough. Peterson a junior this year is short 151 yards of breaking Oklahoma's all-time career rushing record of Billy Sims at 4,118 yards. A 2007 Peterson return to Norman, would mean a mature Oklahoma team, and a certain contender for the National Championship.

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Filed under: Oklahoma Football, Big 12, NCAA FB Recruiting

With 2007 nearing, Oklahoma fans are wondering, who's the quarterback of the future, Halzle, Bradford or Nichol? Days prior to the 2006 season, there was no question that Oklahoma's quarterback for the next two years was Rhett Bomar. Now Oklahoma fans can re-enter the debate on local sport radio, the quarterback of the future - reminisce the past Thompson or Bomar '05 battle. Now only, the local all-sports quarterback Sam Bradford or the touted Michigan quarterback Keith Nichol - but lets not forget JUCO quarterback Joey Halzle.

With the future quarterback comparisons of yesterday and today. Oklahoma's yesterday quarterback Rhett Bomar to incoming freshman Keith Nichol, Sam Bradford to UT's today Colt McCoy, or just Halzle to Heupel. Nichol a quarterback most Oklahoma fans have not seen -- doesn't make any sense for most to make any comparison.

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Filed under: Nebraska Football, Oklahoma Football, Big 12

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Filed under: Nebraska Football, Oklahoma Football, Big 12

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Filed under: Nebraska Football, Oklahoma Football, Big 12

Oklahoma fans find themselves in an unlikely place, Kansas City -- the Big XII Championship. Nebraska fans are thankful they are finally living up to expectations. At tonight's kickoff, in Kansas City temperatures hover near 30. Kickoff is set for 7:07 CT, winner of tonight's game advances to the Fiesta Bowl, as the loser gets an early wake up call in Dallas on New Year's in the Cotton Bowl. Kickoff is shortly...

Dr. Pepper Big XII Championship live on ABC 8:00/7:00 CT

7:04 CT: National Anthem

Note: Big XII Championship SOLD-OUT! 80,000 strong, standing room only for the mostly Cornhusker fans. Its been noted on both radio, television broadcast the field at Arrowhead is in relatively good shape despite heavy snow..

7:12 CT: Oklahoma Sooners enter Arrowhead to the Neb. booos..

7:14 CT: Oklahoma wins the toss and defers.. Nebraska ball first

7:17 CT: Kickoff Big XII Championship 2006.. Neb. starts at their nine.

Neb. First Possession: Neb. fumbles the ball on the first play from the line of scrimmage, Oklahoma's Reggie Smith recovers the ball at the 13 returning it to the Nebraska two. Play under official review.

Play stands.. Sooner Nation cheers on!

OU First Possession: Hand off to runningback Allen Patrick from the three.. Touchdown OU! First Oklahoma play from the line of scrimmage..

OU 7 - Neb 0 at 14:12 first quarter

Neb. Second Possession: Neb. takes it from the 3, taking it to the 31.

Nebraska's Jackson rushes up the middle for a first down.. Nebraska's Jackson rushes again on the left side, taking it the OU 29 after stepping out of bounce.. Jackson rushes again for a lose of one, second and 11.. Taylor attempts to pass -- incomplete, third and 11 at the 29.. False Start Neb. third and 16, moving back to the 34.. Zac Taylor is rushed by the OU Defense, incomplete.. Neb. forced to punt, Reggie Smith stands at the 5. Smith, fair catch at the Oklahoma 12.

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Filed under: Nebraska Football, Oklahoma Football, Big 12

With the 11th Big XIII Championship hours away, between Nebraska-Oklahoma the first battle of Big Reds for the Big XII title. Here are Oklahoma's keys to victory.

1) AP 25/175 - Oklahoma's ground game lead by running back, Allen Patrick - should give the Huskers a steady dose of AP. If Patrick rushes at least 25 times and 175 yards, the Oklahoma well-oiled offense should be right on track with the game plan.

2) Trickery - Both Coaches, Bob Stoops and Bill Callahan are accustomed to trick plays, especially Nebraska as of late... Nebraska pulled six plays out the hat in a win over Colorado last week. Which team's track plays, and their effectiveness will go a long ways in determining a victor.

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Filed under: Oklahoma Football, Big 12

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Filed under: Oklahoma Football, Big 12, NCAA FB Injuries, Heisman

UPDATE: Adrian Peterson says, if healthy expect him to return for Oklahoma's bowl appearance, if not before. Peterson was asked, if he heals fast, "you can kinda say," Peterson said. The junior running back remained positive saying this won't affect the Sooners, "one man doesn't make a team." Peterson said time table for his return 4-6 weeks, also note AD wasn't asked if he had played his final game in the Crimson and Cream.

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Filed under: Oklahoma Football, Big 12

The Boz, Brian Bosworth best known for his wild hairstyles, and being arrogant was the face of the defense in latter Barry Switzer days. Bosworth winner of two Butkus awards as the nation's top collegiate linebacker was upended by his wife of 12 years, Katherine Bosworth. Katherine filed for a divorce in the Los Angeles Superior Court, as the couple separated July '06.

TMZ.com Reports, according to documents obtained.

Katherine Bosworth, who has chosen to represent herself in court, has cited irreconcilable differences as the reason for her split from The Boz. While Katherine has requested joint custody of their three children, the couple's money and property will be divided up based on their mediated pre-nuptial agreement.

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Filed under: Oklahoma Football, Big 12

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Filed under: Oklahoma Football, Big 12, NCAA FB Injuries, Heisman

The Sooner Nation was dealt a major blow Saturday in a 34-9 win over Iowa State. As superstar running back, Adrian Peterson suffered a season ending collarbone injury. Peterson on a very special day, with his father in attendance for his first game since being incarcerated since Adrian's 12th birthday, rushed for 183 yards, two touchdowns.

The father that called his son All-Day, the son rose to the occasion on that day making the father proud, scoring Oklahoma's first and final touchdowns in dominating fashion. In his probable last game in a Sooner uniform, the Junior finished in spectacular fashion just short of breaking coveted Oklahoma rushing records.

For Sooner fans, the matter is Adrian Peterson, the heart and soul of Sooner nation. For some Oklahoma fans, "Adrian is dead," said one Sooner fan. Only does Sooner fans hope to see him in Crimson and Cream, again.

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Filed under: Oklahoma Football, Big 12

The Oklahoma Sooners-Texas Longhorns square-off in their bitter rivalry in less than hours. The 14th-ranked Sooners travel south to face seventh-ranked and defending National Champions Texas Longhorns. The last time Oklahoma faced the defending National Champions in the Red River Shootout was Texas' last championship 1970, the Sooners went on to beat the Longhorns in 1971 48-27.

Now in 2006, Texas is again National Champions, coming off a year they snapped the five-year winning streak Oklahoma had over the Longhorns. With the post Vince Young era and post Chuck Long offensive era, has restored confidence in Sooner Nation. Look for an improved Oklahoma offensive with a healthy Adrian Peterson. Oklahoma is lead by their quarterback Paul Thompson, who has proved any doubters wrong, so far. More importantly, Thompson has the Sooners entrusted in him.

For the Sooners' defense, how consistent will they be? Oklahoma must contain Texas in the middle of the field, not allowing the big run, in addition pressuring young Colt McCoy. And what Sooner fans fear most, the Sooners' defensive backs getting burned by the UT receivers, Oklahoma coverage must be consistent. Anyone's guess is as good as mine, which Oklahoma defense will show up today. I believe it'll be a good day though.

Oklahoma Keys to Victory

Adrian Peterson - Two touchdowns, 150 yards Oklahoma likely wins... Three or four touchdowns and over 200 yards, Oklahoma fans will be happy.

Paul Thompson - Two touchdowns with no turnovers, in addition to AD Oklahoma wins..Though, it could be a breakout game for PT? BUT the third key.

Oklahoma Defense - Play consistent, or disregard previous two or bump the stats a couple drives or three... PLAY D!

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