OU Football STOCK UP Spring Practice, QB Growth & BIG Program Energy

WHAT IS UP SOONER NATION… I AM CASEY MALLON AND YOU ARE NOW IN A SOONER STATE OF MIND!

Spring has officially sprung in Norman, and you can feel it—Sooner football is BACK. In this episode, we dive headfirst into the electric return of spring ball as Oklahoma hits the practice field, the countdown to the Spring Game is ON, and the hype is building with every rep, every route, and every snap flooding social media. From the trenches to the skill positions, the energy around this team feels different… and Sooner Nation is here for ALL of it.

But let’s talk about what has everyone buzzing—Jason Witten coaching up the tight ends. Yes, THAT Jason Witten. One of the greatest to ever do it now pouring knowledge into a position that’s needed a spark? That’s not just big…that’s program-shifting. Add in high-level recruiting momentum, and suddenly OU becomes a no-brainer destination for elite tight end talent. It’s another sign that something special is building in Norman.

We also take a real look at quarterback Mateer—a guy who went through the fire last season. From handling the pressure of being “the guy” at Oklahoma to battling through a broken thumb on his throwing hand, he showed toughness, grit, and leadership. It wasn’t always pretty, but it was gritty—and now? The reports out of spring practice say he’s putting in the work and leveling up. If that’s true, Sooner Nation could be looking at a major leap heading into 2026.

On the hardwood, we unpack the frustration of men’s basketball getting left out of March Madness despite a late-season surge—and why keeping Porter Moser might be the right move, especially with new AD Roger Denny promising to elevate resources, NIL, and overall program support. The future of OU hoops may be brighter than it feels right now.

We also hit:

• OU women’s basketball’s strong run and back-to-back Sweet 16 appearances

• March Madness chaos, insane comebacks, and Final Four storylines

• The Sooners heading to Vegas for the College Basketball Crown

• And of course… some real-life talk—daylight savings struggles, Easter candy debates, and why kids these days have it WAY too easy

This episode is all about momentum—football, basketball, and the entire Oklahoma program trending upward. The vibes are high, the expectations are rising, and Sooner Nation is LOCKED IN.

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