Alabama, Oklahoma and CFP
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The good news, of course, is that the Oklahoma Sooners made it to the College Football Playoff for the first time under head coach Brent Venables. However, the
The Crimson Tide added a field goal after the error and then capitalized on a subsequent interception for a touchdown by Alabama defensive back Zabien Brown against quarterback John Mateen to even the score by halftime.
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What's next for Oklahoma after CFP loss? Sooners must retool erratic offense to match stout defense
Oklahoma coach Brent Venables provided proof of concept with a CFP appearance, but inconsistency on offense ultimately kept the Sooners from competing at an elite level
Alabama tight end Josh Cuevas is listed as a game-time decision on the pregame CFP availability report. Cuevas hasn't played since the Crimson Tide's first matchup against the Sooners in November, and he led the team with six receptions for 80 yards and a touchdown in the loss.
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Oklahoma's run to the CFP doesn't happen without Isaiah Sategna III
Enter Sategna, the Arkansas transfer, who wasn’t met with much fanfare when he arrived this offseason. He worked his way into a starting role as OU’s slot receiver, after three years with the Razorbacks. After redshirting in 2022, he registered three touchdowns on 52 catches over the previous two seasons before coming to Norman.
The Sooners opened up a portion of practice to local media members on Monday afternoon ahead of OU's College Football Playoff matchup with Alabama.
Oklahoma football star R Mason Thomas was one of the most productive edge rushers in the country before injury, but has missed the Sooners ' last three games, including most of their win over Tennessee on Nov. 1. He's aiming to return for the first time since against Alabama on Friday, Dec. 19, in the College Football Playoff.
Following its CFP first-round win over Tulane, Ole Miss has advanced to the CFP quarterfinals. Here's what to know on who the Rebels face next: