SoonersXtra: Recent Episodes
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The Oklahoman's sports staff bring you the latest in Oklahoma and Oklahoma State football news, commentary and analysis from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
On the latest edition of the SoonersXtra podcast, OU beat writer Colton Sulley and columnist Jenni Carlson discuss the Sooners' women's basketball team's SEC Tournament chances and NCAA Tournament outlook. Don't look now but Porter Moser's squad has won five of their last seven games. Has Moser done enough to save his job and will OU make a late tourney push?
Plus, spring football is around the corner. Sulley and Carlson break down the biggest storylines surrounding the Sooners' football program, as well as what Cooper Witten's commitment means. Also OU softball is still good at hitting home runs.
On the latest edition of the SoonersXtra podcast, OU beat writer Colton Sulley and columnist Jenni Carlson chat about running backs coach DeMarco Murray's departure for the Kansas City Chiefs, his tenure and some candidates to replace him.
Brent Venables is searching for his third assistant coach replacement after hiring defensive backs coach LaMar Morgan, who spent the past two seasons at Michigan.
Is Bedlam football nearing a return? Sulley details his conversation with Norman mayor Stephen Tyler Holman about proposed legislation that would require the rivalry game to be played annually.
Plus, it's softball season in Oklahoma. Karlie Keeney is in as interim coach while legendary pitching coach Jennifer Rocha is away from the team dealing with severe health issues. How does Rocha's absence affect the Sooners' pitching staff?
On the latest edition of the SoonersXtra podcast, OU beat writer Colton Sulley and columnist Joe Mussatto react to the announcement of the Sooners hosting Alabama in the first round of the College Football Playoff.
They also chat about the importance of OU hosting a home game for the direction of the program, injury updates and make early predictions for the game and playoff as a whole.
Oklahoma likely punched its ticket to the College Football Playoff with a 17-13 win over LSU. In the latest edition of the SoonersXtra podcast, The Oklahoman's Colton Sulley and Joe Mussatto react to the Sooners' win.
On the latest edition of the SoonersXtra podcast, OU beat writer Colton Sulley and columnist Joe Mussatto break down the Sooners' win and analyze whether the offense's play is sustainable after the Sooners' win against Missouri.
Following Oklahoma's 34-26 loss to Ole Miss on Saturday, Sooners beat writer Colton Sulley and columnist Jenni Carlson break down the game, Ben Arbuckle and John Mateer's day and whether the defense's mistakes cost OU the game, as well as look ahead to the Tennessee game.
OU football found something on offense against South Carolina. In the run game, on the offensive line and through the air. On the latest edition of the SoonersXtra podcast, columnist Jenni Carlson and OU beat writer Colton Sulley discuss the Sooners' win over South Carolina inside Williams-Brice Stadium.
On the latest episode of the SoonersXtra podcast, OU beat writer Colton Sulley and columnist Jenni Carlson dissect the Sooners' struggles on both of sides of the ball, Mateer's performance 17 days post-surgery, the running game and where Venables' team goes from here.
On the latest edition of the SoonersXtra podcast, columnist Jenni Carlson and OU beat writer Colton Sulley review the Sooners' win over Kent State. They also talk Michael Hawkins Jr., John Mateer and Jaydn Ott and preview the Red River Rivalry.
On the latest edition of the SoonersXtra podcast, OU beat writer Colton Sulley and Joe Mussatto analyze Oklahoma's win over Auburn. They discuss the Sooners' defensive line, John Mateer's gutsy late-game drive, OU's lack of a run game and much more.
OU beat writer Colton Sulley and columnist Joe Mussatto react to the Sooners' 42-3 drumming of Temple.
OU beat writer Colton Sulley and columnist Joe Mussatto discuss the Sooners' 24-13 win over Michigan and what it means for Brent Venables, John Mateer and the season moving forward.
OU football beat writers Colton Sulley and Ryan Aber predict the Sooners' 2025 season, as well as what the first two-deep depth chart could look like.
OU beat writers Ryan Aber and Colton Sulley discussed John Mateer's Venmo activity, as well as more Sooners football training camp observations on the latest edition of the SoonersXtra podcast.
OU beat writers Colton Sulley and Ryan Aber offer their thoughts on how the offensive line and secondary are looking, what the Sooners' athletic director search update means, and preview Saturday's scrimmage.
OU beat writers Colton Sulley and Ryan Aber preview the biggest storylines ahead of the start of preseason camp.
OU beat writers Ryan Aber and Colton Sulley discuss the Sooners' recent transfer portal additions and updates to the defensive coordinator search.
OU football beat writers Ryan Aber and Colton Sulley discuss the Sooners' new quarterback, John Mateer, and talk hoops in the latest edition of the SoonersXtra podcast.
OU beat writers Ryan Aber and Colton Sulley break down the Sooners' 2025 signing class.
OU beat writers Ryan Aber and Colton Sulley discuss the hiring of Washington State's Ben Arbuckle as the Sooners' offensive coordinator.
OU beat writers Ryan Aber and Colton Sulley and columnist Joe Mussatto discuss the future of the Sooners following their final regular season game.
OU beat writers Ryan Aber and Colton Sulley recap the Sooners' win over Alabama, discuss the latest on the offensive coordinator search and predict the LSU game.
OU beat writers Ryan Aber and Colton Sulley discuss OU football's upset win over Alabama.
OU beat writers Ryan Aber and Colton Sulley discuss the latest on the Sooners' offensive coordinator search and the Alabama game.
OU beat writers Ryan Aber and Colton Sulley preview and predict the Sooners' road game at Missouri on Saturday.
OU beat writers Ryan Aber and Colton Sulley, along with sports enterprise reporter Jenni Carlson break down the Sooners' blowout win over Maine and examine what it means moving forward.
OU beat writers Ryan Aber and Colton Sulley and columnist Joe Mussatto discuss the Sooners' 26-14 loss to Mississippi.
OU football beat writers Ryan Aber and Colton Sulley discuss Seth Littrell's firing and the Sooners' upcoming road trip to Mississippi.
OU beat writers Ryan Aber and Colton Sulley discuss the Sooners' quarterback switch from Jackson Arnold to Michael Hawkins Jr. and the Auburn game.
OU beat writers Ryan Aber and Colton Sulley discuss the Sooners' 35-9 blowout loss to South Carolina.
OU beat writers Ryan Aber and Colton Sulley discuss head coach Brent Venables' press conference and preview Saturday's South Carolina game.
OU beat writers Ryan Aber and Colton Sulley and columnist Joe Mussatto discuss the Sooners' inability to find an identity on offense through six games and what's next.
OU beat writers Ryan Aber and Colton Sulley recap the Sooners' win over Auburn on the road, Michael Hawkins' performance and the upcoming bye week.
OU beat writers Ryan Aber and Colton Sulley discuss OU football's 25-15 loss to Tennessee and the Sooners' upcoming quarterback battle.
OU football beat writers Ryan Aber and Colton Sulley recap the Sooners' 34-19 win over Tulane and preview next week's Tennessee game.
The Oklahoman's OU beat writers Ryan Aber and Colton Sulley discuss the Sooners' win over Temple and preview their Week 2 matchup with Houston.
The Oklahoman's OU beat writers Ryan Aber and Colton Sulley discuss OU softball's seeding following the NCAA tournament selection show and recap the Big 12 tournament.
Aber and Sulley also preview the Norman regional, talk OU baseball and the football transfer portal.
OU football beat writers Ryan Aber and Colton Sulley discuss the start of OU football's preseason camp.
The Oklahoman's OU beat writers Ryan Aber and Colton Sulley discuss OU softball's Bedlam series loss and preview the Big 12 softball tournament.
Aber and Sulley look back on the Sooners' regular season and look ahead to the postseason. They also discuss some of Oklahoma football's recent commitments and where the team stands in the SEC post-spring.
Sooners' insiders Ryan Aber and Justin Martinez to recap Oklahoma's 28-11 win over SMU in Norman on Sat. Sept. 9th.
Joe Mussatto joins Sooners' insiders Ryan Aber and Justin Martinez to recap Oklahoma's 73-0 win over Arkansas State in the season opener.
Ryan Aber, Justin Martinez and Berry Tramel discuss what’s gone wrong recently for the Sooners and what they need to do to win Bedlam.
Berry Tramel joins Sooners' insiders Ryan Aber and Justin Martinez to break down Oklahoma's 38-35 loss to Baylor on Saturday in Norman.
Columnist Berry Tramel joins Sooners' insiders Ryan Aber and Justin Martinez to break down the win.
Columnists Jenni Carlson join Sooners' insiders Ryan Aber and Justin Martinez to discuss Oklahoma's matchup with Iowa St.
Columnist Jenni Carlson joins Sooners' insiders Ryan Aber and Justin Martinez to break down the win.
Columnists Jenni Carlson and Berry Tramel join Sooners' insiders Ryan Aber and Justin Martinez to discuss Oklahoma's loss to Texas and preview the Sooners' matchup with Kansas.
Berry Tramel joins Sooners' insiders Ryan Aber and Justin Martinez to break down Texas' 49-0 rout of Oklahoma Saturday in the Cotton Bowl.
Columnists Berry Tramel and Jenni Carlson join Sooners' insiders Ryan Aber and Justin Martinez to discuss Saturday's Red River Rivalry game.
Columnist Jenni Carlson joins Sooners' insiders Ryan Aber and Justin Martinez to break down Texas Christian University's 55-24 rout of Oklahoma on Saturday.
Columnists Berry Tramel and Jenni Carlson join Sooners' insiders Ryan Aber and Justin Martinez to discuss what's next for Oklahoma after falling to Kansas State last week.
Columnist Jenni Carlson joins Sooners' insiders Ryan Aber and Justin Martinez to discuss Oklahoma football's 41-34 loss to Kansas State.
Columnist Jenni Carlson joins Sooners' insiders Ryan Aber and Justin Martinez to discuss Oklahoma football's upcoming game against Kansas State.
Sooners' insiders Ryan Aber, Justin Martinez and Berry Tramel recap the Sooners' 49-14 win over Nebraska in Lincoln.
Columnist Jenni Carlson joins Sooners' insiders Ryan Aber and Justin Martinez to recap Oklahoma's 33-3 win over Kent State.
Sooners' insiders Ryan Aber and Justin Martinez recap the season opener against UTEP and look ahead to Saturday’s game vs. Kent State.
Columnist Jenni Carlson joins Sooners' insiders Ryan Aber and Justin Martinez to recap Oklahoma's 45-13 win over UTEP in the season opener.
The Oklahoma Sooners will begin the fall 2022 season on Saturday, Sept. 3 against UTEP. Sooners' insiders Ryan Aber and Justin Martinez preview the game with columnist Berry Tramel on Twitter Spaces. Listen to a replay of the conversation here.
Oklahoma fell to Oklahoma State 37-33, ending the Sooners' six-year Big 12 title streak. Columnist Jenni Carlson joins Sooners' insiders Ryan Aber and Justin Martinez to discuss the loss.
OU's defense comes up big and helps the Sooners to yet another close win, this time vs. Iowa State
In the ninth game of the season, OU finally put together solid performances on both sides of the ball in a win over Texas Tech heading into the bye week.
OU's freshman quarterback takes control and now the Sooners look like a title contender once again
Caleb Williams took over at QB and the Sooners came back from a dismal start to stun Texas and remain undefeated.
There were some encouraging signs, but also some distressing ones in OU's win over Kansas State on Saturday.
OU's win over West Virginia wasn't pretty, but the Sooners survived. They'll need to fix some things, though, pretty quickly.
OU was far from perfect against Nebraska, but the Sooners remain undefeated heading into Big 12 play
No one expected OU's game against Western Carolina to be close, but what can the 76-0 blowout tell us about the Sooners' season moving forward?
Tulane gave the Sooners all they could handle in the season opener. What does that mean for the future and how concerning is the second half performance?
The SEC invites OU and Texas and Ryan Aber, Jenni Carlson, Justin Martinez and Jeff Patterson go through the ins and outs of the conference move.
Ryan Aber, Jenni Carlson, Justin Martinez and Berry Tramel break down the ins and outs of the Sooners' potential conference move
Ryan Aber, Berry Tramel and Justin Martinez recap this week's Big 12 Media Days press conferences and what to expect in the 2021 season.
Ryan Aber, Jenni Carlson and Berry Tramel break down the Sooners' 55-20 thrashing of Oklahoma and what it means for OU's future
Ryan Aber, Jenni Carlson and Berry Tramel break down OU's Big 12 Championship Game win and look ahead to the Cotton Bowl against Florida
The Sooners are headed back to the Big 12 Championship Game and they did it with another strong defensive performance
Ryan Aber, Berry Tramel and Jenni Carlson on the Sooners' strong defense, encouraging signs for the offense and some concerns heading into the final two games of the regular season
OU blew away Kansas on Saturday, doing exactly what they should've done against an overmatched opponent
Ryan Aber, Jenni Carlson and Berry Tramel break down Oklahoma's wacky 53-45 win over Texas.
Ryan Aber, Jenni Carlson and Berry Tramel look at what will be a strange OU-Texas game — for a lot of reasons
Oklahoma fell 37-30 to the Iowa State. It was the first time in 60 years that the Sooners loss to the Cyclones in Ames, Iowa. Ryan Aber and Berry Tramel break down the game.
The morning and noon hour and just beyond went swimmingly, but in that last quarter-plus, things came unglued for the Sooners’ offense. OU loss to Kansas State 38-35.
Spencer Rattler's starting debut, a rare shutout and a weird atmosphere — breaking down OU's 48-0 season-opening win over Missouri State
OU beat writers Ryan Aber and Abby Bitterman recap the NFL Draft and how the four Sooners who were drafted fit with their new teams.
Description: OU beat writers Ryan Aber and Abby Bitterman talk about OU coach Lincoln Riley's teleconference, the NCAA's decision to give a year of eligibility back to spring sport student-athletes and The Oklahoman's sports movie bracket.
OU beat writers Ryan Aber and Abby Bitterman discuss the last week and how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted all aspects of Sooner sports.
OU beat writers Ryan Aber and Abby Bitterman recap Lincoln Riley's press conference introducing the new members of his coaching staff. Then the two finish by talking about other Sooner sports.
OU beat writers Ryan Aber and Abby Bitterman break down OU's 2020 recruiting class now that signing day is over. Then they talk about all the news from other Sooner sports.
OU beat writers Ryan Aber and Abby Bitterman talk about the Sooners hiring DeMarco Murray, who might replace Ruffin McNeill and the week ahead for men's basketball.
OU beat writers Ryan Aber and Abby Bitterman are joined by columnist Berry Tramel to talk about Jay Boulware’s departure for Texas and the Sooners entering the transfer portal. Then Aber and Bitterman talk about men’s basketball and women’s gymnastics.
Ryan Aber and Abby Bitterman talk about the latest college football coaching news, Sooners in the transfer portal and the return of Top Daug.
On this episode of the SoonersXtra podcast, OU beat writers Abby Bitterman and Ryan Aber talk about the return of Top Daug, Lincoln Riley not leaving for the NFL, Sooners who have and have not declared for the NFL Draft and more.
Ryan Aber and Berry Tramel break down Oklahoma's 63-28 Peach Bowl loss and look toward the future for the Sooners
Ryan Aber, Abby Bitterman and Berry Tramel break down the impact of suspensions on OU and more.
On this episode of the SoonersXtra podcast, OU beat writers Ryan Aber and Abby Bitterman talk about the latest news on suspended OU players, signing day for the Sooners' 2020 class and more.
On this episode of the SoonersXtra podcast, OU beat writers Ryan Aber and Abby Bitterman talk about the latest news on suspended OU players, signing day for the Sooners' 2020 class and more.
On this episode of the SoonersXtra podcast presented by Zaxby's, Ou beat writers Ryan Aber and Abby Bitterman discuss the Big 12 championship, awards season and the College Football Playoffs.
Analysis from The Oklahoman's Abby Bitterman, Ryan Aber and Berry Tramel of Oklahoma's overtime win over Baylor in the Big 12 championship.
The Sooner will face the Baylor in the conference title game. It has not been that long ago since, the OU had the made a big come back against Bears during their regular season matchup. How much will that game factor into Saturday’s game?
Ryan Aber, Abby Bitterman and Berry Tramel recap the Sooners' dominating win over Oklahoma State and break down what made Oklahoma successful on both sides of the ball. Then they take a look at what the win means for Oklahoma's playoff chances.
OU beat writers Ryan Aber and Abby Bitterman are joined by one of The Oklahoman's own OSU beat writers, Scott Wright, to breakdown the Bedlam matchups between the Sooners and the Cowboys. Plus, Abyer, Bitterman and columnist Berry Tramel answer your mailbag questions.
OU beat writers Ryan Aber and Abby Bitterman talk with columnists Jenni Carlson and then Berry Tramel about OU's win over TCU ranging from the slippery field to Jalen Hurts' ball security and the improved defenses of the Big 12.
The Oklahoman's Ryan Aber, Abby Bitterman and Jenni Carlson recap the fourth straight tight game for the Sooners, time time a 28-24 win over TCU.
On this edition, Ryan Aber and Abby Bitterman talk about the seniors on OU's roster ahead of Oklahoma's senior night before discussing this Saturday's game against TCU and their picks for other games this weekend.
A look back on the biggest comeback in OU history as the Sooners came back from a 25 point deficit to the beat the Baylor Bears.
The Oklahoman's Berry Tramel, Ryan Aber and Abby Bitterman recap and break down a wild comeback by the Sooners to knock off Baylor in Waco.
The Oklahoman's Ryan Aber and Abby Bitterman are joined by John Werner, a beat writer for the Waco Tribune-Herald, to talk about the Sooners' game against the Bears. Then Aber and Bitterman discuss the latest College Football Playoff rankings and share their picks for the wee
The Oklahoman's Abby Bitterman and Ryan Aber look back at the close call against Iowa State, including the crowd's energy, then look ahead to the big game at Baylor.
Oklahoma escapes with a 42-41 win over Iowa State. The Oklahoman's Ryan Aber, Abby Bitterman and Berry Tramel discuss the close call in Norman.
The Oklahoman's Ryan Aber and Abby Bitterman look at the off-week for the Sooners, the college football rankings and preview this weekend's game against Iowa State for OU.
The Oklahoman's Abby Bitterman, Ryan Aber and Berry Tramel discuss Jalen Hurts' press conference responses, OU's defensive worries and two years ago when Iowa State shocked the Sooners. OU plays Iowa State this Saturday.
Former OU quarterback Landry Jones talks about his time at OU, his time in the NFL and what he's focusing on now. Plus Jenni Carlson, Berry Tramel and Abby Bitterman share their picks for the other football games happening this weekend.
Abby Bitterman, Jenni Carlson, and Jeff Patterson review the Sooner's game against the Kansas State Wildcats.
Ryan Aber, Jenni Carlson and Abby Bitterman review OU's performance in Manhattan, and the 48-41 loss to Kansas State.
Kansas State beat writer for the Wichita Eagle and Kansas City Star Kellis Robinett joins Ryan Aber and Abby Bitterman to talk about the Sooner's matchup against the Wildcats on October 26.
The Oklahoman's Ryan Aber, Abby Bitterman and Berry Tramel look back at OU's win over West Virginia and look ahead to the 2020 schedule and this week's game at Kansas State
It was a strange day at Owen Field. The Sooner Schooner crashed. Austin Kendall returned. But the result was an expected one.
Ryan Aber and Joe Mussatto talk about the Sooners' early kickoff times this season, Austin Kendall's return to Norman, and Saturday's game against West Virginia.
Oklahoma is halfway through the season. How do the Sooners grade out? Jenni Carlson, Ryan Aber and Joe Mussatto discuss.
OU needed a marquee win, and it got one Saturday in the Cotton Bowl. The Oklahoman staff breaks down the game.
Ryan Aber is joined by Brian Davis of the Austin American-Statesman and former OU fullback Trey Millard to preview OU-Texas.
OU beat writers Ryan Aber and Joe Mussatto discuss what Lincoln Riley and Jalen Hurts had to say on the Monday of OU-Texas week.
OU beat writers Ryan Aber and Joe Mussatto try to make sense of what happened in Lawrence.
Former Alabama quarterback and ESPN/ABC analyst Greg McElroy shares his thoughts on Jalen Hurts, OU’s offense and the potential matchup between the Sooners and the Crimson Tide.
The Sooners have only played one conference opponent so far this season along with three other non-conference, what have learned so far about the defense?
Columnist Berry Tramel and OU beat writers Ryan Aber and Joe Mussatto recap Oklahoma's 55-16 victory against Texas Tech.
Former Oklahoma quarterback and outfielder Cody Thomas joins the SoonersXtra podcast to talk Lincoln Riley, his shift from football to baseball and what life in the minor leagues is like.
There have been conflicting reports about where Trejan Bridges where appear on the field. Lincoln Riley stating they have not made any permanent moves with Bridges, and Alex Grinch saying Bridges is working with the defense. What do we make of the news?
Ryan Aber is joined by OU sideline reporter Chris Plank to take stock of the Sooners start and Aber and Joe Mussatto answer your mailbag questions
Ryan Aber and Joe Mussatto look at Alex Grinch's plans to rotate defensive players on off the field during games. Plus, a look at the changes on the Sooner Football team and the Big 12 over the past year.
The Oklahoman's Jenni Carlson and Ryan Aber break down the Sooners' convincing win over UCLA in the Rose Bowl, capping OU's non-conference schedule as the offense continues to roll along.
The Oklahoman's Ryan Aber speaks with ESPN's Kirk Herbstreit about OU's Jalen Hurts. Berry Tramel talks with Bob Stoops about his new book. Also, Aber and Joe Mussatto break down the Sooners' 2-0 start and preview the game vs UCLA.
Columnist Jenni Carlson and OU beat writers Ryan Aber and Joe Mussatto recap Lincoln Riley's Monday press conference and preview Saturday's matchup with the UCLA Bruins.
Ryan Aber and Joe Mussatto review the ins and outs of planning a football schedule, take a look at Saturday's match up against South Dakota, and answer your Sooner football questions.
What did we learn from OU's first game against Houston and which players really stood out?
Ryan Aber and Joe Musatto dive into the OU depth chart and answer your questions about the Sooners, plus Joseph Duarte with the Houston Chronicle chats about the season opener against the Cougars.
It's finally here, game week! Jenni Carlson, Ryan Aber and Joe Mussatto preview OU's Sunday night game against Houston.
OU beat writers Ryan Aber and Joe Mussatto on what it was like to talk to Jalen Hurts for the first time since he was named OU's starting quarterback.
OU coach Lincoln Riley officially named Jalen Hurts as the Sooner's starting quarterback for the Sooners. Why did Riley wait to make the announcement?
With two weeks of camp down, and the season just around the corner, we are starting to get a better idea of how things are shaping up for the OU football team. Ryan Aber and Joe Mussatto share what they’ve learned about the Sooner team and roster.
Berry Tramel, Ryan Aber and Joe Mussatto discuss the latest as OU begins its second week of fall camp.
OU beat writers Ryan Aber and Joe Mussatto discuss a key injury, and make predictions for the upcoming season
Ryan Aber, Joe Mussato and Jenni Carlson talk about what they learned from OU media day and talking with defensive coordinator Alex Grinch and quarterback Jalen Hurts.
Jenni Carlson, Ryan Aber and Joe Mussatto discuss Oklahoma's depth on the offensive line, and answer mailbag questions
Even with uncertainties on the offensive line and on defense, expectations remain sky high for the Sooners.
Ryan Aber and Berry Tramel discuss Oklahoma's 2019 schedule — how it shapes up for the Sooners and which non-conference game is the toughest
If the Sooners are going to make it to another Big 12 title game, and advance to another College Football Playoff, they're going to have to make through the conference roster.
Ryan Aber, Joe Mussato and Berry Tramel breakdown Oklahoma's run through Big 12 Media Days including QB play, defensive expectations and Horns Down
The Oklahoman's Berry Tramel, Joe Mussato and Jenni Carlson break down the Crimson and Cream Spring Game - a game that was rescheduled on three day's notice yet still drew an announced crowd of over 50,000.
Ryan Aber, Joe Mussatto and Berry Tramel discuss the spring game move and the Sooners’ offense