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Preseason Practice
08/02	Players Report
08/03	Practice 1
08/04	Practice 2
08/05	Practice 3
08/06	Practice 4
08/07	Practice 5
08/08	Practices 6 and 7
08/09	Mini Scrimmage
08/10	Practices 9 and 10
08/11	Scrimmage
08/12	Practice 12
08/13	Practices 13 and 14
08/14	Mini Scrimmage
08/15	Practices 16 and 17
08/16	Scrimmage
08/17	Practice 19
08/20	Classes Begin
08/21	Practice 21
08/27	Game Week Begins
09/03	Game 1: at UTEP

2012 Schedule
09/01	at UTEP
09/08	vs. Florida A&M
09/22	vs. Kansas State
10/06	at Texas Tech
10/13	vs. Texas*
10/20	vs. Kansas
10/27	vs. Notre Dame
11/03	at Iowa State
11/10	vs. Baylor
11/17	at West Virginia
11/24	vs. Oklahoma State
12/01	at TCU
TBD	Bowl Game

* Cotton Bowl in Dallas

Thursday, August 23

From the National Football Post: "Injuries and uncertainty along the offensive line have some worried about whether the OU offense has enough balance to make a run at the national title. But keep in mind that the team has a deep backfield, led by Whaley and Roy Finch. If the O-Line gels, Whaley should flourish as the primary..."

Worried About OU's Run Game? - National Football Post

OU FOOTBALL HEADLINES

Never Mind How, Just That Mike Stoops Does - Tulsa World

Want a Heisman Trophy? Play for Oklahoma - CBS Sports

Oklahoma Sooners Need a Healthy Tom Wort - ESPN

Five Newcomers to Watch for the Sooners - KOTV 6 Tulsa

King Willing to Do Whatever is Needed - Norman Transcript

OU No. 3 in This Preseason Poll - San Antonio Express-News

Whaley Just Takes the Ball and Runs - The Oklahoman

Video: Trey Millard on Expanding Role in Offense - ESPN

Justin Brown Fills WR Need for Sooners - Tulsa World

The Man Beneath the Helmet: Tress Way - The Oklahoman

Trey Millard a New Breed of Fullback - The OU Daily

Video: Predicting the Big 12 Conference and OU - ESPN

OU Makes Smart Move Naming Backup QB - Tulsa World

Gary Simon Product of Mike Stoops' Return - The Oklahoman

CB Demontre Hurst Wants to Continue to Improve - ESPN

Previewing the Oklahoma Sooners - Tahlequah Daily Press

Trevor Knight, ESPN, Herbstreit, Farniok - Tulsa World

CBs Hurst, Colvin Sticking to Sides of Field - The Oklahoman

UTEP's Lamaison Wants to be Best QB vs. OU - Tulsa World

Can RB Damien Williams Carve Out a Role? - ESPN

Trey Metoyer: Geneo Grissom is a "Freak" - The Oklahoman

Wednesday, August 22

Coaches have said that the days closest to the season-opener are among the most mentally challenging times for the players. For fans, after eight months of waiting, the season is almost here. Catch up on Wednesday morning's headlines on the Sooners:

OU FOOTBALL HEADLINES

Predicting the Big 12 2012 Season - College Football News

Video: LB Tom Wort on OU's New Defense - ESPN

Bell Named Sooners' No. 2 Quarterback - Tulsa World

Lineman Gabe Ikard Right Man for Job - The Oklahoman

Previewing the 2012 Oklahoma Sooners - FOX Sports

RB Alex Ross Reminds of Mike Gaddis - Tulsa World

Five Elite Players Announced as Captains - The OU Daily

Has Jefferson Found Position on Defense? - The Oklahoman

No. 4 Sooners Choose Blake Bell as Backup QB - AP

Notebook: Franks, Mentally Challenging Time - Tulsa World

The Five-Minute Guide to OU's Season - The Oklahoman

Oklahoma Defensive Line a Question Mark - CBS Sports

Grissom: Could He Fill Hole at TE? - Norman Transcript

Oklahoma Football Chat Recap With Jake Trotter - ESPN

Blake Bell Named OU's Backup QB - The Oklahoman

Kenny Stills Among Most Intriguing Players - Yahoo Sports

Metoyer Doesn't Feel Like Typical Freshman - Tulsa World

Hurst Trying to Fill Vocal Void Left by Lewis - The Oklahoman

O-Lineman Nila Kasitati Back in the Game - Edmond Sun

Blake Bell Sooners' No. 2 Quarterback - Norman Transcript

Oklahoma Football Depth Chart Analysis - The Oklahoman

Renewed Sense of Optimism in Big 12 Conference - ESPN

Oklahoma, Texas Still Biggest Boys in League - Sporting News

Tuesday, August 21

Coach Stoops officially announced Blake Bell as OU's No. 2 quarterback following Tuesday's practice. The sophomore from Wichita, Kan., played in seven games last season and finished second on the team in scoring with 13 touchdowns from the short-yardage "Belldozer" package. View media interviews to the right.

Bob Stoops Quotes (PDF) | Mike Stoops Quotes (PDF)

Just 10 days remain until the Sooners open the 2012 season in El Paso against UTEP on Saturday, Sept. 1. Coach Stoops announced Monday the team had voted for five captains: Gabe Ikard, Landry Jones, David King, Trey Millard and Tress Way.

OU FOOTBALL HEADLINES

Defense Looks to Keep Eye on Ball - Tulsa World

Sooners Name Captains, Kasitati Speaks - The Oklahoman

OL Nila Kasitati Back in the Game - Norman Transcript

Coaches Trying to Get Roy Finch Touches - ESPN

Notebook: Whaley, Ross, Kasitati, Captains - Tulsa World

Geneo Grissom Saw Writing on the Wall - The Oklahoman

Team Votes on Five Captains for 2012 - KOTV 6 Tulsa

Trevor Knight Future Heisman Candidate? - CBS Sports

Geneo Grissom on Track to Start at Tight End - ESPN

Stills on Wide Receivers, Remembers Austin Box - Tulsa World

Grissom to Start at TE, Freshmen, Diamond - The Oklahoman

Sooners Top All-Time AP Poll - College Football News

Tony Jefferson Embraces New Role at Free Safety - ESPN

UTEP Defensive Coordinator on Landry Jones - Tulsa World

Landry Jones No. 4 in QB Rankings - College Football News

Monday, August 20

The Sooners returned to practice Monday afternoon after completing preseason camp Friday and taking the weekend off. Following practice, SoonerSports.com caught up with senior DB Javon Harris and talked to him about his switch back to strong safety, coach Mike Stoops and his impressions of this year's team:

We also caught up with junior linebacker Tom Wort who obviously had a rough day with a gorilla loose on campus. Wort has a little fun with the wild internet reports on his physical condition:

OU FOOTBALL HEADLINES

2012 Oklahoma Football Roster Analysis - Tulsa World

Will Attrition Cost OU Shot at National Title? - CBS Sports

Is Mike Stoops Simplifying OU's Defense? - The Oklahoman

Blake Bell Vying for Backup Quarterback Spot - ESPN

Trey Millard Expected to Have "Huge Year" - Tulsa World

Hunnicutt Keeps Coaches Resting Easy - Norman Transcript

Daryl Williams Locks Up Right Tackle Spot - ESPN

It Was One Crazy Preseason Camp for Sooners - Tulsa World

Stoops Planning Redshirt Talks Monday - The Oklahoman

Competition, Trust Fuel Bob, Mike Stoops - Tulsa World

Video: Gabe Ikard on OU's Offensive Line - ESPN

New Defense Sets Foundation for Team - Norman Transcript

Voting OU No. 1, Freshmen, Maximus King - Tulsa World

Tailback Brennan Clay Feels "110 Percent" - ESPN

Selmon Brothers Linked by Unshakable Bond - Tulsa World

Stoops Remains Positive, Hurst, OL, King - The Oklahoman

Coaches: Spring Helped TE Taylor McNamara - ESPN

Meet the AP Voter Who Gave OU His Vote - Tulsa World

Meet the Man Who Voted Oklahoma No. 1 - ESPN

OU: Crucial Games, Players, Questions - Dallas Morning News

Oklahoma Finds Right Fit at Left Tackle - Tulsa World

Coaches Excited About Frosh WR Durron Neal - ESPN

Tyrone Rodgers Knows How Brown Feels - The Oklahoman

Burris Quintet Stars During Wilkinson Era - Tulsa World

Sooners Seek to Shore Up Defense - Lawrence Journal-World

Sooners Start Season Fourth in AP Poll - Norman Transcript

Nickelback, Breaking Camp, Geneo Grissom - Tulsa World

OU Still Waiting on Word on Jalen Saunders - ESPN

Family Ties for Sooners: Thompson, Shead, Way - Tulsa World

Loss of Linemen Doesn't Impact Ranking - The Oklahoman

Friday, August 17

The Sooners are in their final day of preseason camp and can look forward to a day or two away from the grind this weekend. To mark the milestone, the team rolled out in "alternative" jerseys:

OU Preseason Practice 19 Photo Gallery (55 Pics)

Bob Stoops Quotes (PDF) | Mike Stoops Quotes (PDF)

OU should field one of the stronger special team units in college football this season. A big part of the equation is punter Tress Way and his ability to flip field position with his accuracy and big leg. We talked with the senior from Tulsa following practice:

With no returning tight ends on the roster in 2012, sophomore Geneo Grissom jumped at the opportunity to provide depth at the position, switching over from defensive end this summer. The Hutchinson, Kan., native talked about that and his progress with us after practice:

OU FOOTBALL HEADLINES

New Year But Same High-Octane Oklahoma - CBS Sports

Lindley, Favors Facing Learning Curve at DE - ESPN

Oklahoma Finds Right Fit at Left Tackle - Tulsa World

Woods' Determination Sets Example - Norman Transcript

OU's Left Tackle Battle Hot and Heavy - Muskogee Phoenix

Roy Finch Juggling Two Positions: RB and WR - ESPN

New Look for Kickoffs, Tight End, WR Depth - Tulsa World

Woods Talks About Hodgkin's Lymphoma - The Oklahoman

Sooners in Familiar Spot as Team to Beat in Big 12 - ESPN

Mike Stoops Wants OU Defense to Return - The Oklahoman

So Is It Blake Bell or Drew Allen? Well... - Tulsa World

Safety Javon Harris Taking Criticism in Stride - The OU Daily

Bob Stoops' Coaching Tree Bears Fruit - ESPN

Comparing OU, OSU in TV Coverage - The Oklahoman

Sooners No. 1 in Big 12 Ratings - Kansas State Collegian

Mountaineer Fans Have OU Game Circled - Register-Herald

Thursday, August 16

The Oklahoma football team scrimmaged on Owen Field at the stadium under mercifully cloudy skies Thursday morning in Norman. We won't have a lot of video but photos are below:

OU Preseason Practice 18 Photo Gallery (60 Pics)

Junior WR Kenny Stills took time out after practice to talk to SoonerSports.com about playing in the slot, the wide receiver corps and whether he will change his hair before the season:

Oklahoma's final days of preseason practice include a scrimmage Thursday morning at Owen Field. We'll have photos, video and interviews later in the day. Here's Thursday's headlines on OU:

OU FOOTBALL HEADLINES

Scouting the Oklahoma Sooners for 2012 - Sports Illustrated

Sorry Texas But Oklahoma Owns the Big 12 - NBC Sports

WR Trey Metoyer Among Big 12 Breakout Players - Athlon

Bell Expected to be Weapon of Mass Production - Tulsa World

Ranking the Big 12's Top 25 Players: Tony Jefferson - ESPN

Landry Jones No. 3 in Brutally Honest Heisman Race - CFN

The Day Irwin's OU Dream Came to School - The Oklahoman

Corner Aaron Colvin "Comfortable" at True Position - ESPN

Sooners, Stoops Out for Redemption in 2012 - AP

Corey Nelson: Linebackers Trusting Each Other - ESPN

Sooners Still Have Position to Settle - Norman Transcript

Stoops: RB Dom Whaley Looks "Really Good" - ESPN

Slot Receiver, Dom Whaley, Cover Boy - Tulsa World

Jay Norvell Breaks Down the Freshmen Receivers - ESPN

Roy Finch Also Working With WRs in Slot - The Oklahoman

Timeline for Oklahoma, Texas National Titles? - ESPN

Versatile Finch to Fit Where OU Needs Him - Tulsa World

2012 Defense Should Impress, Still Not 2000 - The OU Daily

Freshman Running Back Daniel Brooks to Redshirt - ESPN

Peterson Never Doubted Playing in Vikes' Opener - AP

Venables' Clemson D Needs to be Like OU's - Sporting News

Wednesday, August 15

The Sooners completed their final two-a-day session of preseason camp on Wednesday. On Thursday, the team will hold a closed scrimmage before wrapping up preseason practice on Friday. Classes begin on the Norman campus Monday. View photos:

OU Preseason Practice 17 Photo Gallery (64 Pics)

Oklahoma holds its final session of two-a-day practices on Wednesday as preseason practice winds to close. The following are Wednesday morning's headlines on the Sooners:

OU FOOTBALL HEADLINES

Oklahoma: Consistently Winning at Highest Level - ESPN

Sooners Get Help From Unusual Source - Tulsa World

Newest Sooner Tells His Story - Norman Transcript

OU Receivers Ranked No. 6 Nationally - Yahoo Sports

Metoyer Among Top Freshman Skill Players - CBS Sports

Punt Returner, Scrimmage Recap, OL, Slot - Tulsa World

Justin Brown Peels Back Curtain on Journey - The Oklahoman

Q&A With Oklahoma Center Austin Woods - ESPN

Scrimmage News, No. 2 Quarterback - Norman Transcript

Stoops Takes Vote in Coaches Poll Seriously - Tulsa World

Bronson Irwin "Fighting to Start Anyway" - The Oklahoman

Full Chat Transcript on Oklahoma Football - ESPN

Scrimmage, Saunders, Kasitati, OU Tickets - The Oklahoman

Woods' Battle Inspires OU Football Team - Tulsa World

Lott & Blevins: the Belldozer in Reverse - The Oklahoman

Sooners Hope Familiar Hire Shores Up Defense - AP

Defensive End Rotation Set for Sooners? - ESPN

Woods Battles Through Chemotherapy - The Oklahoman

Kasitati Returns, Heart Procedure - Fort Worth Star-Telegram

Tuesday, August 14

The OU football team held practice No. 15 of the preseason Tuesday morning in Norman. After 12 straight days of football, the Sooners can see a light at the end of the tunnel. Saturday the 18th will be their first day without practice. View photos and video:

OU Preseason Practice 15 Photo Gallery (51 Pics)

Following practice, junior Corey Nelson discussed his comfort level at weakside linebacker, the transition with new position and coordinator coaches and his goals for preseason camp:

OU FOOTBALL HEADLINES

More Carries for Millard, Nelson Settling - The Oklahoman

Tress Way Hopes to Build on Stellar Seasons - Tulsa World

Burning Questions for the Sooners - Dallas Morning News

Stills in the Spotlight for Sooners - Tahlequah Daily Press

Shepard Compared to More Than Father - The Oklahoman

Sooners See Good Things in Sterling Shepard - Tulsa World

Gabe Ikard Better Suited for Center in NFL - The Oklahoman

Why Oklahoma Can't Challenge SEC - Sports Illustrated

Chat Recap With OU Beat Writer Kersey - The Oklahoman

Kenny Stills and the NFL, Asked and Answered - Tulsa World

Gerald McCoy poised for Breakout Season - The Oklahoman

Monday, August 13

Oklahoma ground out its 13th and 14th practices of the preseason on Monday with the third two-a-days session in Norman. We spent time with Coach Bobby Jack Wright and the defensive ends plus Coach Patton and the interior linemen during the evening practice. View pics below and video in the links to the right:

OU Preseason Practice 14 Photo Gallery (53 Pics)

OU FOOTBALL HEADLINES

OL Bronson Irwin Used Offseason to Improve - ESPN

Oklahoma No. 1 Toughest Place to Play - Sporting News

Senior DE Washington: "I Got in My Own Way" - ESPN

Gundy Compares Clay to Chris Brown - The Oklahoman

Sterling Shepard Realizing His Destiny - Tulsa World

Picking Up the Slack on Offensive Line - Norman Transcript

Team Countdown: No. 5 Oklahoma Sooners - Yahoo Sports

Torch Now in Hands of Kenny Stills- Muskogee Phoenix

R.J. Washington Ready for His Close-Up - The Oklahoman

Overlooked Aaron Colvin Says "It's On Me" - ESPN

OU Not Burdened by Preseason Hype - Norman Transcript

What Landry Jones Has to Do to Win Heisman - CBS Sports

Coach Kish: Corey Nelson Focused, Improved - ESPN

Nickelback, Bronson Irwin, Dinner at Landry's? - Tulsa World

Onus On Kenny Stills to Set Example - Norman Transcript

LB Eric Striker Won't Redshirt, is "Special" - ESPN

Offensive Line Suddenly Short on Experience - The Oklahoman

Stills Reflects on Spring Sitdown With Norvell - ESPN

Washington Keeps Things Light-Hearted - Tulsa World

Jones' Decision More Than About Football - The Oklahoman

National College Football Power Rankings: No. 4 OU - ESPN

Sunday, August 12

Aaron Colvin was eager to return to the field after missing spring practice recovering from shoulder surgery. The junior corner from Owasso tied for the team lead in tackles in 2011 and led OU with 58 solo tackles last season playing at safety. Following practice, Colvin discussed his move back to CB, Mike Stoops' direction, the competition in the secondary and his favorite receiver to challenge:

Running back Brennan Clay has his sights set high this season for OU and himself. Following practice, Clay talked about his goals, Sunday's walk-through and receives a special visit from Tony Jefferson:

After nine morning and two evening practices, the Sooners notched their first afternoon practice of the preseason at 3:30 p.m. on Sunday. The team held a walk-through following yesterday's scrimmage and with two-a-days on tap for Monday. View photos:

OU Preseason Practice 12 Photo Gallery (41 Pics)

Now that Oklahoma is in the heart of the preseason, here's a photo gallery consisting of the best pic of each player from practice so far, from No. 1 Tony Jefferson to No. 99 Chaz Nelson:

Best Pic of Each Sooner From Preseason Practice (So Far)

Saturday, August 11

It's Saturday and the Sooners were out on Owen Field. This morning, the team held a preseason scrimmage but just two more Saturdays and OU will be in game week. We have a limited amount of video and photos (scrimmage footage will be for the coaches).

OU Preseason Practice 11 Photo Gallery (16 Pics)

Oklahoma offensive lineman Adam Shead stopped by to talk a little scrimmage, a little about his expanded role, a little weather and much more on Saturday morning:

Friday, August 10

Oklahoma finished its second practice of the day Friday evening and is now officially halfway through two-a-days. The Sooners have two more days of the double sessions planned for August 13 and 15. Check photos below and video highlights to the right:

OU Preseason Practice 10 Photo Gallery (72 Pics)

Practice helps the Sooners prepare for the season but what does it take to get the famed OU helmets ready for gameday? Blake Kuenzi in OU Athletics Equipment takes you through the process. Kuenzi estimates he's got the art and science of prepping each helmet down to five minutes (but he's got 115 helmets on deck):

Oklahoma football players strap on the helmets twice today in the second of four sessions of two-a-days in preseason practice. We'll have video and photo coverage of both morning and evening sessions. For now, here's Friday's headlines on Sooner football:

OU FOOTBALL HEADLINES

Hunnicutt Looks to Repeat Freshman Success - Tulsa World

Florida Freshmen Shining Early for Sooners - ESPN

Colvin Gives Boost to Sooner Secondary - Enid News & Eagle

Millard Prepping for Multiple Positions - Norman Transcript

Mike Stoops, OU Defense Want Redemption - ESPN

Preseason: Five Early Stars of Two-a-Days - The Oklahoman

OU's Jones, Metoyer Developing Chemistry - ESPN

Ikard, Jefferson on Preseason Second Team - Sports Illustrated

Video: Bronson Irwin Ready to Step Up on O-Line - ESPN

Notes: Linebacker, Reinforcements, Clay - Tulsa World

OU Great Prentice Gautt Joins Wall of Fame - The Oklahoman

Preseason Camp: Biggest Story Line, Questions - ESPN

Washington on Silly Teammates, Not Judge - Tulsa World

Big 12 Syllabus: Oklahoma Sooners - Saturday Blitz

Mike Stoops Getting to Know His Players - Norman Transcript

Thursday, August 9

After its first session of two-a-days on Wednesday, the Sooners return to the practice field Thursday morning with a mini-scrimmage on the schedule. Check out photos from practice:

OU Preseason Practice 8 Photo Gallery (72 Pics)

Sooner fans hope the Moose gets loose in Norman this fall. Junior tight end Brannon "Moose" Green shares the origin of his nickname, his role in the offense and his excitement about putting on that OU jersey and helmet come September 1:

OU FOOTBALL HEADLINES

Colvin Returns to Corner, New System - Norman Transcript

Our Preseason No. 2 Team: Oklahoma Sooners - NBC Sports

Dom Whaley "Ready to Go" After Injury - Tulsa World

Football Countdown: No. 5 Oklahoma - Orlando Sentinel

Hunnicutt Didn't Kick Back During Summer - The Oklahoman

OU-West Virginia, Big 12 Title on Line? - News & Sentinel

Ranking the Big 12's Best Players: Kenny Stills - ESPN

Trey Millard, Two-a-Days, Strength, Offense - Tulsa World

Brown Excited to Work With Landry Jones - The Oklahoman

Video: Oklahoma Safety Tony Jefferson - ESPN

Bronson Irwin: "I Trust Every Guy on O-Line" - The Oklahoman

Preseason Losses Plaguing OU Football Team - ESPN

Wednesday, August 8

Wednesday marks OU's first session of two-a-days with practices slated for the morning and evening. The Sooners will hold a total of four two-a-days over the course of preseason practice.

OU Preseason Practice 7 Photo Gallery (79 Pics)

WASHINGTON VIDEO SERIES
Senior defensive end R.J. Washington is back with another episode in his video series. This time, R.J. explains spades, explores OU's hot and cold tubs plus provides his opinion on Titanic:

OU FOOTBALL HEADLINES

Receiver Kenny Stills Embraces Leadership Role - ESPN

Justin Brown Practicing for Sooners - Norman Transcript

Brown Impresses at First Oklahoma Practice - USA Today

Addition of Brown Strengthens WR Corps - The Oklahoman

New Receivers Impressing Josh Heupel - ESPN

Redemption the Theme for Oklahoma Defense - KOTV 6

Oklahoma Drill? Striker, Ripkowski, Gundy - Tulsa World

What We Do and Don't Know About RBs - C&C Machine

Gabe Ikard Talks About Replacing Ben Habern - ESPN

Brown Gives Instant Upgrade - Fort Worth Star-Telegram

Colvin Excited About Return to Corner - The Oklahoman

Home-Field Advantage in Norman - College Football News

Onuoha, Shepard Players to Watch - The Oklahoman

Jake Trotter: Oklahoma Football Chat Recap - ESPN

Center, Wort, Freshmen Defensive Ends - Tulsa World

Sooner Receiving Corps Strengthened With Brown - KOTV 6

WR Justin Brown Talks About Transfer to Oklahoma - ESPN

Surveying Oklahoma's O-Line Situation - The Oklahoman

Why Limit to One Wide Receiver? - Norman Transcript

During Monday's practice, junior offensive lineman Gabe Ikard wore a microphone in his pads, as part of SoonerVision's Mic'd Up series (check out Gabe here). On Tuesday, junior linebacker Tom Wort took his turn at the mic representing the defense:

Tuesday, August 7

After a surprise 10-minute shower this morning, the Sooners broke out a favorite. Developed by Oklahoma's Bud Wilkinson, the Oklahoma Drill has become a tradition not only at OU, but at football practices across the country from high school to the pros:

Oklahoma Drill Highlights No. 1 | No. 2 | No. 3

OU Preseason Practice 5 Photo Gallery (45 Pics)

Sophomore defensive end Chuka Ndulue describes the energy of the Oklahoma Drill for the players, his observations on the newcomers and breaks down the personalities at defensive end:

OU FOOTBALL HEADLINES

Dominique Whaley Says He's "Better Than Ever" - ESPN

Sooners' Offensive Line Wearing Thin - Norman Transcript

Oklahoma vs. West Virginia for Big 12? - CBS Sports

Trey Millard Personification of "Football Player" - ESPN

Running Backs, Lacolton Bester, Finch at Slot - Tulsa World

Stoops Compares Onuoha, Alexander - The Oklahoman

Sooners' Offensive Line Depth Depleted - ESPN

New Additions Show Promise for OU - Norman Transcript

How Trey Metoyer Ended Up at Oklahoma - The Oklahoman

Receiver Trey Metoyer Ready to Back Up Hype - ESPN

Switzer Brings Down House at Presentation - The Oklahoman

Hoover: OU's Season Turned Upside Down - Tulsa World

Another Blow to OU's Title Hopes - National Football Post

OU's Offensive Line Dealt Another Blow - The Oklahoman

Oklahoma Down Another Lineman - NBC Sports

Monday, August 6

Just received this cool video from SoonerVision of offensive lineman Gabe Ikard mic'd up during this morning's practice. If you've ever wanted to know what really happens when the shoulder pads get strapped on, let Ikard tell you. Literally:

Oklahoma's fourth practice of the preseason was, by far, the warmest yet -- despite a 9:45 a.m. start. Temps were in the upper 80s (not bad considering the record heat in the state) but the players drilled under a direct sun with little breeze. The coaches dictated frequent water breaks with OU's cadre of trainers keeping a watchful eye on the team throughout the morning. View a full photo gallery and interviews below with videos linked on right:

OU Preseason Practice 4 Photo Gallery (66 Pics)

Below, freshman wide receiver Trey Metoyer talks about his observations on fellow young wideouts, how excited he'll be to put on the Sooner uniform Sept. 1 and more:

We also caught up with another Trey, junior fullback Trey Millard, who spoke about getting back to work, what's surprised him most in the first four practices and much more:

OU FOOTBALL HEADLINES

Position Update: Quarterback, News and Notes - Tulsa World

Gabe Ikard Front and Center for Sooners - Norman Transcript

Stoops: Defensive Line Better Than People Think - ESPN

Looking for Redemption of OU's Pride - The Oklahoman

Washington Works to Become Difference Maker - KOTV 6

Sooners Need Skilled Playmakers to Step Up - Tulsa World

Sooners' "Savior" Seeks Own Salvation - Norman Transcript

Stoops Looks for Defense to Redeem Itself - Tulsa World

Aaron Colvin "Comfortable" at Cornerback - ESPN

Explaining Uncommon Patience of Stoops - The Oklahoman

Sooners Meet Media, Greet Fans - KOTV 6 Tulsa

Kasitati, Woods Cleared to Play for Sooners - ESPN

Whaley Promises Strong Effort, Defensive Ends - Tulsa World

Coaches Apprehensive But Whaley Ready - Norman Transcript

Observations from OU Media Day - Tulsa World

Stoops on Position Changes, Jones, Ikard - The Oklahoman

Stoops: Don't Expect Scheme Change in 2012 - ESPN

Sooners Looking to Stills for Leadership - Tulsa World

Stoops, Washington High on Young DEs - The Oklahoman

Notre Dame Lists OU on 2012 Home Schedule - ND Athletics

Bob Stoops' Overview of Oklahoma Football - The Oklahoman

Sunday, August 5

Progressively adding more equipment and heat, the Oklahoma football team practiced in shells for the first time this preseason. The session started later in the morning, at 9:45, but light cloud cover helped hold temps to the upper 80s. View photos of the Sooners at work while we process more content and video.

OU Preseason Practice 3 Photo Gallery (102 Pics)

In addition to our preseason video, photos and interviews from the practice fields, we'll also be bringing you the latest information direct from the players and coaches themselves. Watch for a little different angle on OU football in our new series, Sooner Report:

Sooner Report: One Goal, Landry's Last Go, Ikard

Saturday, August 4

Big day for the Sooners and their fans Saturday in Norman. The team started bright and early with a practice down at the Rugby Fields at 6:45 a.m. The annual Meet the Sooners Day followed and Media Day wrapped up the afternoon. Full coverage from SoonerSports.com with photo galleries below and video links to the right.

Meet the Sooners Day Photo Gallery (127 Pics)

Sooner Football Media Day Photo Gallery (57 Pics)

OU Preseason Practice 2 Photo Gallery (70 Pics)

Friday, August 3

Oklahoma opened preseason camp with a 6 a.m. practice on campus in Norman. Coach Stoops moved the start of the workout to the early morning to avoid the record heat that has settled over the state. Temps were already in the mid-80s when the players, wearing shorts and practice jerseys, began stretches. View a photo gallery and check out practice highlights via the links to the right.

OU Preseason Practice No. 1 Gallery (73 Photos)

OU FOOTBALL HEADLINES

Oklahoma Football Storylines to Watch - ESPN

Three Storylines as Oklahoma Opens Camp - Tulsa World

Gabe Ikard to Take Over at Center - The Oklahoman

Notes: OU No. 4, Avoiding the Heat - Norman Transcript

Nothing Definitive Yet About This OU Team - Tulsa World

Oklahoma No. 4 in This Preseason Poll - Sporting News

OU Needs Positive Response to Adversity - KOTV 6 Tulsa

Stoops Recalls Near Disaster in Insight Bowl - The Oklahoman

OU About Right in Preseason Coaches Poll - Tulsa World

Analyzing the Preseason Coaches Poll - College Football News

Sooners No. 4 in Preseason Coaches Poll - The Oklahoman

Stoops Defends the Bowl System - Norman Transcript

What We Know About OU's Offensive Line - C&C Machine

Sooners Hope to Swing Trend in Preseason Poll - Tulsa World

Sooner Defensive Backs Shelve Nickname - ESPN

Knowing the Big 12: Oklahoma Sooners - Through the Phog

Dewey Selmon's Path to State Hall of Fame - The Oklahoman

Landry Jones Snubbed in Big 12 Voting? - ESPN

Reinstated Players Buried on Depth Chart? - The Oklahoman

Thursday, August 2

The Sooners report today for preseason camp as Oklahoma begins preparations for its 118th season of football:

PRESEASON CAMP BEGINS
The Sooners have officially arrived and reported for preseason camp, which kicked off with a team meeting to review important details surrounding compliance, academics, equipment and other necessary information. Click here or the photo below to view a photo gallery from the Sooners report day and check SoonerSports.com shortly for more from Norman.

CLOSER TO CAMP
As OU gets closer to officially reporting for camp, check out a panoramic view from the Adrian Peterson Team Meeting Room as well as Owen Field, both of which will see the Sooners quite a bit over the next few months.

Sporting News Agrees With Coaches - 1:27 p.m.
The USA Today Coaches Preseason Poll was released earlier this morning, where the Sooners were ranked fourth. According to Sporting News, the coaches got it right. The national outlet released its preseason Top 25 recently, slotting OU fourth also. SN says, "Both sides of the ball are loaded with playmakers."

Click here to check out the Sporting News' Preseason Top 25 and its take on the Sooners.

Switzer Center Panoramic View - 9:25 a.m.
In just a few hours, Sooner football players will be swarming this area of the Barry Switzer Center, right outside the locker room and equipment room. Check out a 360 panoramic view of the calm before the storm by clicking here or the photo below.

OU FOOTBALL HEADLINES

Roundtable: Sooners to Watch in the Preseason - ESPN

Roster Shocker: OU's Ben Habern Done - Norman Transcript

Suspended Trio Reinstated, Roster Changes - Tulsa World

Sizing Up Impact of Habern Loss on Oklahoma - ESPN

Notes: Weight an Issue, Advice, Additions - Norman Transcript

Oklahoma Center Habern Ends Career - Associated Press

Gabe Ikard, Adam Shead Take Center Stage - ESPN

Palm: Sooners in Fiesta Bowl vs. Wisconsin - CBS Sports

Sooners in Mix in Big 12 With Elite Receivers - ESPN

OU Stars Help Red Cross With Blood Drive - Tulsa World

The Two Worlds of Sooner Football - Norman Transcript

Sooners Missing Out on Olympic Dream - Tulsa World

OU vs. Notre Dame, OSU Sold Out - Dallas Morning News

Coaches Poll Set for Release Thursday - USA Today

Chat Recap: Sterling Shepard, Ty Darlington - The Oklahoman

Monday, July 30

OU players report for preseason practice on Thursday in Norman. The first practice of the preseason begins Friday morning as the Sooners prepare for the 2012 season-opener at UTEP on September 1. Watch for full coverage on SoonerSports.com.

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OU FOOTBALL HEADLINES

The Belldozer Lives On for Sooners - The Oklahoman

Coaches, WRs Need to Help Landry Out - Tulsa World

Stoops: OU's Young Receivers Coming Along - ESPN

Sooners Looking for More Than 10 Wins - The Oklahoman

Supporting Cast Key to Success - Topeka Capital-Journal

Ben Habern Happy to be Back - Norman Transcript

Stoops Would Like Interaction in Summer - The Oklahoman

Dominique Whaley Cleared But Stoops Cautious - ESPN

Finding Help for Landry Jones - Tulsa World

Jones, WRs Will Develop Chemistry - The Oklahoman

Jordan Phillips on All-Redshirt Team - College Football News

Cotton Bowl "Special" to OU's Bob Stoops - ESPN

OU's Hanna, Murray, Pool with Dallas Cowboys - Tulsa World

Curtis Lofton Back in a "Football City" - The Oklahoman

Stoops: Season Finale at TCU a Challenge - ESPN

Daily Coverage

SoonerSports.com provides exclusive, daily preseason practice coverage direct from Norman. Coverage begins with the first practice on Friday, August 3. Oklahoma's 2012 season begins with the opener at UTEP in El Paso on September 1.

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