Ahead of kickoff for a massive season in Norman, the Sooners on SI staff logged their bold predictions for the upcoming campaign.

The Sooners have the potential to be much more efficient on the ground in 2026, and Xavier Robinson is now a leader in the tailback room.

Oklahoma Sooners running back Xavier Robinson is becoming a leader in Norman.

Robinson is coming off of offseason surgery after being limited to end 2025.

Sooners running back Xavier Robinson speaks to the media after practice Tuesday, Aug. 18.

With the first day of media observation of the Sooners’ fall camp in the books, the biggest takeaway is from the tailbacks. Friday, the media watched roughly 30 minutes of Oklahoma football’s third day of practice and there were a slew of storylines typically from the offense. Running Backs The running backs were led by Colorado State transfer Lloyd Avant in all drills, followed by junior ...

J.D. PicKell believes a balanced rushing attack could unlock Oklahoma's offense is 2026.

The Sooners desperately need to be more productive on the ground, and to do so, their top two tailbacks must stay healthy.

Changes are coming to how the NCAA counts eligibility for student-athletes.