Brent Venables addresses staff questions after Oklahoma's loss to South Carolina
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 1, 2026, 1:35 AM
Last updated Nov 1, 2026

Oklahoma head coach Brent Venables refrained from discussing potential staff changes following the Sooners' 42-25 defeat to South Carolina on October 31. The offense struggled, being outgained 307-71 by halftime. Offensive coordinator Ben Arbuckle faced criticism from fans, leading to calls for his firing during the game. Arbuckle defended his role, expressing belief in the team's standards and his commitment to improvement. The Sooners will next prepare to face Florida on November 8.
- •Oklahoma lost to South Carolina 42-25 on October 31.
- •Venables did not confirm or deny potential staff changes.
- •Arbuckle faced criticism and fan calls for dismissal.
- •The Sooners were significantly outgained at halftime, 307-71.
- •Oklahoma plays Florida on November 8.
- 1:35 AMYahoo Sports — Brent Venables 'not talking about' potential OU football staff changes following SC loss
"OU football coach Brent Venables refused to say whether he's considering any staff changes following a blowout loss to South Carolina on Saturday.
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