Brent Venables compares Reggie Powers to former Oklahoma defenders Roy Williams and Tony Jefferson

Oklahoma head coach Brent Venables identified Reggie Powers as a key player for the upcoming season during a recent team broadcast. Powers is expected to take over the starting cheetah position following the departure of Kendal Daniels to the NFL. Venables praised the third-year player for his range, defensive instincts, and speed in space. These attributes led the coach to draw comparisons between Powers and former Oklahoma standouts Roy Williams and Tony Jefferson. The Sooners are preparing for their season opener against the University of Texas at El Paso on Friday. The coaching staff plans to rely on the experience Powers gained as a role player last season to fill the defensive void left by his predecessor.

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