Brent Venables praised by Rick Neuheisel ahead of 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 10:01 PM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
Former head coach Rick Neuheisel expressed confidence in Brent Venables as he enters the 2026 season with the Oklahoma Sooners. Neuheisel highlighted Venables’ championship experience, noting his successful tenure as defensive coordinator at Clemson. The Sooners recently extended Venables' contract through 2031, following two 10-win seasons and a College Football Playoff appearance. With significant improvements anticipated on offense, including a healthy quarterback John Mateer, Oklahoma aims to enhance its performance against tough opponents early in the season.
- •Brent Venables signed a contract extension through 2031.
- •Rick Neuheisel praised Venables' championship pedigree.
- •Oklahoma enters the 2026 season after a playoff appearance.
- •John Mateer returns healthy to improve the offense.
- •Oklahoma faces tough early road games in Ann Arbor and Athens.
- 10:01 PMYahoo Sports — Former head coach praises Oklahoma's Brent Venables ahead of 2026
"Former head coach Rick Neuheisel high on Brent Venables heading into the 2026 season.
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