Connor Arant commits to Oklahoma as top tight end prospect for 2028
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 12:41 AM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026
Four-star tight end prospect Connor Arant from Bixby, Oklahoma, has announced his commitment to the Oklahoma Sooners. This decision adds to Oklahoma's recruiting efforts, as he chose the Sooners over offers from several prominent programs, including Ohio State and Alabama. Arant has expressed admiration for head coach Brent Venables and tight ends coach Jason Witten, citing their impact in his decision. Evaluated as the No. 315 overall prospect and No. 15 tight end nationally for the 2028 cycle, he joins quarterback Trey Tagliaferri as Oklahoma's second commitment in this recruiting class. His high school performance includes both offensive and defensive roles, contributing to his team's success with multiple touchdowns and tackles.
- •Connor Arant is a four-star tight end prospect from Bixby, Oklahoma.
- •He committed to the Oklahoma Sooners, marking his choice over major programs.
- •Arant is ranked the No. 15 tight end in the 2028 recruiting cycle.
- •He joins quarterback Trey Tagliaferri as part of Oklahoma's 2028 class.
- •Arant contributed six touchdowns and 23 total tackles as a sophomore.
- 12:41 AMYahoo Sports — Oklahoma earns commitment from 2028 4-star TE Connor Arant
- 12:07 AMYahoo Sports — OU football adds Bixby TE Connor Arant to 2028 recruiting class
- 11:31 PMYahoo Sports — 2028 4-star TE Connor Arant commits to Oklahoma
"Bixby (Okla.) four-star Connor Arant, one of the top tight end prospects in the 2028 cycle, has committed to the Oklahoma Sooners, becoming the latest local blue-chipper to opt for the SEC program. Arant chose head coach Brent Venables, tight ends coach Jason Witten and the Oklahoma staff over a wave of other offers, including […]
"The Sooners picked up a commitment from 4-star in-state tight end Connor Arant out of Bixby, Oklahoma.
"OU football landed a commitment from 2028 Bixby four-star tight end Connor Arant on Tuesday.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 16, 2026, 12:41 AMOklahoma earns commitment from 2028 4-star TE Connor Arant
The Sooners picked up a commitment from 4-star in-state tight end Connor Arant out of Bixby, Oklahoma.
- Yahoo SportsSep 16, 2026, 12:07 AMOU football adds Bixby TE Connor Arant to 2028 recruiting class
OU football landed a commitment from 2028 Bixby four-star tight end Connor Arant on Tuesday.
- Yahoo SportsSep 15, 2026, 11:31 PM2028 4-star TE Connor Arant commits to Oklahoma
Bixby (Okla.) four-star Connor Arant, one of the top tight end prospects in the 2028 cycle, has committed to the Oklahoma Sooners, becoming the latest local blue-chipper to opt for the SEC program. Arant chose head coach Brent Venables, tight ends coach Jason Witten and the Oklahoma staff over a wave of other offers, including […]
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