Greg McElroy says Oklahoma can contend for national championship
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 10:03 AM
Last updated Aug 23, 2026

Greg McElroy expressed confidence that the Oklahoma Sooners can win the national championship. With a recent 10-3 season and a playoff appearance after a sluggish 6-7 start in the SEC, Oklahoma looks poised to compete for higher honors. Coach Brent Venables has assembled a talented roster, but questions remain about the consistency of the offense led by quarterback John Mateer. McElroy emphasized the importance of first securing a College Football Playoff berth before aiming for the title, pointing to the challenging schedule ahead. Success in these upcoming games will be critical for Oklahoma’s championship aspirations.
- •Oklahoma finished the 2025 season with a 10-3 record.
- •The team reached the College Football Playoff but lost to Alabama.
- •Coach Brent Venables emphasizes improvement from a previous 6-7 season.
- •Greg McElroy believes Oklahoma has enough talent to compete for the title.
- •Consistency on offense is crucial for championship hopes.
- 10:03 AMYahoo Sports — Greg McElroy sends clear message about Oklahoma's championship hopes
"Greg McElroy believes Oklahoma can win the national championship if the Sooners first secure another CFP berth.
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