Greg McElroy supports Oklahoma's chances with strong defense
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 3:00 PM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
Greg McElroy expressed his confidence in the Oklahoma Sooners, citing their exceptional defense as a key factor. Oklahoma, coming off a 10-3 season and a College Football Playoff appearance, aims to overcome its past postseason struggles. McElroy highlighted the team's ability to disrupt opponent offenses, leading the nation in tackles for loss and ranking among the top in sacks. With Brent Venables returning the defense's core and the offense expected to improve, Oklahoma looks to enhance its playoff ambitions. The Sooners are targeting their first national title since 2000.
- •Oklahoma finished last season with a 10-3 record.
- •The Sooners have a poor playoff history, going 0-5.
- •They led the nation in tackles for loss and ranked top three in sacks.
- •Brent Venables returns the core of the strong defense.
- •Improvement in offense under John Mateer is anticipated.
- 3:00 PMYahoo Sports — Greg McElroy reveals why he's higher on Oklahoma than most
"Greg McElroy says Oklahoma's dominant defense makes the Sooners one of college football's elite teams
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