Lloyd Avant emerges as leading running back for Oklahoma Sooners

Lloyd Avant, a transfer from Colorado State, takes early lead in Oklahoma Sooners' running back rotation as training camp begins. Coach Deland McCullough highlighted Avant's impressive performance and high grades in practice, noting he would start if a game were held this week. The prevailing injuries among returning players Tory Blaylock and Xavier Robinson have created opportunities for Avant, who had 678 combined rushing and receiving yards last season. As practices continue, Avant's role may be challenged when Blaylock and Robinson return, along with freshmen Jonathan Hatton and DeZephen Walker impressing in camp.

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