Michael Fasusi absent from OU football drills during training camp
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 3:52 PM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026

During Oklahoma football's sixth training camp practice on August 11, star left tackle Michael Fasusi did not participate due to injury. Other offensive linemen, Heath Ozaeta, Darius Afalava, and Daniel Akinkunmi, were also limited. In their absence, Ryan Fodje took over left tackle duties while Noah Best filled in at right guard. The running backs’ situation continues to evolve, with Lloyd Avant and Xavier Robinson appearing to lead despite Tory Blaylock and Jonathan Hatton Jr. not participating in drills. The team is preparing for their upcoming game in 32 days, with new transfer Danny Saili present but not yet in uniform.
- •Michael Fasusi did not participate in drills due to injury
- •Heath Ozaeta also limited with knee issues
- •Ryan Fodje filled in at left tackle
- •Lloyd Avant and Xavier Robinson leading running backs
- •Upcoming game is 32 days away
- 3:52 PMYahoo Sports — OU football training camp observations: Michael Fasusi in injury tent during drills
"Oklahoma football held its first padded practice of training camp Tuesday. Sooners offensive lineman Michael Fasusi did not participate in drills.
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