Oklahoma defense aims for improvement, prepares for South Carolina matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 27, 2026, 6:34 PM
Last updated Oct 27, 2026

Oklahoma linebacker Taylor Wein expressed confidence in the team's defense but acknowledged the need for improvement after their performance against Mississippi State. Currently ranked No. 11 in total defense, the Sooners emphasize reducing penalties and executing in critical moments. Oklahoma’s success has come from an ability to confuse opponents and apply pressure. The defense must maintain discipline as they face South Carolina, where quarterback LaNorris Sellers poses a challenge both in the air and on the ground. The next game will be a chance for the Sooners to refine their execution.
- •Oklahoma ranks No. 11 in total defense and No. 4 in defensive efficiency.
- •Linebacker Owen Heinecke leads with 54 tackles and 6.5 tackles for loss.
- •Taylor Wein emphasizes cleaning up penalties for future success.
- •The Sooners prepare to face South Carolina's quarterback LaNorris Sellers.
- •Oklahoma's next game will provide an opportunity for defensive growth.
- 6:34 PMYahoo Sports — Taylor Wein believes Oklahoma's defense can go to another level
"Taylor Wein says Oklahoma's defense must clean up penalties, correct mistakes and execute in critical moments.
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