Oklahoma defensive line poised for leadership in upcoming season
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 10:06 AM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026
As fall camp continues in Norman, the Oklahoma Sooners are preparing for the start of the 2026 regular season in less than two weeks. Following a successful 2025 campaign that included a College Football Playoff appearance, the focus shifts to the defensive line, which has become a strength of the team. Under the guidance of coaches Todd Bates and Miguel Chavis, the unit will feature returning starters and a mix of new talent. Key players include defensive tackles Jayden Jackson and David Stone, along with defensive ends Taylor Wein and Adepoju Adebawore. The coaching staff expects these players to step up after the team lost some veteran presence in the offseason.
- •Oklahoma Sooners begin regular season preparations in under two weeks.
- •Defensive line viewed as a key strength of the team this year.
- •Jayden Jackson and David Stone return as starting defensive tackles.
- •Taylor Wein locked in as a starting defensive end after a breakout year.
- •Coaches expect newer players to contribute significantly this season.
- 10:06 AMYahoo Sports — Oklahoma positional previews: Linebacker room ready to shine again
- 10:06 AMYahoo Sports — Oklahoma positional previews: Defensive line ready to lead again
"OU's linebacker position is ready to help anchor the defense again this season.
"Taking a look at the defensive line for the Sooners this year.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 25, 2026, 10:06 AMOklahoma positional previews: Linebacker room ready to shine again
OU's linebacker position is ready to help anchor the defense again this season.
- Yahoo SportsAug 24, 2026, 10:06 AMOklahoma positional previews: Defensive line ready to lead again
Taking a look at the defensive line for the Sooners this year.
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