Oklahoma defensive player David Stone suffers significant knee injury in practice
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 22, 2026, 3:22 AM
Last updated Sep 22, 2026

David Stone, a key defensive player for the Oklahoma Sooners, suffered a dislocated left knee during practice on September 21, 2026. Initial assessments indicate that the injury may sideline him for the remainder of the season, pending further tests including an MRI. Stone's absence would significantly impact Oklahoma's defensive structure, as he has been a crucial part of the team's elite defense that has allowed just 23 points in three games. His injury occurred while he was participating in an offensive goal-line package, highlighting the unpredictable nature of injuries in practice. The Sooners are expected to assess the full extent of Stone's injury after the MRI results are available.
- •David Stone suffered a dislocated left knee during practice.
- •An MRI will determine the severity of the injury.
- •Stone has been a leading defender this season with 12 tackles.
- •Oklahoma's defense has allowed only 23 points in three games.
- •The Sooners will need to adapt quickly if Stone is sidelined.
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"A freak practice injury to the interior anchor threatens to derail the Sooners’ elite defense just as the schedule toughens, leaving a structural void in Norman
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