Oklahoma football outlines support staff roles for the 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 7, 2026, 8:04 PM
Last updated Sep 7, 2026

The Oklahoma football program has solidified its organizational structure under head coach Brent Venables for the 2026 season. Following a 10-win campaign and a playoff appearance in 2025, the team is focusing on behind-the-scenes leadership to maintain momentum. The staff includes a front office led by general manager Jim Nagy, along with dedicated divisions for recruiting, player personnel, and sports performance. Strength coach James Dobson oversees the athletic enhancement team, while a newly expanded creative department handles digital assets and game film technology. Venables, who signed a contract extension before the current season began, intends for these departments to support a physical playing style. This administrative setup aims to improve player acquisition and retention in the transfer portal era.
- •General manager Jim Nagy leads the front office alongside senior assistant general manager Lake Dawson.
- •James Dobson serves as the director of sports enhancement and strength and conditioning.
- •The program maintains dedicated departments for recruiting, player personnel, and athletic medicine.
- •A creative content team manages digital media and film technology to support recruiting efforts.
- •Head coach Brent Venables recently signed a contract extension with the university.
- 8:04 PMYahoo Sports — Taking a look at OU's support staff and coaching analysts in 2026
"The Sooners are buoyed by a strong support staff in 2026.
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