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Oklahoma seeks improvement in running game ahead of fall camp

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 7:27 PM

Last updated Aug 4, 2026

Oklahoma seeks improvement in running game ahead of fall camp

Summary

Oklahoma coach Brent Venables aims to enhance the running game as fall camp begins on Wednesday. Despite a solid defense that helped the team reach the College Football Playoff last season, the Sooners ranked 13th in the SEC in rushing, averaging 118.5 yards per game. To address this, Venables has hired former NFL All-Pro Jason Witten to coach tight ends, focusing on boosting contributions from that position. Witten emphasizes the importance of creating explosive runs and effective blocking from both tight ends and the offensive line.

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Status Watch

•Oklahoma ranked 13th in SEC rushing last season.
•Jason Witten joins as tight ends coach to enhance performance.
•Fall camp begins on Wednesday aiming for improved offensive output.
•Transfers Hayden Hansen and Rocky Beers bolster tight end depth.

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7:27 PMYahoo Sports — Oklahoma coach Brent Venables looking for more production from running game

What they're saying

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Much of that defense returns, but the Sooners will need more production from their running backs and tight ends to make a return trip. Oklahoma is looking to boost production from the tight end position heading into fall camp, which begins Wednesday, and Venables has added former NFL All-Pro Jason Witten to his coaching staff to help spark improvement. Witten inherits a mix of veterans and young players, including transfers Hayden Hansen (Florida) and Rocky Beers (Colorado State).
— Yahoo Sportsby TIM WILLERT

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