Oklahoma's Taylor Wein addresses key defensive issues at SEC media days
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 20, 2026, 7:01 PM
Last updated Jul 20, 2026
Taylor Wein of the Oklahoma Sooners discussed defensive improvements needed ahead of the 2026 season during SEC media days. Despite ranking among the top defenses last season, the team recorded just 13 turnovers, while the offense committed 16, leading to a negative turnover differential. Wein emphasized the need to create more turnovers and improve fourth-quarter performance, as the Sooners allowed 26 points in their three losses last season. Addressing these issues is crucial for maintaining their elite status and heading into the upcoming season stronger.
- •Taylor Wein highlights need for more turnovers.
- •Oklahoma's defense allowed 26 fourth-quarter points in three losses last season.
- •Sooners forced only 13 turnovers last year, with 16 committed by the offense.
- •Addressing these issues is critical for the team's chances in 2026.
- 7:01 PMYahoo Sports — Oklahoma's Taylor Wein identifies two key defensive problems
"Oklahoma's defense is focused on creating more turnovers and finishing games stronger.
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