Paul Finebaum says Oklahoma is a contender for SEC title
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 4:00 PM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
Paul Finebaum expressed that the Oklahoma Sooners have emerged as a contender for the SEC title during the 2026 season. Despite being projected to finish seventh in the conference, Finebaum noted an increasing buzz around Oklahoma at SEC media days, indicating a shift in perception. The Sooners aim to improve on last season's 10-3 record and have a strong defense returning, along with an offense expected to advance in Year 2 under Ben Arbuckle. This internal respect within the SEC raises expectations for Oklahoma as they pursue a potential spot in the SEC championship race.
- •Oklahoma finished last season with a 10-3 record.
- •The Sooners are projected to finish seventh in the SEC.
- •Finebaum noted growing interest in Oklahoma at SEC media days.
- •The team returns a strong defense and seeks offensive improvement.
- •Results on the field will determine their SEC championship viability.
- 4:00 PMYahoo Sports — Paul Finebaum believes Oklahoma can win the SEC
"Paul Finebaum says Oklahoma has emerged as a legitimate contender to win the SEC in 2026.
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