Teddy Lehman criticizes SEC media for Oklahoma's preseason ranking
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 8:00 PM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
Teddy Lehman, a former linebacker for the Oklahoma Sooners, has expressed frustration with the recent preseason ranking placing Oklahoma seventh in the SEC. This ranking highlights a lack of confidence among media following the Sooners' first year in the conference, which ended with a 6-7 record. Despite returning to the College Football Playoff last season, many still doubt Oklahoma's place among top teams. Lehman believes that significant success is needed to restore faith in the program. He emphasized that winning the SEC or making another playoff appearance would shift perceptions about the Sooners' competitiveness.
- •Oklahoma is ranked seventh by SEC media despite having a strong roster.
- •Lehman attributes skepticism to a poor first season in the SEC.
- •The Sooners aim for improved performance to change perceptions.
- •Oklahoma has more preseason all-SEC selections than several higher-ranked teams.
- •A strong season could help restore Oklahoma's status as a college football elite.
- 8:00 PMYahoo Sports — Oklahoma legend slams SEC media over preseason ranking
"Teddy Lehman says Oklahoma must keep winning to change perceptions.
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