Oklahoma head football coach Lincoln Riley talked to the media about the dismissal of defensive coordinator Mike Stoops Sunday, a day after the Sooners lost to Texas 48-45, giving up more than 500 yards to the Longhorns. Riley said the dismissal of the long-time coordinator was his decision and his decision only, adding that pressure from the president's office is "not how Oklahoma works." "That's why this place has been so good for so long," Riley said. Likewis...

Former University of Oklahoma defensive coordinator Mike Stoops has issued a statement, a day after he was dismissed by the university. "My family and I continue to hold the University of Oklahoma football players, coaching staff, administrative staff, and the entire Sooner Nation in the highest regard. We wish nothing but continued success for the program. I want to especially thank all of my players (past and present) for their tireless efforts to keep Oklahoma on top. I hav...

The day after the shocking but inevitable firing of OU defensive coordinator Mike Stoops, Oklahoma supporters should recognize the vital contributions the lightning rod Sooner assistant delivered. Sure, the tumultuous times of late are fresh and disheartening. But amidst the bashing and blaming, it’s only fair and appropriate to also appreciate the positive impact made on the Sooner program by M Stoops. The redhead’s much-welcomed signature brand of fire and fury style he...

For the remainder of the season, assistant head coach and defensive tackles coach Ruffin McNeill will serve as the defensive coordinator. 

Mike Stoops is out as the defensive coordinator for the University of Oklahoma football team.  

A week and a half into fall practice, something feels different to the OU defense.

News 9's Dean Blevins gives his thoughts on Lincoln Riley taking over as the head football coach at Oklahoma. 

This week on the Blitz, Dean Blevins and John Holcomb sit down with ESPN NBA writer Royce Young again.

University of Oklahoma head football coach Lincoln Riley filled the vacant position on his staff Wednesday by hiring Ruffin McNeill as assistant head coach and defensive tackles coach.