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. 

Dean Blevins and John Holcomb give their opening takes. Mike Stoops Out as OU Defensive Coordinator Cleveland Browns victorious in OT win OSU falls to Iowa State Hear It From Harold   

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

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

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

OU and Texas meet in a windy matchup at the Cotton Bowl Saturday for the 113th time and at the ridiculously early kick time all attendees have unfortunately gotten used to -- 11AM. Second-year head coaches Lincoln Riley and Tom Herman will lead their lads down the famous ramp and onto a field where many a viciously-fought war has left the winners feeling bullet-proof and on top of the world, while the losers leave with a nasty knot in their stomachs with a dreaded and despicable feeli...

No. 5/6 Oklahoma is a stunning 30-point favorite over UCLA in Saturday’s noon kickoff on Owen Field. Several thoughts after watching the openers for both teams twice more this week. *Receiver Charleston Rambo debuts Saturday – much-anticipated by some …the 6-2 four-star from Cedar Hill, TX. *OU receiver Lee Morris is a remarkably skilled player – especially coming a walk-on (given skolly Monday by Lincoln Riley after monster opener). Multiple players raved ...

With football season here and OSU having done the expected to Missouri State, we kick off our weekly feature full of hopefully interesting facts, figures and a lot of what’s been going through my brain — quite scary, I agree.

OU's defensive line is looking to improve in 2018, and has a new standard for play.