Champion Standard: Oklahoma Sooners Podcdast

Boomer Sooner Nation—we’re just 13 days away from kickoff! In Episode 2 of Brainiac Banter, Rob and Brad are joined by Charlie from The Football Brainiacs to break down fall camp takeaways, roster battles, and season predictions.

We cover:

Brent Venables’ new approach to player health & camp management

The offensive line depth chart: Fasusi, Howland, Sexton & Simmons

Recruiting updates, commitments, and wide receiver misses

The Champion Standard crew is back with J.Y. to break down the nastiest position group battles in OU’s 2025 fall camp. From unsettled right tackle spots to Courtland Guillory’s violent play style, we cover every inch of the trenches. Who’s stepping up, who’s getting pushed, and why this roster might be the deepest in years. Plus, why Illinois State could give us an early tell into  OU’s SEC title hopes.

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Sooner Nation — Fall Camp is in full swing, and we’ve got The Football Brainiacs insider James Hale joining Champion Standard to break it all down. From John Mateer’s Baker Mayfield-like command to Brent Venables’ defense finally clicking, we dive into why this team looks like a real SEC contender. We cover: Who’s emerging at wide receiver 👀 Why Mateer is the guy Depth chart battles at LB, CB, and TE The impact of Ben Arbuckle’s s...

In this episode of Champion Standard, Coach Flo joins us to break down Ben Arbuckle’s wide zone run game and how it could completely reshape Oklahoma’s offensive identity in 2025. From pistol formations to tight end concerns, we dive deep into the film, the stats, and the trench warfare that defines the wide zone scheme. OU fans — this is your first look at what’s coming.

🎯 Don’t just talk football. Learn it.

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n this episode of Champion Standard, we break down why John Mateer might be the most underrated quarterback in the SEC heading into 2025.

We dive into the advanced stats: deep ball accuracy, pressure performance, coverage reads, and scrambling efficiency — and compare Mateer to names like Nussmeier, Carson Beck, and Quinn Ewers.

💥 This isn’t hype — it’s film, data, and SEC grit. OU fans, if you're sleeping on Mateer… wake up.

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We’re back with Steak Night: Offense Edition—and we’re rating every offensive position group using our official steakhouse scale: from Golden Corral (yikes) all the way up to The Ranch (elite cuts only).

We dig into John Mateer’s elite deep-ball accuracy, break down what Jaydn Ott brings to the backfield, debate the wide receiver room’s upside, and project how Bill Bedenbaugh’s offensive line might go scorched earth in 2025.

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🔴 Phil Steele just dropped his SEC position rankings—and the Sooners made some serious noise. But is it deserved? We break down each position, analyze Oklahoma’s returning production, and compare OU to Texas, Bama, and more. This one’s loaded with stats, film talk, and real takes.

📊 Plus, Rob dives into defensive metrics like run-stop efficiency and pass rush win rate. If you want to know how OU stacks up in the SEC going into 20...

 BEEFED UP D: Ranking OU’s Defense by Norman Steakhouses 

Which position group is the Ranch? Which one is Salt Grass? We’re ranking Oklahoma’s defensive groups by steakhouses—and yes, it’s as fun as it sounds.

From the d-line to the DBs, we give you the meaty truth on who’s seasoned, who’s still marinating, and which group might just be ready to filet some SEC opponents this fall. No fluff—just good ball talk, bold comps, and plent...

Ben Arbuckle’s | Air Raid Breakdown | OU Football Film Room Part 1 - Y- Cross

Welcome back to The Champion Standard! In this deep-dive episode, we break down one of  Ben Arbuckle’s favorite passing concept: Yankee (aka Y-Cross)—the foundational route combo powering his Air Raid philosophy. From field spacing to film analysis, we show how this play manipulates defenses, creates explosive gains, and perfectly fits Oklahoma QB John Ma...

On this episode of Champion Standard, we break down John Mateer’s full film, analytics, and why he's being called a walking It-Factor. From elite throws to killer red zone instincts, Rob goes deep into the tape and shows you exactly why this kid can dominate the SEC under Ben Arbuckle’s offense.

📊 Full coverage breakdowns 🎯 NFL-caliber throws 🚨 Honest critique of his Wyoming game 💪 Red zone power + mobility 🧠 Football IQ momen...

Rob and Brad welcome back Charlie from The Football Brainiacs for a loaded episode. They break down OU softball’s postseason fight, dive deep into recruiting momentum, and close out with thoughts on the Thunder’s Finals run. Let’s ride.

👇 Timestamps 👇 00:00 – Intro: OU Softball  10:44 – OU’s Path in the WCWS 17:39 – Million-Dollar NIL Deals & What It Means for Softball 25:18 –  Early Recruiting Buzz 33:20 – All Eyes on QB Bow...

OU Softball is headed back to OKC for their 9th straight Women's College World Series and the road to a 5-peat starts NOW. We break down the Sooners' dominant Super Regional win over Alabama, a heavyweight WCWS showdown vs Tennessee, and what to expect from Landry and Gabby Garcia on the big stage.

⚡ We also dive into the Thunder’s playoff push—can SGA and OKC bounce back in Game 4 and take control of the series?

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🎙️ CHOMP TALK | Mossis Madu Breaks Down OU's RB Room, NIL Chaos & 2024 Predictions

Welcome back to Champion Standard — this episode of Chomp Talk features former Oklahoma Sooners running back Moses Madu, and it's a must-watch for any OU fan trying to stay grounded in the hype.

🏈 From the addition of Jaydn Ott to the state of the trenches, Moses keeps it honest about where Oklahoma football stands heading into a brutal 2024 SE...

Jaydn Ott is officially a Sooner! Plus OU Softball owns Texas (again) + NFL Draft Reactions | FULL Breakdown

🚨 In this action-packed episode, we dive into: 🏆 OU Softball sweeping Texas — and why Patty Gasso officially owns Mike White (Patty’s his Daddy! 😂) ⚜️ Danny Stutsman drafted by the Saints — and how learning next to Demario Davis could launch his NFL career 🦅 Billy Bowman to the Falcons — and how he’s set to thrive as an ...

J.Y. Breaks Down the Trench Battles 

In this episode of Champion Standard, Rob and Brad welcome back the one and only J.Y. — our resident offensive line guru — for a no-holds-barred breakdown of Oklahoma's offensive line heading into the 2025 season.

We talk: ✅ Projected Starting Five ✅ Spring Practice Standouts ✅ CJ Nickson's Case to Play Tight End! ✅ Can Mateer Elevate the Whole Offense? ✅ Why Grit & Availability Matter MORE ...

Spring Ballin’ | OU Football, Basketball, Softball & Baseball Update In this episode of Champion Standard, Brad returns from his “vacation” (aka moving nightmare) and dives headfirst into everything Sooner Nation. From spring football buzz to postseason basketball fallout, we’re breaking it all down.

🏈 Spring Football Updates – John Mateer turning heads – Tight end depth takes a hit – Freshmen OL giants Fasusi & Fodje maki...

 EPISODE TITLE: Deception and Destruction – Breaking Down the Counter Game 🏈 PODCAST: Champion Standard 🎧 GUEST: Coach Flo 📍 TOPIC: The Counter Run Game in Ben Arbuckle’s Offense & Its Future at Oklahoma

In this episode of Champion Standard, Rob is joined by Coach Flo for a deep dive into one of the most explosive (and misunderstood) run concepts in football: the Counter play.

We break down:

What the Counter is and how it wo...