Brent Venables LSU postgame press conference (11/30/2024)


Oklahoma Sooners coach Brent Venables meets the press after OU's 37-17 loss at LSU on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024...from John Hoover Media

Instant analysis: Oklahoma crumbles in 37-17 regular-season finale loss to LSU

(by Tom Green) BATON ROUGE, Louisiana — Oklahoma's hopes of finishing its regular season with back-to-back statement wins fluttered into the hands of LSU's Sage Ryan shortly before 8:30 p.m. in Death Valley. Trailing by two scores late in the third quarter against LSU, Oklahoma went back into its bag of failed tricks and misfit toys...read more from Sooners Illustrated

LSU 37, OU 17: Takeaways from Baton Rouge

(by Jesse Crittenden) BATON ROUGE, Louisiana — The opportunities were there for Oklahoma on Saturday. But, like much of this season, the Sooners couldn't capitalize. The Sooners fell to LSU, 34-17, at Tiger Stadium. The Sooners led 14-10 at one point in the second quarter, and Zach Schmit field goal tied the game at 17-17 with 2:13 left before halftime...read more from the OUInsider

Three Quick Takeaways From Oklahoma's Loss to LSU

(by Ryan Chapman) BATON ROUGE, LA — Oklahoma’s strong showing against Alabama proved to be a one-week wonder. The Sooners fell in the program’s first-ever trip to Tiger Stadium as LSU handled the SEC newcomers 37-17 on Saturday night. Oklahoma (6-6, 2-6 SEC) fought for a half, but ultimately surrendered too many big plays to down the Tigers...read more from Oklahoma Sooners on SI

Oklahoma Falls to LSU 37-17 (The Season is FINALLY Over...)


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OU-LSU quick-hit: Back to the norm, Sooners end with rough loss

(by Bob Przybylo) All OU fans were hoping the Sooners could simply build off the amazing all-around performance against Alabama. The question was whether that team is who OU is? Or if the Sooners returned to the inconsistent mess that they have been in 2024? It was the latter. An exciting first half full of everything saw LSU absolutely dominate...read more from the SoonerScoop

Brent Venables Explains Why LSU Home Games at Night Are a 'Whole 'Nother Challenge'

(by John E. Hoover) BATON ROUGE, LA — Brent Venables says the two games his teams played against LSU — and enduring their fans’ deafening shouts and relentless hostility — rank 1 and 2 on his list of the most challenges places he’s ever coached. And those were technically neutral-site games. “And I mean that sincerely,” Venables said. “It was...read more from Oklahoma Sooners on SI

Did Jackson Arnold's superb performance vs. Alabama create a conundrum for OU football?

(by Jenni Carlson) Jackson Arnold snagged the shotgun snap, but before he could complete even a three-step drop, an Alabama defender blitzed up the middle and charged toward the Oklahoma quarterback. His feet chopped. His upper body coiled. Moments like this had come before this season, sometimes with disastrous consequences. Interceptions...read more from The Oklahoman

It's time to ask the big question: Is the SEC even that good this year?

(by Ari Wasserman) Eight days ago, there were seven SEC teams still alive for the College Football Playoff. It didn’t matter that they all had two or three losses, it seemed like a rational discussion because the SEC is always the best conference in college football. You know the talking points. How good would an ACC team be against the SEC schedule?...read more from On3.com

Oklahoma-LSU GameDay Preview: X-Factors

(by John E. Hoover) Road Map: In their three SEC road games this season, the Sooners have played three vastly different games. Auburn was a fast start and a fourth-quarter comeback. Ole Miss was a strong first half and a lousy second half. Missouri was mostly OK until an abject collapse in the final two minutes. Now Oklahoma must...read more from Oklahoma Sooners on SI

Sooners hope to keep the Alabama carryover going heading into regular-season finale at LSU

(by Chip Rouse) A week ago, it was all about winning to become bowl eligible. This week, as Team 130 of Oklahoma football prepares for a road test at LSU to close out the 2024 regular season, it's about one more win to finish off the Sooners' first SEC season with a winning overall record. The Sooners (6-5, 2-5) and the LSU Tigers (7-4, 4-3) have played...read more from Stormin' in Norman

Availability report: Andrel Anthony out, Jovantae Barnes cleared

(by Bryan Clinton) Oklahoma (6-5) is headed to Baton Rouge to take on the Bayou Bengals of LSU (7-4) and was hoping to get a couple of offensive pieces back for the season finale. Wide receiver Andrel Anthony has been officially downgraded to out, while running back Jovantae Barnes is no longer on the report and will be available to play, according to...read more from the OUInsider

Oklahoma-LSU: Three Keys to the Game

(by John E. Hoover) Oklahoma can make a pretty impressive statement on Saturday by going on the road to LSU and beating the Tigers. That would make the Sooners 2-2 in SEC road games this season. That’s not easy to do. And closing out the year by beating Alabama and LSU would be a potent salve for an aching fan base. OU (6-5 overall, 2-5 SEC)...read more from Oklahoma Sooners on SI

Final Thoughts Before Oklahoma Enters DEATH VALLEY AT NIGHT!

How Woodi Washington's career with OU football is coming full circle vs. LSU

(by Ryan Aber) NORMAN — OU’s Woodi Washington can laugh about it now. But nearly five years ago, it wasn’t much of a laughing matter when Washington, then a freshman, was unexpectedly called into action in the 2019 Peach Bowl. “Kind of got thrown into the fire and it was a stepping stone for me,” Washington said. “Kind of got my career started.”...read more from The Oklahoman

LSU Tigers wearing alternate uniforms for game against Oklahoma Sooners

(by Aaron Gelvin) The Oklahoma Sooners hit the road for the final game of the regular season, as their Week 14 battle will come against the LSU Tigers. Head coaches Brent Venables and Brian Kelly will face off for the first time with both teams hoping to improve their postseason destination in the SEC. Two teams with iconic uniforms will match up...read more from the Sooners Wire

Sooners On SI - Oklahoma-LSU preview


Sooners On SI's John Hoover and Ryan Chapman preview the Oklahoma Sooners' college football game at LSU on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024...from John Hoover Media

SoonerScoop podcast: Keep your head on a swivel, OU fans

(by Bob Przybylo) Well, OU is going bowling, but that won’t slow down what is about to an insane month of news for OU football. And, oh yea, it’s still crossover season with basketball. The Sooners shook up the college football world by dominating Alabama to earn magic win No. 6. For the 26th consecutive season, OU is going to have a postseason...listen to podcast from the SoonerScoop

Why Oklahoma OT Spencer Brown is 'Thankful for Everything'

(by John E. Hoover) Oklahoma offensive tackle Spencer Brown has a lot to be thankful for today. For one, the senior transfer from Michigan State has made his way into the Sooners’ starting lineup. For another, his coaches and teammates are offering up nothing but praise. But on this Thanksgiving Day, Brown’s gratitude is much more personal than just football...read more from Oklahoma Sooners on SI

Night game in Death Valley against LSU presents Oklahoma with 'toughest challenge there is'

(by Tom Green) NORMAN — Danny Stutsman has yet to step foot in Death Valley, but Oklahoma's star linebacker has heard all about what to expect in LSU's vaunted stadium this weekend. He heard all about it from teammate Da'Jon Terry, who played in Baton Roue, Louisiana, back in 2022 while still at Tennessee. Yet Terry's tales couldn't fully...read more from Sooners Illustrated

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