When discussing Oklahoma’s spring game it’s very easy to focus on the more established players or those that have proven themselves in the collegiate ranks. However, the youngsters of the bunch, the freshmen, and the redshirt freshmen deserve some love as every team isn’t complete without its share of young studs that will eventually become the future stars and leaders of the team.
For Oklahoma, there are quite a few players that fit into this criteria especially considering how many players exited the Oklahoma program via the portal, headed to the NFL, or graduated from college.
For many freshmen, this may be the only time we get to see them on the field in 2022. For others, this might act as the springboard to a breakout freshman campaign.
We’ve amassed a list of five players with a freshman designation that we are looking forward to seeing participate in the Oklahoma spring game.
Jaren Kanak and Kani Walker were both featured when we looked at 5 Defensive players to watch in the Spring game, so we chose to highlight a couple other players we’re intrigued by.
Jovantae Barnes, Running Back
Even if we had included Jaren Kanak and Kani Walker, Jovantae Barnes would’ve still been the number one choice here.
There’s been no shortage of praise for Barnes who appears to be locked in as the third running back on the depth chart at the moment. There may not be anyone on the roster that could halt a potential rise up the depth chart other than Barnes.
Barnes will get an opportunity to show what he can do Saturday with fellow running back Marcus Major likely not playing due to injury. Barnes, playing on the red team opposite Eric Gray, will likely serve as the lead running back for the DeMarco Murray-led squad.
Step up to the plate, Mr.Barnes. The floor is yours.
Robert Spears-Jennings, Safety
[autotag]Robert Spears-Jennings[/autotag] saw his stock rise after an excellent senior season and a heck of a showing at the Under Armour All-American game. His speed is well…