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The Oklahoma Sooners defensive back room had some question marks this time a year ago. Sure, the Sooners added Reggie Pearson, but the safety and cornerback groups were pretty young, aside from Woodi Washington, Billy Bowman, Key Lawrence, and Pearson.
Billy Bowman had an All-American season and Robert Spears-Jennings began to flash his talent, earning more significant snaps along the way.
Peyton Bowen was highly thought of, but you never know what you’re going to get out of a true freshman. Gentry Williams emerged as a potential star but battled injuries throughout the season.
The Sooners lost Lawrence (Ole Miss) and Pearson (eligibility) but return Washington, Bowman, Bowen, Williams, and Kani Walker, who played a lot due to the injuries Williams dealt with. They also bring back Kendel Dolby, who was a surprise impact player at cheetah.
In 2024, the Sooners’ secondary looks better on paper. 2023 true freshmen Bowen, Makari Vickers, Jasiah Wagoner, and Jacobe Johnson are another year older and should begin working into the defensive back rotation more heavily in 2024. They also added four more blue-chip prospects to the roster via the 2024 Recruiting Class with Jeremiah Newcombe, Jaydan Hardy, Reggie Powers, and Mykell Patterson-McDonald. The transfer portal yielded Dez’Jhon Malone from San Diego State adding another veteran to the group.
The secondary needs to improve, but the talent is improving each and every year. The group has more competitive depth, which is what Brent Venables and his staff have been pushing for since their arrival.
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