Oklahoma Football Ends Season with Loss to Navy

Oklahoma's season ended in disappointment with a 21-20 loss to Navy in the Armed Forces Bowl, marking their second losing season in three years under head coach Brent Venables. The Sooners squandered an early 14-0 lead, ultimately failing to convert a pivotal two-point conversion attempt that could have tied the game. Venables took responsibility for the loss, citing repeated mistakes and a lack of complementary football as key issues throughout the season. Defensive standout R Mason Thomas is contemplating his future, weighing whether to return for his senior season or declare for the NFL Draft. With the move to the SEC proving challenging, Oklahoma's offensive struggles led to a change in coordinators, hiring Ben Arbuckle to revitalize the unit. The upcoming offseason will be crucial for Venables and the program as they seek to address significant shortcomings and improve moving forward.