Oklahoma Football Duo Earns SEC Weekly Honors After Victory Over Tennessee

Oklahoma's football team celebrated a significant victory over No. 14 Tennessee, highlighted by linebacker Owen Heinecke's 13 tackles and forced fumble, earning him the SEC Defensive Player of the Week. Kicker Tate Sandell also shone by making four field goals, including two 55-yarders tying Neyland Stadium's longest, setting multiple school and FBS records, and earning SEC Special Teams Player of the Week honors. The Sooners rank second in the SEC in ESPN's SP+ ratings, showcasing a strong defense and top-rated special teams, positioning them well for a potential College Football Playoff berth. Meanwhile, Oklahoma's basketball team faces a challenging SEC season, predicted to finish 10th in the conference, but head coach Porter Moser is optimistic about his talented and deep roster bolstered by significant transfers and recruits. In contrast, Oklahoma State struggles with a low NIL budget, ranked near the bottom among Power Conference openings, impacting coaching interest and program competitiveness. Overall, Oklahoma's sports programs display promising individual performances and strong rankings despite competitive challenges in both football and basketball.