Oklahoma Football Names Ben Arbuckle Offensive Coordinator

Ben Arbuckle, at 29 years old, has rapidly ascended the college football coaching ranks to become the University of Oklahoma's offensive coordinator, bringing a fresh and innovative approach to the Sooners' offense. Having shown success at Western Kentucky and Washington State, where his offenses ranked highly nationally in passing and scoring, Arbuckle has brought quarterback John Mateer with him to Oklahoma, aiming to revitalize a unit that struggled last season. Head coach Brent Venables expressed strong confidence in Arbuckle's ability to adapt and lead, emphasizing the collaborative nature of the coaching staff and the high expectations for offensive improvement. Arbuckle has focused on building an identity centered on physical, fast-paced football with explosive plays, while leveraging the competitive advantage of practicing against Venables’ strong defense. The Sooners are also prioritizing urgent improvements on the offensive line to support this revamped offense as they prepare for fall camp and the upcoming season. Overall, Oklahoma fans and the coaching staff are optimistic that Arbuckle’s progressive strategies and leadership will turn around one of the program's worst offensive performances.