Champion Standard: Oklahoma Sooners Podcdast

Trench Warfare: Inside the Sooners Trench Play

Trench Warfare — Inside the Oklahoma Sooners Run Game (with JY & Alex from TFB)We fire up the film room with JY (@JyBrainiac) and Alex King (@AKing_Evals) to break down Oklahoma’s trenches after the Michigan win: why the pass pro clicked with four new starters, how the QB run + GT/GY counter + Duo created numbers advantages, and what the tape says about rhythm throws, protection rules (fan/B.O.B., independent hands), and the difference between “pretty” reps and productive ones. We also spotlight the freshman LT’s poise, Barnes’ fit in gap schemes, Burks’ timing with Mateer, and the defense’s tone-setting physicality.

Brainiac Banter - OU Stifles Michigan!

OU takes down Michigan in a statement win, and we’ve got the full breakdown with special guest TFB Charlie. We hit the film, the numbers, and the moments that swung the game—then talk big-picture what this means for the Sooners in the SEC race.
Guest: TFB Charlie (The Football Brainiacs) — on-field takeaways, season expectations, and why this win matters for recruiting and momentum.
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Michigan Preview: Wreak Havoc on the Quarterback

The Champion Standard crew turns the lab lights on for a blue-blood collision: Oklahoma vs. Michigan. This week’s theme is simple—Havoc the Quarterback. We break down how Brent Venables can make a freshman see ghosts, how OU’s “Bash Brothers” anchor the interior, and why the Sooners’ passing game can punish Michigan’s boom-or-bust tendencies.
In this episode
The “QB Misery Matrix”: Havoc Rate vs. EPA/Dropback and what it says about both defenses
OU’s plan to create controlled chaos: simulated pressures, creepers, and twist games without busting coverages
Michigan’s offensive DNA under Sherrone Moore: TE-heavy looks, duo/power, QB run constraints, and how to fit it
How John Mateer can stay in rhythm: quick game, RPOs, screens, and selective max-protect shots
Turnover math, third-and-long leverage, red-zone finishing, and special teams swing plays
Bold calls: a Sooners WR scores twice; Michigan goes 0-for on 3rd-and-8+
Why it mattersIf this becomes an efficiency game, OU’s structure has the edge; if it turns chaotic, Michigan’s volatility can steal it. We show the film and the numbers that draw that line.
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Keywords: Oklahoma Sooners, Michigan Wolverines, Brent Venables, Sherrone Moore, Bryce Underwood, John Mateer, Havoc Rate, EPA, simulated pressure, college football, SEC, Big Ten, GameLab, Champion Standard.

Oklahoma Dominates the Redbirds

Oklahoma 35, Illinois State 3 — Tune-Up with TeethJohn Mateer’s OU debut looked surgical: 30/37 for 392 yards with 15 explosive completions. Ben Arbuckle kept it efficient. WR depth flashed, and TE/Kanak packages changed the math. Run game needs juice. Defense stayed vanilla but stingy, rotated a ton, and left room to crank up havoc before Michigan.
Timestamps00:00 — Open, headlines, final score, vibe check01:15 — QB John Mateer breakdown: accuracy, command, explosives06:40 — WR/TE usage: Burks, Lewis, Sategna + Kanick/Huggins packages10:50 — Run game reality: Blaylock’s case for RB1, Barnes/Ott notes15:45 — What Arbuckle showed (and hid): stick/verts/dagger vs WSU staples20:30 — Defense: rotation, structure, and why havoc was low by design26:05 — Corrections & concerns: turnovers, penalties, pressure menu30:10 — Michigan preview: OL reinforcements, RB rotation, sim-pressure watch
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Time to Believe!

BELIEVE. It’s game week in Norman and we’re cranking it up. Today we lay out our fan-friendly tailgate plan, set season expectations, and preview how our film + analytics dashboard will drive smarter conversations all year. Hit subscribe and roll with us! 🙌
TAILGATE DETAILS (Illinois State week):• Lot CE5 by Cross Village / Boomer Outreach Building (south side of campus)• Look for SoonerPako’s OU Ambulance—your “North Star” to find us• Shade trees, easy parking, quick postgame exit, 60" TV• Food/Drinks: 20–22 lb brisket, koozies, water, beer, (yes) jello shots• BYO chair; park free at Lloyd Noble and stroll over if you want
THIS EPISODE HITS:• Why “Believe” is the right mindset heading into 2025• Our 9–3 vs 8–3 season debate and the LSU game inflection point• Michigan as an early litmus test; Texas chess match; SEC road gauntlet (Bama/Tennessee/SC)• What upgrades matter most (OL gelling, WR emergence, secondary tweaks)• Our film + data plan: coverage tracking (Quarters/Tampa), pressure vs. completion %, run/pass efficiency, OL/DL win rates, blitzer profiles, and more (powered by SIS Data Hub Pro)
WEEKLY SCHEDULE• Sunday show ~4:00-45 PM CT (film + dashboards)• Midweek preview pod (matchups, keys, updates)
CHAPTERS00:00 Cold open & theme: BELIEVE02:04 Hopes up vs. recent scars04:26 Tailgate plan + location overview07:53 Why CE5: shade, parking, quick exit09:44 What to bring & what we provide17:56 Season cadence + SIS sponsor + dashboards29:50 Contract-year roster energy (why 9–3/10–2 is in play)37:00 Texas/Bama/Tennessee stretch41:59 4–0 path into OU-TX?48:58 Coaching chess match in Dallas1:03:29 Michigan litmus test1:09:58 Arbuckle identity & why rhythm returns
CALL TO ACTIONIf you’re rolling to Norman, drop “TAILGATE” in the comments so we can look for you. Like 👍, subscribe 🔔, and share with a Sooner who needs some belief this week.
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OU’s Floor Is 8–4. The Ceiling? Much Higher.

Boomer Sooner Nation—we’re just 13 days away from kickoff! In Episode 2 of Brainiac Banter, Rob and Brad are joined by Charlie from The Football Brainiacs to break down fall camp takeaways, roster battles, and season predictions.
We cover:
Brent Venables’ new approach to player health & camp management
The offensive line depth chart: Fasusi, Howland, Sexton & Simmons
Recruiting updates, commitments, and wide receiver misses
Cornerback room concerns & the potential for OU’s best secondary in years
Season outlook: Michigan, LSU, Texas, and the brutal November stretch
Why 8–4 might be the floor and why 11–1 is not out of the question
Plus, some tailgate talk, bold predictions, and plenty of laughs along the way.
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Timestamps0:00 – Countdown to kickoff 5:42 – Brent Venables’ camp management 12:18 – Offensive line battles22:30 – Freshmen making noise30:05 – Recruiting hits & misses41:55 – Cornerback talent56:40 – Season outlook1:14:20 – Tailgate talk

Trench Warfare: OU’s O-Line Battles

The Champion Standard crew is back with J.Y. to break down the nastiest position group battles in OU’s 2025 fall camp. From unsettled right tackle spots to Courtland Guillory’s violent play style, we cover every inch of the trenches. Who’s stepping up, who’s getting pushed, and why this roster might be the deepest in years. Plus, why Illinois State could give us an early tell into  OU’s SEC title hopes.
Timestamps:0:00 – Welcome back + J.Y. on scotch, cigars & fall camp vibes3:45 – Arbuckle’s system vs. last year’s chaos7:22 – O-Line depth chart update & the unsettled right tackle war14:10 – Defensive line depth & the “Opposite R Mason Thomas” question20:33 – Courtland Guillory: the angriest freshman in America27:55 – Why OU’s kicker might be a hidden SEC weapon32:18 – Eddie Pierre-Louis highlight: WWE moves in the trenches40:40 – Illinois State as the ultimate tone-setter for 2025

One Hale of a Take

Sooner Nation — Fall Camp is in full swing, and we’ve got The Football Brainiacs insider James Hale joining Champion Standard to break it all down. From John Mateer’s Baker Mayfield-like command to Brent Venables’ defense finally clicking, we dive into why this team looks like a real SEC contender.We cover:Who’s emerging at wide receiver 👀Why Mateer is the guyDepth chart battles at LB, CB, and TEThe impact of Ben Arbuckle’s schemeAnd whether this team has 10-win potential 💪🔔 Subscribe and hit the bell to never miss an episode!📝 Find James Hale at:🎙️ Diehard Sooner Report (Podcast)  https://patreon.com/diehardsoonerreport🧠 The Football Brainiacshttps://thefootballbrainiacs.com/📻 Tulsa Sports Animal (Mondays @ 10:20am)00:00 – Intro & James Hale Joins the ShowOU Fall Camp buzz begins, and James Hale gives first impressions from Norman.04:35 – John Mateer = Baker 2.0?Why Mateer’s leadership, film prep, and swagger draw comparisons to Baker Mayfield and Josh Heupel.10:12 – Wide Receiver Chaos: Who’s WR3?Burks and Sategna leading, who rises among Kearney, Gibson, and Elijah Thomas?16:05 – Inside Brent’s Defense: Flexibility is KeyJames breaks down how Brent Venables is building a chessboard defense with guys like Daniels, Kip, Sammy O, and Taylor Wein.22:28 – Fall Camp Structure & Arbuckle's Install PlanHow limited time and tight NCAA rules make Mateer’s player-led practices even more valuable.28:42 – Tight Ends & Special Teams Upgrades35:15 – Injury Watch & Position Battles41:00 – Season Prediction: 9-3 or 10-2?

Cracking the Wide Zone Code with Coach Flo

In this episode of Champion Standard, Coach Flo joins us to break down Ben Arbuckle’s wide zone run game and how it could completely reshape Oklahoma’s offensive identity in 2025. From pistol formations to tight end concerns, we dive deep into the film, the stats, and the trench warfare that defines the wide zone scheme. OU fans — this is your first look at what’s coming.
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📍 Timestamps00:00 – Intro, Summer Heat & Countdown to Kickoff06:48 – Baker Mayfield, John Mateer & Leadership Traits10:19 – Coach Flo Joins & Dashboard Breakdown19:20 – OU vs Wazzu: Wide Zone Usage Deep Dive33:07 – Center & Tight End: Make or Break Positions47:11 – Pistol vs Sidecar: Why It Matters in Wide Zone
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SEC Rankings and More John Mateer

n this episode of Champion Standard, we break down why John Mateer might be the most underrated quarterback in the SEC heading into 2025.
We dive into the advanced stats: deep ball accuracy, pressure performance, coverage reads, and scrambling efficiency — and compare Mateer to names like Nussmeier, Carson Beck, and Quinn Ewers.
💥 This isn’t hype — it’s film, data, and SEC grit.OU fans, if you're sleeping on Mateer… wake up.
 
Key Topics Covered:0:00 – Intro: Why Returning Production Matters2:10 – John Mateer’s Deep Ball Stats5:35 – Completion % Under Pressure9:00 – Mateer vs. SEC QBs (Nussmeier, Ewers, Beck)13:20 – Coverage Breakdown (Cover 1, 3, 5, Man)17:45 – Scrambling Numbers & 3rd Down Production21:10 – Final Verdict: Is Mateer Ready for the SEC?
 
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