Champion Standard: Oklahoma Sooners Podcdast

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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OU’s Offense Looks to Feed the SEC a Heavy Plate in 2025

We’re back with Steak Night: Offense Edition—and we’re rating every offensive position group using our official steakhouse scale: from Golden Corral (yikes) all the way up to The Ranch (elite cuts only).
We dig into John Mateer’s elite deep-ball accuracy, break down what Jaydn Ott brings to the backfield, debate the wide receiver room’s upside, and project how Bill Bedenbaugh’s offensive line might go scorched earth in 2025.
Film. Data. Tailgate Vibes. This is Champion Standard.
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Timestamps:0:00 – Welcome to Steak Night: Offense Edition4:45 – Why John Mateer is OU’s Next Big-Time QB10:20 – aydn Ott ranks among recent OU RBs17:00 – Offensive Line Revenge Tour: 24:38 – Thunder Meets Lightning33:54 –  Are There Any Scorers?41:45 – Data Dive: Yards Per Catch + Touchdown Rankings49:44 – Just Don’t Screw Up (Please)
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Phil Steele and Return Production

🔴 Phil Steele just dropped his SEC position rankings—and the Sooners made some serious noise. But is it deserved? We break down each position, analyze Oklahoma’s returning production, and compare OU to Texas, Bama, and more. This one’s loaded with stats, film talk, and real takes.
📊 Plus, Rob dives into defensive metrics like run-stop efficiency and pass rush win rate. If you want to know how OU stacks up in the SEC going into 2024, this is your episode.
⏱️ TIMESTAMPS0:00 – Intro: Phil Steele, Returning Production & Thunder Parade5:18 – OU QB Room Ranked 4th in SEC: Fair or Underrated?9:30 – Is OU’s RB Room Really the Best in the SEC?13:42 – WRs & TEs: Ranked 7th… But Where Are the Playmakers?17:10 – O-Line Ranked 5th: Time to Play Angry21:25 – D-Line & Linebackers: OU’s Front 7 Gets National Love26:08 – Secondary Concerns: Is Corner the Weak Link?31:45 – Run Stop & Pass Rush Deep Dive: Who’s Stepping Up?
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Beefed Up D

 BEEFED UP D: Ranking OU’s Defense by Norman Steakhouses 
Which position group is the Ranch? Which one is Salt Grass? We’re ranking Oklahoma’s defensive groups by steakhouses—and yes, it’s as fun as it sounds.
From the d-line to the DBs, we give you the meaty truth on who’s seasoned, who’s still marinating, and which group might just be ready to filet some SEC opponents this fall. No fluff—just good ball talk, bold comps, and plenty of sizzle.
👇 Timestamps Below 👇
⏱ Timestamps:
00:00 – Intro: “Beefed Up D” and why this episode needed a food theme16:00 – Cornerbacks = Golden Corral: Talented, but still developing the flavor22:00 – Edge = Chili's: Flashy menu, mixed reviews29:00 – Linebackers = Charleston's: Reliable but not quite elite steakhouse41:00 –IDL vs Safety: Ranch vs Salt Grass52:00 – Ceiling of the D.1:00:00 – Wrap-up
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Breaking down Ben Arbuckle's Playbook

Ben Arbuckle’s | Air Raid Breakdown | OU Football Film RoomPart 1 - Y- Cross
Welcome back to The Champion Standard! In this deep-dive episode, we break down one of  Ben Arbuckle’s favorite passing concept: Yankee (aka Y-Cross)—the foundational route combo powering his Air Raid philosophy. From field spacing to film analysis, we show how this play manipulates defenses, creates explosive gains, and perfectly fits Oklahoma QB John Mateer’s strengths.
This one’s for the playbook junkies, OU fans, and football minds who want to understand why Arbuckle’s scheme is more than just Air Raid—it’s calculated, layered, and dangerous.
00:00 – Intro + Thunder Talk06:42 –  Yankee (Y-Cross)09:35 – Route Structure & Core Philosophy13:48 – Fade → Cross → Check16:27 – Mateer vs Cover 120:19 – Yankee Opens the Field24:05 – Tagging Routes28:52 – Speed Outs33:11 – Yankee vs Sail: Arbuckle’s Play-Calling Counterpunch38:46 – How Yankee Fits OU’s Roster