100 Days to Football Time in Oklahoma 2025: #22 Peyton Bowen
Posted on: August 8, 2025
Noteworthy Numbers
2006-2009 – Keenan Clayton
1999-2002 – Quentin Griffin
1982-1983 – Marcus Dupree
1977-1980 – David Overstreet
Player Profile
Position: Defensive Back
Height: 6’0”
Weight: 201
Class: Junior
Seasons at OU: 2
Hometown: Corinth, Texas
Previous School: Guyer HS
The Path to Norman
As a recruit, Peyton Bowen was one of the most sought-after prospects of his class. Bowen committed to Notre Dame at the start of 2022. During the spring and summer, OU started to emerge as a big factor, with Bowen visiting frequently. As signing day approached, Oregon also became a threat. On signing day itself, Bowen flipped from the Irish to the Ducks. However, the tale didn’t end there, as Bowen never sent in his NLI. The very next day, Bowen flipped to and signed with the Sooners.
Respect my Decision just want peace for me and my family
Boomer Sooner ⭕️U!! pic.twitter.com/ERfET7lIyG— Peyton Bowen (@PeytonBowen10) December 22, 2022
Per 247, Bowen ranked as the 14th highest-rated recruit to ever sign with OU at the time, joining two other 2023 recruits (Jackson Arnold and Adepoju Adebawore) inside the top 14.
https://247sports.com/college/oklahoma/Sport/Football/AllTimeRecruits/
Career so Far
Bowen was a standout right away as a freshman. He played in all 13 games, starting in two, and made his presence felt every time he was on the field. Bowen showed huge potential at safety in his snaps and also logged two blocked punts on the year.
In 2024, Bowen once again played in every game. In a safety room with Billy Bowman and Robert Spears-Jennings, Bowen was up to the challenge. He was also a factor on special teams, returning punts throughout the season.
Stats
Years: 2024 | 2023 | Career
Games Played: 13 | 13 | 26
Tackles: 34 | 36 | 70
TFL: 1.5 | 1 | 2.5
Sacks: 0 | 1 | 1
FF: 0 | 1 | 1
PBU: 0 | 5 | 5
Stats via Soonersports.com
Highlights
Peyton Bowen isn’t getting enough attention after battling injuries last year. He could be one of the Sooners most impactful players in 2025.
— The Main Line Podcast (@TheMainLinePod) June 25, 2025
This Season
With Billy Bowman off to the NFL, the safety spot opposite RSJ has Bowen’s name on it. He has reportedly had a healthy camp and is ready for the season. The group of Jaydan Hardy, Mike Boganowski, and Reggie Powers will all factor in at safety as well, but Bowen could become a big-time name for the Sooners on defense this fall.
