The Football Brainiacs

Football Time in Oklahoma

Football Time in Oklahoma is only 14 days away. We’re counting down the days with a look at each number on the roster; today, we’ll spotlight Elijah Thomas.

Noteworthy Numbers

2010-2013 – Aaron Colvin

2006-2009 – Sam Bradford

1999-2000 – Josh Heupel

Player Profile

Position: Wide Receiver

Height: 6’1”

Weight: 200

Class: Sophomore

Seasons at OU: 1

Hometown: Checotah, Okla.

Previous School: Checotah HS

The Path to Norman

Elijah Thomas was a member of the 2025 recruiting class. The top 150 player came to OU out of Checotah, Oklahoma. He had offers from many big-name programs, such as Alabama, Texas A&M, and more. Coach Emmett Jones locked down his commitment in the summer of 2023, a year and a half before Thomas’ signing day.

First and for most i’d like to thank God because without him i wouldn’t be where i’m at today and my parents for providing for me all my life, but with that being said i have committed to the university of Oklahoma!! @CoachVenables @CoachEmmett @OU_Football pic.twitter.com/EbH9qszYE4

— Elijah “ET” Thomas (@EliThomas______) July 27, 2023

Career so Far

Thomas was a regular in year one with the Sooners; he played in all 13 games as a freshman, largely on special teams but with some snaps at receiver as well.

Stats

Year: 2025

Games Played: 13

Receptions: 1

Receiving Yards: 5

Tackles: 8

Stats via Soonersports.com

Highlights

This Season

The OU receiver room will be led by the returning Isaiah Sategna, with transfers Parker Livingstone and Trell Harris starting alongside him. However, Thomas has been making noise and see a lot of reps this offseason, particularly with Harris banged up. It may or may not be as a starter, but expect to see Thomas playing a much larger role with the offense this year and be in the two-deep at receiver.