100 Days to Football Time in Oklahoma 2026: #24 Jacobe Johnson By: Ryan Lewis Posted on: August 11, 2026

Football Time in Oklahoma

Football Time in Oklahoma is only 24 days away. We’re counting down the days with a look at each number on the roster; today, we’ll spotlight Jacobe Johnson.

Noteworthy Numbers

2018-2021 – Brian Asamoah

2015-2018 – Rodney Anderson

2004-2007 – Marcus Walker

1977-1980 – Steve Rhodes

1972-1975 – Joe Washington

Player Profile

Position: Defensive Back

Height: 6’2”

Weight: 210

Class: Senior

Seasons at OU: 3

Hometown: Mustang, Okla.

Previous School: Mustang HS

The Path to Norman

Jacobe Johnson was a highly-ranked in-state prospect, having played high school football in Mustang, who was pursued by many top programs for the all-around athleticism and versatility he brings. Primarily seen as a defensive back, Johnson’s size and speed made him an option all over the field. Johnson received his OU offer almost three years before his signing day. He made his way to Norman often, while also visiting Alabama, Michigan, and Stanford. Shortly after the Party at the Palace recruiting weekend in the fall of 2022, Johnson announced for the Sooners.

Career so Far

Johnson was one of several freshmen to play in many games in 2023. Johnson saw snaps in all 13 games, both at corner and on special teams.

In 2024, Johnson saw even more playing time. He once again played in all 13 games, earning two starts at corner late in the season. Johnson even saw time at receiver early in the season and was named to the SEC Fall Academic Honor Roll.

Johnson missed the first two games of 2025 with an injury but played in the final 11. He recorded nine tackles and two interceptions, tying for the team lead, and was again named to the SEC Fall Academic Honor Roll.

Stats

Years: 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | Career

Games Played: 11 | 13 | 13 | 37

Tackles: 9 | 18 | 8 | 35

TFL: 0 | 1 | 1 | 2

Interceptions: 2 | 0 | 1 | 3

Stats via Soonersports.com

This Season

Johnson enters his senior season as Oklahoma’s most experienced corner; he has now played in 37 games at OU, missing only two with injury. Eli Bowen and Courtland Guillory are expected to start, but Johnson will be the first man off the bench and play regularly. Johnson should have a significant role and use his experience to turn out his biggest year yet.