The Football Brainiacs

Football Time in Oklahoma

Football Time in Oklahoma is only 25 days away. We’re counting down the days with a look at each number on the roster; today, we’ll spotlight Andy Bass.

Noteworthy Numbers

2015-2016 – Joe MIxon

2004-2007 – DJ Wolfe

1993-1996 – James Allen

1985-1988 – Anthony Stafford

1971-1974 – Grant Burget

1954-1956 – Tommy McDonald

Player Profile

Position: Running Back

Height: 5’11”

Weight: 210

Class: Redshirt Sophomore

Seasons at OU: 2

Hometown: Oklahoma City, Okla.

Previous School: Heritage Hall School

The Path to Norman

Andy Bass played high school football just north of Norman at Heritage Hall. The talented athlete played a bit of everything in high school, including a lot of quarterback. Bass’ top three included OU, KSU, and Syracuse; the Sooners won the commitment in the fall of 2023 by adding Bass as a PWO.

Bass suffered a torn ACL in the state championship during his senior season, but still earned the 2023-2024 Gatorade Oklahoma Football Player of the Year.

Career so Far

In 2024, Bass was named to the SEC Fall Academic Honor Roll. He redshirted and did not play. Unfortunately, he also suffered another ACL injury and had surgery number two shortly after the season.

Bass did not play in 2025, but was once again named to the SEC Fall Academic Honor Roll.

Highlights

This Season

New running backs coach Deland McCullough is running a crowded room led by Xavier Robinson, Tory Blaylock, and Colorado State transfer Lloyd Avant. Bass will be looking for his first action in 2026 in whatever role he can find.