Open Post | Tuesday, Apr. 19th (UPDATE 5:07 pm)

Deonte Johnson: Many ofΒ you were asking about defensiveΒ line targets. Yesterday Mike Stoops visited 2017 DE, Deonte Johnson (Sacramento, CA). Johnson says he plans on visiting the Sooners but no date is set just yet. – (Super K)

Trey Sermon: Oklahoma RB coach Jay Boulware stopped by to see top running back target Trey Sermon (Marietta, GA) yesterday. I spoke briefly to Sermon’s coach who said about coach Boulware, “I have so much respect for him. He’s so personable…a guy like him and coach Riley would make you a better player.”

Hunter Bryant: Oklahoma OC Lincoln Riley visited 2017 TE Hunter Bryant (Bellevue, WA) yesterday. I spoke to Bryant after the visit and he said that the Sooners have not yet extended an offer but it sounds like one could be coming, “He (coach Riley) said I would a H-back position and that I would be the first one they are going to offer.” Bryant also added that coach Riley mentioned they want to bring someone in to replace Dimitri Flowers once he’s gone.

It sounds like this could simply be an issue of numbers and whether the Sooners have enough scholarship openings to take an H-Back. Bryant said if they offer he plans on visiting Oklahoma. OU’s recruiting has certainly caught Hunter’s eye. In talking about Oklahoma’s recruiting success, “it’s really impressive. They are going to be great for a long time.” – (Super K)

AJ Davis: We are also told that the Sooners will stop by and see one of their other top running back targets, AJ Davis (Lakeland, FL). While at Lakeland the Sooners will also check in on 2017 WR target, James Robinson. – (Brandon)

– UPDATE (2:46 pm):

– UPDATE (5:07 pm): Addison Gumbs related.

https://twitter.com/stellarprephs/status/722546110649077760

238 Comments

  • SoonerOracle737 says:

    Somebody whiffed on FIRST!

  • Sooner Ray says:

    Guess I should watch some film on AJ.

    • hOUligan says:

      Sure is. Liked he has a lot of ‘wiggle’ to go w/ some serious speed. And heckuva receiver, too. One of those guys LR can motion out and line up as a receiver.

  • cush creekmont says:

    Okay. Thanks to Sooner Ray, I found it!

    We non-twitter old farts count on TFB showing the OP on the front page – too much social media stuff for last century brains.

  • cush creekmont says:

    Deonte Johnson and some more – the 2017 SS group needs a couple of tough DTs to go with all the speed coming from behind the D-Line.

  • Jordan Esco says:

    Stoops up in East Lansing visiting a fellow Youngstown guy, not to meet with Ron Burton, I’m assuming πŸ™‚
    https://twitter.com/JimComparoni/status/722497015469486080?ref_src=twsrc^tfw

  • Daryl says:

    I feel like we just need on DL to get on board and if we do then dominoes will fall after that. I wish I just felt like we were even close to getting a DT right now.

  • metzker says:

    So on Tuesdays i take it the OP will always go up after i go to meetings,2 weeks in a row,
    TFB.At least i have something to look forward to after meetings.

  • hOUligan says:

    Hate when the ‘OP’ doesn’t post up. It’s up now but thanks for the link, Dustin and SooperDave!! And thanks for some Dline target news, Super K. Hoping OU can get D J on campus, along w/ Gumbs. The good thing there is OU has some talent in-state w/ Isaiah Thomas and Nick Robinson.

    • CcrBoomer says:

      OU made Nick Robinson’s top list? I thought i seen a tweet where he left OU off his top schools?

      • hOUligan says:

        He did but not sure how hard OU has pursued. Looking at some of this listed teams, Memphis and Cincinnati, this OU could get back into it.

  • LandThieve3 says:

    Go all out for Marvin Wilson

  • Jordan Esco says:

    Is it just me or does it seem like OU & Ole Miss are competing for the same kids A LOT in recent years?

    • metzker says:

      i AGREE!!!!!!!!!!!!

    • Bob Edwards says:

      I guess some would say it’s because we are both competing for SEC leftovers. I wouldn’t say that, but by saying it maybe HWMNBN won’t have to.

    • Boom says:

      I was wondering the same thing last year. Especially OTs

    • Boom says:

      I was wondering the same thing last year. Especially OTs

    • CcrBoomer says:

      Probably a sign that if Boren doesn’t get all of his demands met OU is headed to the SEC?

      • Stephen Dale says:

        Really ? Boren doesn’t seem the type to change conferences without Texas doing it first………….

        • Ura Hogg says:

          Sadly I have to agree. Boren talks a good game and seems well-intentioned, but doesn’t have the courage(or maybe the backing) to break free from the Shorthorns who have been destroying the Big 12.

    • ouwooferman says:

      you are right. They also seem to be getting some committs that are real head scratchers if boosters are not involved. Nudge nudge wink wink.

      • cush creekmont says:

        Well, I am SHOCKED!

      • CcrBoomer says:

        Ha ha didn’t Ole Miss blame that on there old DB coach that left for a job at Texas?

      • Stephen Dale says:

        SEC SEC SEC SEC—–money may change hands but the difference in the talent level and prestige between the two conferences really negates the need to offer money…..the prospects can see the difference each Saturday….if OU wants to compete for SEC elite talent, the Sooners would be well served to join the SEC and make themselves more legitimate………..

        • ouwooferman says:

          False. SEC is about lower requirements to get in to school. Why go the route of Miami just to recruit thugs?

        • Sam Philbeck says:

          Difference in talent level hmm? In the last three SEC games we’ve played remind me who came out on top?

        • SoonerinLondon says:

          Not gonna happen. Might be good (although not my first choice) but it isn’t going to happen. We need to focus on what is possible…Pac or B1G or ACC merger. The SEC will not happen under President Boren’s watch…simply not an option.

        • Bob Bender says:

          Changing clothes like that should increase the talent level and prestige so that our not offering money, which they may do, should not matter. It may be that the SEC obtained prestige and talent as a result of actively giving money for commitments. All you offer on this is your opinion, which is essentially worthless.

        • JBSooner says:

          The SEC has only recently–in the last 15-20 years–made such a push. The reason? Better at hiding their cheating.

        • D Hunter Sanchez says:

          The recruits can see the differences like LSU Tigers and 9 other teams barely able to scratch out 20 points a game? Those differences?

        • Mark_in_VA says:

          Sorry. Ole Miss doesn’t compare to OU, regardless of which conference either is in. Now, if you want to talk Bama, LSU, UF, maybe even UGA, UT, now you’ve got a “but our conference is better too” argument. But Ole Miss? Not a chance. You might as well say Kentucky, Arky, Mizzou should be beating us out too. Total. B. S.

          That said, I agree I’d like OU to be in the SEC. But we would immediately be among the cream because that’s who we are. SEC is just the cherry on top.

    • bommer85 says:

      All the time. And we rarely win out for $ome rea$on

      • SamSooner says:

        OU has short arms and very deep pockets.

        • Jennifer Carlson says:

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      • ND52 says:

        Ahhhhhh….

    • Slim Sooner says:

      It’s not just you. They copy cat us!

    • soonersd says:

      and it’s unfair cause they pay better

    • Super Keith says:

      No question that Ole Miss changed their recruiting approach when Freeze took over. I’m not sure where they concentrated their efforts before he got there, but other than Mississippi and Louisiana, they moved into Texas. Obviously they’re recruiting has made them a much better team (never mind the allegations, that’s neither here nor there), so rather than OU targeting recruits that Mississippi would normally target, I think it’s more Mississippi targeting better recruits that OU would normally target.

    • Jeff says:

      Ole Pi$$

  • metzker says:

    Afternoon,and Metz out————-Hou,Mojo,Pagan,Fear,Bob,Slim,

    737,Boom,Jake,47,Golf,Bleed,J.r.

    Doc,Malicongs,Oscar,76,Ray,Sam,

    Woof,Dawg,Jp,Cush,Dustin,Kj,

    Jordan,Super K,Hawk,Hwsnbn.

    • SamSooner says:

      I am so sad that I was not included on your list. Googling the closest bridge. See you tomorrow. Maybe.

      Ooh! Ooh!
      I made the list. That was a fast edit. Thank you, Metz. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

      • metzker says:

        Put your glasses on!!!!!!!!!! see ya!

      • HoustonChiver says:

        Are you not the Sam 3rd row last name?

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    • Jpsooner23 says:

      I’m happy now——-

  • SamSooner says:

    Alright, Jordan/Super K, Metz is gone now. You can post an update or a BOOM!

  • SamSooner says:

    Jordan, I think I get it: can you clarify?

    https://twitter.com/Jordan_Esco/status/722523722381262848

    • Soonerfandave84 says:

      B12 is Deadman Walking

    • Jordan Esco says:

      I’ve felt for some time now it’s not a matter of ‘if’ but ‘when’ the Big 12 dies. OU, IMO, would be MUCH better off getting out ahead of that & being PROactive, rather than doing what they’ve already done (missing what w/h/b a very profitable window) being REactive and waiting in denial for the inevitable to happen and likely having fewer attractive options on the table at that time.

      • Soonerfandave84 says:

        You’re right and I bet they’ve already got deals or offers at least from the other P5 leagues

      • cush creekmont says:

        SOME way, 4 super leagues will happen – 68 to 76 teams. Cable, internet, broadcast tv will all want the product. The NCAA will have to “allow” it or be dropped by the power schools.

        Things can limp along like they are until the GORs get close or until some content provider makes a super cash offer for all the P5 schools together.

      • SamSooner says:

        Jordan, thanks!
        What happened to get this talk of Big XII implosion going again?

      • Stephen Dale says:

        JE : agreed but OU hasn’t shown the progressive leadership to be anymore than followers…..guess there could be a first time for everything but don’t see Boren being the guy to boldly lead OU into a different conference……..

        • SoonerinLondon says:

          SD, you are wrong here. OU showed leadership with the Pac move (I won’t repeat the story…those interested can find the old post) and OU is showing leadership now (with the B1G rumors…again, see the old posts).

          The increased emphasis on recruiting in areas like Maryland and Michigan are all part of establishing/proving OU’s chops in the B1G territory.

          Blaming this conference’s condition on lack of leadership by OU is an easy, but unwarranted, bit of finger-pointing.

  • Okie403 says:

    With these coaches everywhere, We need NORAD to track the OU jets on the recruiting trail like they do Santa on Christmas!

    • cush creekmont says:

      Saban following Bob around again. For the “SEC is the only conference” crowd, why is “mighty” Bama coming this way?

      • Soonerfandave84 says:

        Oklahoma is soon to be SEC Territory

        • Wilson says:

          I guess then they could claim that all of our storied history and success would be all about SEC…i’d rather be independent…lol

      • Wilson says:

        Satan probably sees OU coming into his backyard (probably considers all the original southern states his backyard) a preemptive strike and is now returning the favor…lol

      • hOUligan says:

        So much for the idea OU is scrabbling for ‘Bama leftovers. Seems ‘Bama has made it a habit to stop in Oklahoma. Hopefully Creed will lead Saban along and make him do the dab and the funky chicken in his living room before telling Nicky “sorry…got that OUDNA”.

      • DCinAZ says:

        They’re a national brand too.

    • SamSooner says:

      The games people play.

    • KJ1123 says:

      For the borderline 4 star recruits and lower…….”I was just really going to be another number. It wasn’t like β€˜Bama needed me. Oklahoma recruited me as if they needed me.” M.Jones

    • diablodejalisco says:

      don’t they offer everyone though?

    • paganpink says:

      Well, not really “blessed” Unless that’s a euphemism for money!

  • Eddie and Amber says:

    Not sure why Riley would fly to Bellevue to visit a kid that we kinda sorta maybe interested in if room. Would think that there are other priorities to visit. Anyhow … just observation.

    • SquidGiant says:

      If you haven’t watched his film yet check it out. The kid has a stiff arm that would make Trey Millard proud! Would be an excellent addition to #soonersquad17

      • hOUligan says:

        A lot of teams feature the TE in their offense. It takes a special kid w/ a special work ethic to accept the role of H-back/blocking at OU and touch the ball a few times a game at best. Hope he is one of ‘those’ kids.

    • ND52 says:

      Riley can do whatever he feels like at this point.

      • Eddie and Amber says:

        Dumb statements like this translates to: Great season, no need for accountability or improvement …

        • ND52 says:

          Lol! @eddieandamber:disqus that’s the most sophomoric attempt at a strawman argument I’ve read in quite some time young man.

          Bravo!

  • Scott says:

    Hey TFB do you guys have any info about RB Anthony McFarland visiting OU anytime soon?

  • soonersd says:

    anyone heard from EastTex yet?

    • Lane Gilstrap says:

      My guess would be a DT

        • metzker says:

          Looks like you scared the kitty Bob.

          • Bob Edwards says:

            Evil kitty is thinking about what #SoonerSquad17 will be like if we add a top notch DT. “Crush our enemies. See them driven before us. Hear the lamentations of their women.”

          • metzker says:

            Can you explain the tweet above?I get the coach.

          • Bob Edwards says:

            In the picture are two hash tags. They are things you can search for on Twitter. People use them to label tweets so they get linked to other tweets with the same label.

            #SooneerSquad17 is what OU is using for this years recruiting squad.

            #JustWaitOnIt is what they usually use when someone is getting ready to commit.

            The #Lit and three flamey thingys are just saying this group is on fire.

            The implication is that someone is getting ready to commit to the 17 squad.

          • metzker says:

            Well thank you Bob,im trying to learn this twitter stuff and that helped me a lot.

          • Bob Edwards says:

            The key to understanding Twitter is that it was originally designed to limit a message to 140 characters so that it could fit in an SMS message (a standard phone text). Because of that, they find various ways to shorten the text so they can fit it all in. A lot of that is using various symbols that represent something and thus replace multiple words. The symbols can be emoji (the little icons) or hash tags which are the # followed by a word or two smashed together.

            If you want a translation of the emoji there is actually emojipedia:
            https://emojipedia.org/

            For the hash tags it is mostly the words in the hash tag plus the context they are usually used in. #SoonerSquad17 is the 2017 OU recruiting class. Etc.

          • metzker says:

            Thank you, I will study.

          • Bob Edwards says:

            I understand HOW it works. That doesn’t mean I understand what is being said all the time. The kids live it so it’s just like a second language to them. I don’t do it enough to be fluent.

          • metzker says:

            Understood, but you have given me a starting points to try and decipher on my own.

          • Bob Edwards says:

            Or just find a teenager and have them translate.

          • metzker says:

            Lmao,and if you haven’t looked your liquor cabinet has been magically
            restocked !!!!!

          • blaster1371 says:

            write it all down and make a nifty 3×5 card decoder kit….then mail it to me please?!

          • SamSooner says:

            Well done, Bob!

          • Ura Hogg says:

            The Twitter Rosetta Stone has been found! Thanks Bob. Funny thing about communication is it only works when it has been understood. You’ve just opened Twitter up to a whole new demographic.

          • metzker says:

            Thinking soft kitty soft kitty purr purr purr.

          • BleedCrimson says:

            Happy kitty, soft kitty, little ball of fur. Soft kitty, warm kitty, purr purr purr. And yes, it is sad that I know that song. lol

          • SamSooner says:

            You’re probably old enough not to care what we all think. LOL!

          • BleedCrimson says:

            True, Love watching The Big Bang Theory.

          • Dustin says:

            Soft kitty, warm kitty
            Little ball of fur
            Happy kitty, sleepy kitty
            Purr, purr, purr

          • BleedCrimson says:

            hmmm, I hate you Dustin! πŸ˜‰ Alcohol does amazing things. lol

          • Sooner Ray says:

            I’m concerned that he is correcting kitty song lyrics. πŸ™‚

          • BleedCrimson says:

            LMAO

          • Dustin says:

            It’s a good song.

          • Dustin says:

            Don’t hate me cuz I’m cool.

          • Bob Edwards says:

            Bazinga

        • blaster1371 says:

          i hate cats and this one looks like the spawn of cat-satan

    • metzker says:

      I don’t understand tweets, retweets,or just tweets in general.

      • blaster1371 says:

        I am the same. I wait for someone to decipher the tweets the twits put out.

        #justsayitinplainEnglish

      • SamSooner says:

        What are you doing back here?

        I think this is a retweet from Dennis Simmons to Marcus Walker.

      • Rick says:

        If you’re not “pulling my chain” an original tweet is from me to you, or from me to the world. If you as my friend or a person I follow on twitter made a witty remark (a tweet), and I thought it was of value to my little world, I could rebroadcast your remark or “retweet” your statement.

  • Ryan says:

    What QB from Cali did OU offer? Surprised TFB didn’t say anything about it.

  • metzker says:

    Ok metz out thanks Bob1 and night Jordan——-

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  • metzker says:

    Its 7:32 sun is up and texsa sucks as does my concrete sub grrrrrrrrrrrrr!!!!!!!!!!!

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