The Football Brainiacs

– Team Note | Freshmen: Most of the in-coming freshmen have been cleared to work out and participate in player-led 7 on 7. I am told that the team is now doing player-led 7 on 7 sessions twice per week (Monday and Wednesday).

This past Monday was the first day that a number of freshmen were cleared to participate in 7 on 7 and I’ve already heard a couple names of freshmen who turned some heads right away.

Mykel Jones – The first name mentioned was wide receiver and Louisiana native, Mykel Jones. “He is smooth in and out of cuts” one source mentioned. Another said, “he looks like he belongs.” With John Humphrey transferring and Michiah Quick transitioning over to the defensive side, Jones being able to step up and at least provide quality depth at the inside receiver position will be welcomed news for the Sooners.

Abdul Adams – The second name mentioned was Abdul Adams. Source said, “he’s like Roy Finch…quick twitch and light on his feet”. If you’ve seen Abdul Adams film, that assessment won’t surprise you. I was very impressed with Tulsa native and Alabama signee, Joshua Jacobs and believed, on film, he was easily one of top five backs in the country. But if there was a guy who has similar twitch and acceleration it was Abdul Adams. Deciding between those two for me was splitting hairs.

Adams could end up being a guy who only needs a few carries but comes in after Samaje and Joe soften a defense up and really gashes a defense with his next level explosiveness. – (Super K)

– Team Note | Johncarlo Valentin: A freshman who has not made it to Norman yet is highly touted offensive lineman, Johncarlo Valentin (Philadelphia, PA). I spoke with a source on what seems to be the hold up and was told, “Valentin’s graduation is on the 17th. He should be on campus next week”.

I did call over to Valentin’s school and was told that senior graduation is indeed this Friday (the 17th). So it sounds like all is well. – (Super K)

– Team Note | Michiah Quick: As you all know, Michiah Quick has moved over to the defensive side of the ball. I’m told he is taking reps at cornerback in 7 on 7. I asked a source how he looked on Monday and was told, “he looked good. He actually had a PBU and an interception. It was against some of the younger guys and walk-ons but still he looked good”.

I’m told Quick is still in the process of learning the play book and the real test for him will be in fall camp when calls are coming in fast and he has to be sure he is set correctly in his alignment and assignment. Also, he will have to pick up the various techniques. But early on it sounds like Quick has the natural instincts for the position which should come as no surprise. For a while now many of have felt Quick had the highest upside on the defensive side of the ball. – (Super K)

– Addison Gumbs: Yesterday, I caught up briefly with 2017 OLB/DE, Addison Gumbs (Hayward, CA). Gumbs was expected to announce his commitment sometime later this month. Oklahoma is considered one of the favorites to land Gumbs.

However, Gumbs let me know he has decided to delay his announcement a little. He said he is now looking to announce his decision sometime in “early July”. – (Super K)