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Apr 20, 2024; Norman, OK, USA; Oklahoma Sooners running back Kalib Hicks (0) runs for a touchdown during the Oklahoma Sooners spring game at Gaylord Family OK Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports
The winter transfer portal has yet to officially open, and a number of key Oklahoma Sooners are expected to enter the transfer portal. Former four-star wide receivers Jaquaize Pettaway and Nic Anderson are reportedly heading for the portal, as is former five-star and 2024 starting quarterback Jackson Arnold.
Also expected to hit the transfer portal are running backs Kalib Hicks and Emeka Megwa, according to reports.
Hicks signed with the Oklahoma Sooners as part of the 2023 recruiting class out of Denton Ryan High School. He was a four-star prospect, according to On3, but never really got a chance to put his skills to work on the field. He appeared in seven games over two seasons and recorded just five carries for 25 yards during his time with the Sooners. He showed flashes during the 2024 spring game, breaking off a long run for a touchdown, but he was buried on the depth chart.
Megwa transferred to Oklahoma after spending time with the Oregon Ducks. He’s battled injuries throughout his career and only recorded just one carry with the Sooners back in 2023.
The Oklahoma Sooners running back room was led by Jovantae Barnes and Xavier Robinson throughout the 2024 season. True freshman Taylor Tatum had some good moments but battled fumble issues in 2024. Gavin Sawchuk had a strong 2023 season but struggled to get going in 2024. The Sooners are also bringing in an explosive runner in the 2025 recruiting class in Tory Blaylock.
If Oklahoma can get the offensive line going early in the 2025 season, the running back room will have a chance for better production next season.
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Publish date : 2024-12-06 04:57:00
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