Back in March, the Oklahoma Sooners cancelled their traditional spring football game. In the current name, image, and likeness and transfer portal landscape of college football, the powers that be in Norman decided against holding the usual spring game, for fear that players would be injured or poached by other teams.
Instead, OU will hold the first-ever “Crimson Combine” in place of the spring game. That was announced last month, but this week, the athletic department released more details about what fans who attend on April 12th can expect.
According to a press release, “The OU football team will take the field at 1 p.m. Position groups consisting of offensive/defensive linemen, linebackers/defensive backs and quarterbacks/running backs/wide receivers/tight ends will complete a series of drills designed for each group.”
But while the drills are the main event of the day, the team also has more in store for Sooner Nation. Per the release, “Upon drills completion at approximately 2 p.m., the north end of Owen Field will open to fans for “Party in the Palace,” while players sign autographs on the south end of the field for fans in the stands. Interactive inflatables, a Jordan Brand shoe box retail shop and beer garden will offer activities for fans of all ages. Additionally, the Sooner Schooner, Big Red Rocket and select trophies will be on display for fan photos. The event will conclude at 3 p.m.”
Oklahoma joined programs like Ohio State, USC, Nebraska, and Texas in cancelling the spring game this year. They also apparently did not take up Oklahoma State head coach Mike Gundy’s suggestion for joint spring practices.
Gates will open at noon at Gaylord Family – Oklahoma Memorial Stadium for the first chance for fans to see the 2025 Sooners in action.
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