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Oklahoma's 2027 Recruiting Class Drops in Rankings
1 Jul
Summary
- Oklahoma's 2027 recruiting class currently has 26 pledges.
- The Sooners' class dropped to fourth nationally in new rankings.
- Defensive back Bode Sparrow from Utah recently committed to OU.
As of July 1, 2026, the Oklahoma Sooners have assembled a significant 2027 recruiting class, featuring 26 commitments. This haul is evenly divided with 13 pledges on offense and 13 on defense, with no current commitments for special teams.
Despite the impressive numbers, Oklahoma's recruiting class has seen a slight slide in national rankings, now positioned as the fourth-best in the nation according to 247Sports. This places them behind Texas A&M, Notre Dame, and Miami in the latest assessment.
The Sooners' class was recently bolstered by the pledge of defensive back Bode Sparrow from Utah. Sparrow is a versatile athlete who is expected to project as a safety within Brent Venables' defensive scheme.
General manager Jim Nagy and head coach Brent Venables are actively pursuing additional targets to further strengthen the 2027 class. This marks their first full recruiting cycle together, and the early results have been noteworthy. A strong performance during the upcoming 2026 season could potentially elevate Oklahoma's recruiting standing even further.
