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OU Football: Key Player Returns for Gamecocks Showdown
31 Oct
Summary
- Peyton Bowen is probable to play against South Carolina.
- Several other OU players have injury updates impacting availability.
- The Oklahoma vs. South Carolina game is set for Saturday.

Oklahoma's football team anticipates the return of safety Peyton Bowen, who has been upgraded to 'probable' for Saturday's matchup against South Carolina. Bowen's potential availability comes as a significant positive for the Sooners following an injury scare in their recent victory. His brother, Eli Bowen, remains 'doubtful' due to an ankle injury that has sidelined him for previous games.
Other key players for Oklahoma have also seen their statuses clarified. Center Jake Maikkula is listed as 'questionable,' while left tackle Fred Hinton has been downgraded to 'out.' Running back Xavier Robinson has been removed from the availability report, indicating he will be ready to play.
For South Carolina, several players are also marked as 'out,' including running back Jawarn Howell and defensive end Kobby Sakhi-Prah. The game is scheduled for Saturday at 3:15 p.m. in Norman and will be broadcast on the SEC Network.