Takeaways from my exclusive 1-on-1 interview with OU Head Coach Brent Venables during First and Football

DEPTH IN FALL CAMP

Venables has been excited about the competition and depth he’s seen across his entire team in fall camp. Most notably, OU looks to have a solid two-deep on both the offensive and defensive lines. The importance of depth and talent in the trenches is magnified in the SEC.

ARBUCKLE HOLDING OFFENSE TO HIGH STANDARD

The Head Coach has been impressed with his new Offensive Coordinator. Arbuckle has been relentless in the installation of his new scheme. The fact that quarterback John Mateer also comes from Washington State and is already familiar with Arbuckle’s offense has been a tremendous help.

VENABLES FEELS OU COULD BE BETTER THIS YEAR ON DEFENSE

Despite the loss

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