College Football Analyst isn't concerned with Oklahoma's defense
Josh Pate says Oklahoma's defense is so loaded with stars that he rarely discusses it as a concern heading into 2026.
Oklahoma Sooners' defense remains a topic of concern, despite being one of the key question marks for the upcoming 2026 season. According to college football analyst Josh Pate, the defense's strength is not a concern for him. Last season, Oklahoma's defense was ranked No. 6 in total defense, No. 1 in tackles for loss and sacks. The Sooners are bringing back key players, including defensive linemen Taylor Wein, David Stone and Jayden Jackson, linebackers Owen Heinecke and Kip Lewis, and secondary members Peyton and Eli Bowen and Courtland Guillory.
Additionally, they have Brent Venables, one of the best play-callers in college football. Pate stated that he rarely discusses Oklahoma's defense because it will be "really good" due to the return of impact players at every level. The continuity of returning players could be particularly valuable for Oklahoma as they focus on refining their successful defense rather than starting from scratch in the early season.
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