ESPN released their preseason power rankings for 2023 along with “realistic best and worst case scenarios” for each team.
In ESPN’s estimation, the best-case scenario is for the Oklahoma Sooners to claim another Big 12 title on their way out the door. If the defense shows significant improvement, Oklahoma will be back on track after a substandard 2022.
If the defense doesn’t improve and the Sooners struggle in key matchups with Texas, Oklahoma State, and TCU, then questions will get louder about Brent Venables and OU’s future.
Here’s a look at ESPN’s preseason power rankings. compared to where they landed in the USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll, the AP Top 25, and Sooners Wire’s preseason power rankings.