(This story was updated because an earlier version included an inaccuracy.)
The winter [autotag]transfer portal[/autotag] has not yet opened, but a number of key Oklahoma Sooners are expected to enter. Former four-star wide receivers Jaquaize Pettaway and Nic Anderson are reportedly heading for the portal, as is former five-star recruit and 2024 starting quarterback Jackson Arnold.
Also expected to hit the transfer portal are running backs Kalib Hicks and Emeka Megwa, according to reports.
Hicks signed with the Oklahoma Sooners as part of the 2023 recruiting class out of Denton Ryan High School. He was a four-star prospect, according to On3, but never had a chance to put his skills to work on the field. He appeared in seven games over two seasons and recorded five carries for 25 yards during his time with the Sooners. He showed flashes during the 2024 spring game, breaking off a long run for a touchdown, but he was buried on the depth chart.
Megwa transferred to Oklahoma after spending time with the Washington Huskies. He has battled injuries throughout his career and recorded one carry with the Sooners in 2023.
The Oklahoma Sooners running back room was led by [autotag]Jovantae Barnes[/autotag] and [autotag]Xavier Robinson[/autotag] throughout the 2024 season. True freshman [autotag]Taylor Tatum[/autotag] had some good moments but battled fumbling issues in 2024. Gavin Sawchuk had a strong 2023 season but struggled to get going in 2024. The Sooners are also bringing in an explosive runner in the 2025 recruiting class, Tory Blaylock.
If Oklahoma can get the offensive line going early in the 2025 season, the running back room will have a chance for better production.
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