Oklahoma quarterback [autotag]Jackson Arnold[/autotag] intends to enter the [autotag]transfer portal[/autotag], according to a report from CBS Sports/247Sports Matt Zenitz.
The 2024 season didn’t go as planned for the Oklahoma Sooners on the offensive side of the ball. Injuries at wide receiver and along the offensive line and the relative inexperience and talent deficiency that came with that put a damper on what had a chance to be a good offense for the Oklahoma Sooners.
Arnold, was left to try to pick up the pieces of the offense. It was a rough season for the former Gatorade National Player of the Year, who struggled with turnovers and, at times, indecision as a passer. Arnold was benched in the first half of the loss to Tennessee after three turnovers in the first half.
He regained the starting job after a solid performance against South Carolina in relief of Michael Hawkins Jr., but could never put it together as a passer given the circumstances.
Still, he had some really good moments, particularly the win over Alabama, where he showed his toughness and running ability to lead the Sooners to the top 10 win.
Oklahoma’s struggles went well beyond the quarterback position, but with turnover at offensive coordinator, there was a chance you’d see some turnover at quarterback this offseason.
Arnold finished the 2024 season completing 62.6% of his passes for 1,421 yards, 12 touchdowns and three interceptions. He also added 444 rushing yards and three touchdowns, highlighting his dual-threat ability.
Though there are more experienced quarterbacks in the transfer portal market, Arnold will have plenty of suitors. He’s got big-time ability and given the right situation, could have a resurgent year in 2025.
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