Running backs/H-Backs: A-
Three weeks in a row for these running backs putting up another elite grade. They continue to show up and deliver.
Kennedy Brooks has firmly solidified himself as the lead back, and while Eric Gray may not have the production to match, he’s been effective in his own right, especially in pass protection.
The two work so well, and Lincoln Riley and DeMarco Murray can breathe easy. Marcus Major is back, so they can take the training wheels off both.
Brooks led the way with 153 rushing yards and a touchdown on 20 carries, and Jeremiah Hall also chipped in another receiving touchdown. Barring a strange week, expect to see another solid performance as they look forward to a very suspect Kansas rushing defense.
Wide Receivers /Tight Ends: A
Three guys had over 50 yards receiving: Marvin Mims, Jadon Haselwood, and Mike Woods. Haselwood had the most noteworthy performance hauling in three touchdowns for a Sooners touchdown hat trick.
Trevon West made an excellent play for 35 yards, and we saw a bit more action from freshman Jalil Farooq considering Mario Williams left the game early with what looked like a bum hamstring.
The unit played well, ran excellent routes, and hauled in some nice catches. It seems like there’s some real synergy brewing in this unit.
Up Next: Offensive and Defensive Line Grades
Offensive Line: A
In their best performance of the year, the offensive line flashed why offensive line coach Bill Bedenbaugh felt he had something really good brewing.
The run game maintained their momentum from the last few weeks, and they held up well in pass protection to give Caleb Williams time to dissect the TCU secondary.
Tyrese Robinson played well, as did Anton Harrison before he left the game with an injury. Erik Swenson would come in and finish the game and filled in admirably.
The interior was rock solid. They’ll look to continue stacking good games together as they head to take on the Jayhawks.
Defensive Line: B+
While Jalen Redmond remains out due to injury, and Isaiah Coe was injured early in the game, the Sooners’ defensive line continues to hold down the fort and anchor this defense. As much as the defense would love to have their star interior defensive lineman back, it’s a luxury not to have to rush him back because of the depth Oklahoma has to offer at the position. Perrion Winfrey, Joshua Ellison, LaRon Stokes, Jordan Kelley, Isaiah Thomas have all contributed.
As long as they keep playing like this, the defense will always have a chance to make plays and get stops.