Offensive line has to remain dominant
The Oklahoma offensive line answered the call against Nebraska. However, it’s back to the drawing board as the unit faces its biggest test to date against Kansas State. Their defensive front seven is solid across the board.
Two players stick out for the Wildcats: Linebacker Daniel Green and edge rusher Felix Anudike-Uzomah.
Uzomah is arguably the best player on the defense. He leads the Wildcats in sacks with 2.5.
Green’s a playmaker in his own right and could throw a wrench into Oklahoma’s plans if he continues to play the way he has. The senior linebacker is tied for second on the team with 12 tackles and leads the team with two interceptions (fifth nationally).
For a team that is as committed to the run as Oklahoma is, having a couple of box defenders that can play the run could slow down Eric Gray and Marcus Major.
Uzomah will give Wanya Morris and Anton Harrison a true litmus test for how far they’ve come. Uzomah is a top 100 draft prospect in next April’s draft, so handling someone of his caliber could do wonders for the stock of both offensive linemen.
Oklahoma’s offensive attack starts up front. They’ve been the more physical team all year. They’ll need to do it again against a tough Kansas State team.
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