Oklahoma Football Lands 2026 CB Commitment—Is This the Start of a Recruiting Revolution?

Recruiting season is heating up, and Oklahoma is clearly not here to play small — they’re making bold moves that have me wondering: can Brents Venables turn the Sooners’ momentum into a full-blown avalanche? Just yesterday, they locked in a commitment from Derrick Johnson, a 2026 three-star cornerback with the size, speed, and football IQ that suggests he might be more than just another recruit; think future star-in-the-making. Out of four solid options, including some West Coast buzz from UCLA and Washington, Johnson chose Oklahoma — a decision that screams confidence in the program’s direction. It’s no secret NFL blood runs in his veins, and this kid looks primed to sharpen those skills in Norman. Will this commitment mark the start of a winning streak on the recruiting trail, or just another page in the playbook? Either way, the Sooners are off to a blazing start this June, and if this momentum holds, summer might just be their time to shine. LEARN MOREThe Oklahoma football team continued its momentum on the recruiting trail on Tuesday with another commitment as three-star 2026 cornerback Derrick Johnson announced that he will play for the Sooners. Johnson had previously narrowed his list of college options down to four schools, and Oklahoma, Washington, UCLA and TCU were the teams still alive. At the end of the day, head coach Brent Venables and the Sooners got the job done.

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