Oklahoma’s Top Recruit Shocks Fans by Flipping to Washington at the Last Moment

Oklahoma football looked like they had the local treasure right in their backyard—a four-star talent from Norman, no less. But just when you think the Sooners had the inside track, Mason James flipped the script, choosing the Huskies over his home-state heroes. It’s a move that’s got to sting, especially when James isn’t just any prospect; he’s the highest-ranked in Oklahoma according to On3. Now, you have to wonder—what’s really going on with Oklahoma’s recruiting mojo? After all, Coach Brent Venables has unleashed some sparks on the field, like that stunning 24-3 upset over Alabama, but can his staff translate that into locking down the kind of local blue-chips that keep the fanbase buzzing? Sure, they snagged offensive lineman Noah Best recently and sealed a cornerback commitment from Derrick Johnson, but ranking 35th nationally and eighth among SEC teams doesn’t exactly scream dominance. The Sooners are holding on to a few bright spots, like four-star Jakore Smith and Daniel Odom, but losing a homegrown gem like James feels like a glaring missed opportunity. Is Oklahoma slipping underwhelmingly off fans’ radars when it comes to recruitment, or is this just a hiccup on the road to regaining supremacy? If local stars keep slipping through their fingers, how long before the questions turn into full-blown concerns? LEARN MORE.Oklahoma football looked in prime position to keep a local talent home. One four-star from Norman had the Sooners on his short list. Washington claims the college football recruiting victory, however.

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