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Sooners Boost Roster with Three Key Transfers

1/7/2026

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Livingstone Joins Sooners

Parker Livingstone (former Texas wide receiver) joined the Oklahoma Sooners.
Parker Livingstone recorded 29 receptions for 516 yards and six touchdowns last season.
Parker Livingstone has three years of eligibility remaining.
Trell Harris (former Virginia receiver) joined the Sooners after 59 receptions for 847 yards in 2025.
Kenny Ozowalu (defensive lineman from UTSA) joined the Sooners.

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Aggies Strengthen Roster

Texas A&M Aggies added Ray Coney (Tulsa) at linebacker and Tawfiq Byard (Colorado) as hybrid safety.
Texas A&M added SEC guards Trovon Baugh and Coen Echols.
Texas A&M added tight end Houston Thomas from UTSA.
Illinois transfer David Olano will bolster kicking after a challenging 2025 season.
Texas Tech added quarterback Brendan Sorsby and linebacker Austin Romaine.

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Historical Context

In 2021, the NCAA introduced the transfer portal, allowing athletes to switch schools without sitting out a season, a significant shift from previous regulations. This change led to a notable increase in player movement, with 24 athletes entering the portal during or after the season. The trend reflects a growing competitiveness in college football, reshaping team dynamics and loyalty.

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Livingstone Joins Sooners

Parker Livingstone (former Texas wide receiver) joined the Oklahoma Sooners.
Parker Livingstone recorded 29 receptions for 516 yards and six touchdowns last season.
Parker Livingstone has three years of eligibility remaining.
Trell Harris (former Virginia receiver) joined the Sooners after 59 receptions for 847 yards in 2025.
Kenny Ozowalu (defensive lineman from UTSA) joined the Sooners.

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