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Top Linebacker Cooper Witten Commits to Oklahoma Sooners

3/4/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Cooper Witten, a five-star linebacker from Argyle, Texas, committed to the Oklahoma Sooners for the 2027 class after back-to-back championships.
He is the son of NFL tight end Jason Witten, who joined Oklahoma Sooners as tight ends coach.
Witten is ranked No. 1 at linebacker and No. 25 overall in the 247Sports Composite.
He chose Oklahoma over offers from Tennessee, Texas A&M, and Georgia.
The commitment strengthens Oklahoma's top-ranked class.

History

Historical Context

The Oklahoma Sooners football team, under coach Barry Switzer, won their fourth national championship in 1974, finishing the season undefeated at 11-0. This team featured a record-setting wishbone offense and eight All-Americans, solidifying Oklahoma's legacy in college football. The program has since continued to attract elite talent, exemplified by Cooper Witten's recent commitment, enhancing their top-ranked recruiting class.

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Story summary

Cooper Witten, a five-star linebacker from Argyle, Texas, committed to the Oklahoma Sooners for the 2027 class after back-to-back championships.
He is the son of NFL tight end Jason Witten, who joined Oklahoma Sooners as tight ends coach.
Witten is ranked No. 1 at linebacker and No. 25 overall in the 247Sports Composite.
He chose Oklahoma over offers from Tennessee, Texas A&M, and Georgia.
The commitment strengthens Oklahoma's top-ranked class.

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