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Four-star OLB Clayton Smith commits to Sooners

NORMAN — A big day of recruiting got even bigger Friday for OU.

A few hours after securing a commitment from five-star wide receiver Mario Williams, the Sooners added a big defensive piece when four-star 2021 outside linebacker Clayton Smith committed.

The Texarkana, Texas, product announced his decision on Twitter.

Smith chose the Sooners from a group of finalists that also included LSU, Texas, Oregon, Florida State and Kentucky.

Smith is the second linebacker commit OU has received this month, joining Florida product Danny Stutsman.

The 6-foot-4, 220 pound Smith is the No. 14 outside linebacker in the 2021 class according to Rivals and is No.