Apr 24, 2021; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners linebacker Caleb Kelly (19) tackles Oklahoma Sooners tight end Jeremiah Hall (27) during the spring game at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports
To be the best you have to play and beat the best, and if you’re Oklahoma football that means getting your share of the best players.
The problem is, in recruiting the best players you must have a reach, a relationship and compelling reputation in the geographical parts of the country where the best prospects are located. And you can expect to be in competition with the best teams in the country.