SEC · Norman, OK
University of Oklahoma Scheme Analysis
Offensive and defensive schemes, concepts, and tendencies for the Sooners football program.
Coaching Staff
Brent VenablesHead Coach
View Profile →Ben ArbuckleOffensive Coordinator
Brent Venables (play-caller 2025)Defensive Coordinator
Offensive System
Air Raid Variant
Key Traits
qb friendlybalancedexplosiveefficiency focused
Primary Concepts
- Quick Passing
- RPO
- Vertical Shots
Analysis Notes
Ben Arbuckle from WSU. Cam Ward thrived under him. John Mateer at QB (29 pass TD, 15 rush TD at WSU). Venables wants balance and flexibility.
Related Schemes in Playbook
Defensive System
Multiple (4-3/3-4)
Key Traits
venables schemeblitz heavyaggressive
Primary Concepts
- Pressure Packages
- Multiple Fronts
- Man Coverage
Analysis Notes
Venables calling plays himself in 2025. Zac Alley left for WVU. Classic Venables aggressive multiple defense. Top-15 run defense 2024.
Research Sources
- https://www.si.com/college/oklahoma/football/column-brent-venables-talks-offensive-coordinator-scheme-personality-work-habits-and-more-01jdn0ktk28c
- https://sports.yahoo.com/oklahoma-head-coach-brent-venables-to-call-defensive-plays-in-2025-191648141.html
Last researched: 12/18/2025