The challenge of finding OU’s next defensive coordinator

The challenge of finding OU’s next defensive coordinator

Eli Lederman and Jenni Carlson react to Ted Roof’s departure, the potential candidates Brent Venables could target to replace him and the impact of having two fresh coordinators on Oklahoma’s staff in 2024.

Sellout Crowd Network

By Sellout Crowd Network

| Jan 4, 2024, 6:51pm CST

Sellout Crowd Network

By Sellout Crowd Network

Jan 4, 2024, 6:51pm CST

Oklahoma and coach Brent Venables have mutually agreed to part ways with defensive coordinator Ted Roof, the program announced Thursday. 

Where might the Sooners look for his replacement? What are the challenges ahead for Venables filling the role? And what will it mean for OU to have new coordinators on both sides of the ball in 2024? Eli Lederman and Jenni Carlson break down the latest staff change in Norman.

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Editing and social media: Michael Martin and Bobby Howard

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