NORMAN — Oklahoma general manager Jim Nagy and coach Brent Venables had some clear needs when retooling the Sooners’ roster this offseason. In hopes of returning to the College Football Playoff next season, starting over at tight end, adding multiple playmakers at receiver and filling the gaps left behind by veteran defensive standouts were essential. OU addressed its most pressing needs at the top of the depth chart, although depth concerns remain — particularly on the defensive side of the ball. The Sooners also, once again, heavily invested into the current roster, retaining key contributors Eli and Peyton Bowen, Jayden Jackson, Kip Lewis, John Mateer, Isaiah Sategna III, David Stone and...
