When Are the Oklahoma Sooners Showcasing Their Talents at the NFL Combine?

Oklahoma Sooners at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine

The excitement is palpable as the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine is set to commence from Thursday to Sunday in Indianapolis. This year, the Oklahoma Sooners are sending ten promising players to showcase their skills, placing them in a tie for fourth among all schools invited to the event.

This four-day spectacle will highlight players vying for an opportunity at the 2026 NFL Draft, taking place in late April. While they take this crucial step toward their professional careers, the Sooners also have a pro day to look forward to, giving them yet another chance to shine.

Combine Schedule Breakdown

Let's break down the participation schedule for the Sooners:

• Thursday: Kickers, defensive linemen, and linebackers will kick off the event. Oklahoma's representation will be strong with six players participating:
• R Mason Thomas
• Damonic Williams
• Gracen Halton
• Marvin Jones Jr.
• Kendal Daniels
• Owen Heinecke
• Friday: Tight ends and defensive backs take the stage. The Sooners will see two players compete:
• Jaren Kanak (Tight End)
• Robert Spears-Jennings (Defensive Back)
• Saturday: Arguably the most anticipated day features quarterbacks, wide receivers, and running backs. Oklahoma's own:
• Deion Burks (Wide Receiver)
• Sunday: The event concludes with offensive linemen, and Oklahoma will again have representation:
• Febechi Nwaiwu (Offensive Lineman)

Players with Potential

In addition to the ten talents participating in the combine, the Sooners also have six other players eligible for the NFL Draft:

• Jaydn Ott (Running Back)
• Keontez Lewis (Wide Receiver)
• Major Melson (Wide Receiver)
• Will Huggins (Tight End)
• Derek Simmons (Offensive Lineman)
• Austin Welch (Kicker)

These athletes have exhausted their collegiate eligibility and are eager for their names to be called during the draft.

The Road Ahead

As the days unfold at the combine, I'll be watching closely to see how our Sooners perform and the impression they leave on NFL scouts. This is a pivotal moment for many of these athletes, and capturing their breakthrough can be inspiring as they transition to the next level.

“Time to show out 💰
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— Oklahoma Football (@OU_Football)

Final Thoughts

With a solid mix of players and diverse positions participating this year, the Sooners are poised to make an impact at the combine. I look forward to discussing the outcomes and what it means for their futures post-combine.