Oklahoma Sooners land one of the most intriguing players in the transfer portal with major upside
The Oklahoma Sooners have had a string of bad news lately. Yet, without a defensive coordinator, linebackers coach, and an assistant general manager to help with recruiting, the Sooners were still able to land the biggest name left in the transfer portal. Let's just say they got a guy who has tremendous upside and was […]
The Oklahoma Sooners have had a string of bad news lately. Yet, without a defensive coordinator, linebackers coach, and an assistant general manager to help with recruiting, the Sooners were still able to land the biggest name left in the transfer portal.
Let's just say they got a guy who has tremendous upside and was a player who almost went to Oklahoma when he was in high school.
Sooners land Florida State transfer
Marvin Jones Jr., a standout edge rusher from Plantation, Florida, began his college football journey at the University of Georgia after an illustrious high school career at American Heritage High School. Recognized as a five-star recruit, he was a contender for the 2021 Nat Moore Trophy and was highly ranked in the ESPN300.
Despite the high expectations, Jones's time at Georgia was limited to a reserve role over two seasons. Seeking a new opportunity, he transferred to Florida State in late 2023, aiming to emulate his father, Marvin Jones Sr., who left an indelible mark as a linebacker for the Seminoles.
At Florida State, the expectations were sky-high for Jones due to his lineage and personal talent. However, his stint with the Seminoles was brief. In 2024, he participated in 11 games, amassing 25 tackles, four sacks, one forced fumble, and six tackles for loss.
Despite these stats, his performance fell short of the anticipated impact. Following a challenging 2-10 season for the team, Jones decided to enter the transfer portal again in December 2024, looking for a change of scenery.
After considering several options, including visits to Oklahoma and Texas, he chose to continue his career at Oklahoma with two years of eligibility left. Jones Jr. is a player with so much upside, and in a system like the one that Brent Venables has in place, he can really be a big-time player in 2025 and 2026.
Former Oklahoma Sooners special teams player finds a new home through the transfer portal and a place where he can shine
The Sooners got their guy, too.
