Crimson Countdown: No. 11 Kobie McKinzie
The Crimson Countdown is officially on for the 2024 Oklahoma football season. Fans have been waiting for what feels like forever with this one. The Sooners are finally and officially joining the SEC.
The 2023 season was a rebound one for head coach Brent Venables, getting the program back to its standard. OU went 10-3 in Venables’ second season, now it’s time for year No. 3.
Every day as we get closer to kickoff, SoonerScoop.com will count down the days with you. Starting with No. 99 and working our way to No. 0, we’ll be there every step of the way.
Crimson Countdown: No. 11 Kobie McKinzie
2023 stats: Played in 13 games, 22 tackles, tackle for loss, three pass breakups.
2024 outlook:
You might circle this one. Really wasn’t sure where McKinzie was going to go after the 2023 season. Stick it out in Norman? Or hit the transfer portal?
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He chose the former and had his best spring yet combined with a terrific summer. McKinzie went from wondering if he’d be at OU to now wondering just how many big-time snaps he’ll receive.
McKinzie has played his way into significant on-field discussion. Yes, the room is deep. Yes, the guys seem like they all bring a different type of skill set. But McKinzie appears to be someone who simply will not go away. Watch him work.
2024 inside linebacker outlook
The linebacker is stacked for the Sooners in 2024. Senior Danny Stutsman leads the way for Oklahoma, after he chose to stay one more year. Next to Stutsman are a host of guys, including Kip Lewis, Jaren Kanak and Kobie McKinzie, among others. All are fighting for playing time in 2024, including sophomores Lewis Carter and Samuel Omosigho, who were impressive in the spring and could start for Oklahoma next season. Dasan McCullough has also entered the mix, moving to inside linebacker.
