Crimson Countdown: No. 71 Logan Howland
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.
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Crimson Countdown: No. 71 Logan Howland
2023 stats: N/A
2024 outlook: Howland played in one game his freshman year, against Arkansas State, redshirting in 2023. From Westfield, New Jersey, Howland was a standout tight end at Hun School of Princeton. But Howland was recruited by OU offensive line coach Bill Bedenbaugh to be a tackle. And at 6-foot-6, 306 pounds Howland has the potential to be a starting offensive tackle for the Sooners.
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But in 2024, that’s unlikely. Howland is still a project for Bedenbaugh. His role in 2024 is likely to be a backup tackle, while 2025 is the year he might be able to compete for a starting gig.
2024 offensive tackle outlook
It’s no secret where the biggest concern is for Oklahoma in 2024 — offensive tackle. Replacing Tyler Guyton and Walter Rouse is no easy task. OU brought in transfer Michael Tarquin (USC) and Spencer Brown (Michigan State). Both have a chance to start next season, especially Tarquin at left tackle. Jacob Sexton is also expected to be in the mix, having played right tackle last season. But during the spring, Sexton also played guard. OU is hoping Jake Taylor can be a contributor at tackle in this third season, while redshirt freshman Logan Howland continues to progress in a backup role.
