ITYT: Quinn Ewers' Heisman odds, Brent Venables contract extension
OU extended Venables after year 2… what does it mean for the Red River Rivalry? Quinn Ewers has the 2nd highest odds to win the Heisman. Who is better positioned? Joe Cook, Charlie Williams, and Ian Boyd discuss in the latest Saturday Roundtable.
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Brent Venables, the Oklahoma head coach, received a six-year contract extension, ensuring his tenure until the 2029 season. This move aims to maintain stability within the program, especially with the upcoming transition to the SEC.
The extension of Venables’ contract and Sarkisian’s through 2030 affects recruiting battles, particularly between Texas and Oklahoma. Stability in coaching positions is seen as a critical factor for recruits when choosing a school.
Venables’ new contract pays around $8 million. The financial aspects reflect Oklahoma’s commitment to stability without giving Venables a significant raise despite mixed performance.
The extension sets the stage for continued intense rivalry between Texas and Oklahoma. Both programs are expected to compete fiercely on the field and in recruiting, reminiscent of historical coaching battles between Mack Brown and Bob Stoops.
The panel discusses various Heisman candidates, with a focus on Quinn Ewers, who is ranked second among SEC contenders. The significance of marquee games, team narratives, and individual performances in Heisman candidacy is emphasized.
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