It's the latest shift in the sport that's seen a complete makeover in the last decade. From the College Football Playoff to expansion, conference realignment, the transfer portal, and name, image, and likeness, the loss of the spring game marks another seismic shift to the game of college football.

In Bill Connelly's first release of the SP+ rankings, the Oklahoma Sooners come in at No. 20 in the nation. Connelly takes into account returning production, recent recruiting, and recent history. The Sooners are No. 10 in the nation in ESPN's returning production for 2025, led by an offense that is No. 6 in returning talent.

The Sooners are the latest program of several to scrap the annual spring football game tradition, and will instead host a fan-based event on April 12.

The University of Oklahoma Athletics Department announced it will debut a new fan-centric football event at Gaylord Family – Oklahoma Memorial Stadium to replace OU's traditional spring game. "Crimson Combine" will be held Saturday,