Following an offseason full of highs, the Oklahoma Sooners will be riding a wave of momentum into spring practices.

But thanks to the efforts of defensive coordinator Mike Stoops, they’ll also enter as legitimate national title contenders.

Sure, the stellar play of Trevor Knight and the Oklahoma offense during the thrilling upset of Alabama, 45-31, in the Sugar Bowl seems to be dominating headlines as of late. However, everyone seems to forget just who carried the team when the offense couldn’t push the Sooner Schooner, let alone push the ball down the field.

To refresh the memory of those who’ve forgotten...

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