Oklahoma's 2027 class explodes, led by linemen and playmakers, poised to become the greatest haul in program history
As of March 9, 2026, the Oklahoma Sooners have assembled what is unequivocally the No. 1 recruiting class in the country for the 2027 cycle, according to the 247Sports Composite Team Rankings. With 19 commits boasting an elite average rating and a perfect blend of star power, positional balance, and developmental upside, this group is not just leading the nation—it's on a trajectory to become the greatest high school recruiting haul in program history, eclipsing even the star-studded classes that powered Bob Stoops' tenure.
The class features three five-star prospects, 10 four-stars, and six three-stars, creating a foundation loaded with blue-chip talent across the board. Headlining the group are massive offensive linemen: five-star OT Cooper Hackett (Fort Gibson, OK) and five-star IOL Kaeden Penny (Bixby, OK), both in-state studs who anchor what could be one of the most dominant trenches in the SEC for years to come. Their commitments signal Oklahoma's priority on building from the lines outward.
Adding explosive playmakers, the class includes four-star QB Jamison Roberts (Saraland, AL), a dynamic dual-threat signal-caller who committed during the explosive "Future Freaks" weekend; four-star TE Seneca Driver (Danville, KY), a 6-foot-6 mismatch nightmare under new position coach Jason Witten; and four-star ATH Greydon Howell (Broken Bow, OK), an in-state versatile athlete projected to thrive in the slot. Four-star WR Demare Dezeurn (Pacific Palisades, CA) and three-star WR Tra’Von Hall provide additional receiving depth, while four-star RB Keldrid Ben and three-star RB Jaxsen Stokes bolster the backfield.
Defensively, the haul is equally impressive. Five-star LB Cooper Witten (son of Jason Witten) headlines a linebacker corps that includes four-star LB Taven Epps and four-star EDGE Krew Jones. In the secondary, four-star S Jaylen Scott (Mobile, AL) and four-star CB Mikhail McCreary (San Antonio, TX) add rangy, instinctive coverage talent.
Up front, four-star DL Elija Harmon and three-star DL Deven Robertson join three-star CB Mikyal Davis to round out a ferocious unit.
The momentum behind this class is undeniable. Coming off a College Football Playoff appearance and entering the 2026 season with a preseason top-10 ranking, head coach Brent Venables has the program riding its highest wave since the Stoops era.
The "Future Freaks" junior day event delivered a historic surge, with multiple commitments—including Roberts, Scott, Driver, and Howell—highlighting Venables' staff firing on all cylinders in the SEC landscape.
Credit must go to general manager Jim Nagy, whose advanced scouting expertise—honed from years leading the Senior Bowl—has allowed Oklahoma to identify and secure elite talent early. Nagy's front-office structure has modernized roster building, emphasizing evaluation, retention, and strategic acquisition.
Combined with Venables' personal recruiting wins and the program's family atmosphere, this approach has created sustained momentum.
This high school-focused strategy pays dividends beyond the 2027 cycle. By stocking the roster with talented, developable players who can stay longer, the Sooners reduce reliance on the transfer portal.
High school recruits provide continuity and depth, allowing the portal to fill specific gaps rather than rebuild entire units—creating a more stable, championship-caliber program where SEC titles and national contention become the expectation.
With an average composite score reflecting elite quality and depth, Oklahoma's 2027 class stands as a statement: the Sooners are building something special in Norman.
The crimson and cream future has rarely looked brighter, and with more top targets potentially in play, this haul could etch its name as the program's all-time best.
Oklahoma Sooners Football 2027 Recruiting Class
- 5-Star OT Cooper Hackett
- 5-Star LB Cooper Witten
- 5-Star IOL Kaeden Penny
- 4-Star ATH Greydon Howell
- 4-Star TE Seneca Driver
- 4-Star QB Jamison Roberts
- 4-Star S Jaylen Scott
- 4-Star WR Demare Dezeurn
- 4-Star LB Taven Epps
- 4-Star EDGE Krew Jones
- 4-Star RB Keldrid Ben
- 4-Star DL Elija Harmon
- 4-Star CB Mikhail McCreary
- 3-Star DL Deven Robertson
- 3-Star CB Mikyal Davis
- 3-Star OT Luke Wilson
- 3-Star RB Jaxsen Stokes
- 3-Star WR Tra’Von Hall
- 3-Star IOL Tyson Ross