ITYT: Quinn Ewers’ Heisman odds, Brent Venables contract extension

OU extended Venables after year 2…what does this mean for the Red River Rivalry? Quinn Ewers has the second highest odds to win the Heisman. Who is better positioned? Joe Cook, Charlie Williams and Ian Boyd discuss the latest Saturday roundtable.

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Oklahoma head coach Brent Venables received a six-year contract extension, securing his tenure through the 2029 season. The move is intended to maintain stability within the program, especially with the upcoming transition to the SEC.

Venables and Sarkisian’s contract extensions through 2030 affect recruiting battles, especially 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 financials reflect Oklahoma’s commitment to stability without giving Venables a significant raise despite mixed performance.

The expansion sets the stage for a continued intense rivalry between Texas and Oklahoma. Both programs are expected to compete fiercely on the field and in recruiting, reminiscent of the historic coaching battles between Mack Brown and Bob Stoops.

The panel discusses various Heisman candidates, with a focus on Quinn Ewers, who ranks second among SEC contenders. The significance of scoring plays, team narratives and individual performances in the Heisman bid is emphasized.

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