WHAT IS UP SOONER NATION! Casey Mallon here, and you are officially in a Sooner State of Mind!

This week’s episode dives deep into Oklahoma’s statement win, the rise of John Mateer at quarterback, and why Jaren Kanak looks like the next big thing at tight end. From Brent Venables’ defense tightening up in the second half, to Tory Blaylock’s punishing runs and injury update, we’re breaking down every angle of the Sooners’ early season storylines.

Then, we shift to one of the biggest showdowns in college football: #15 Michigan vs. #18 Oklahoma. We revisit the history of these two blue blood programs—nearly 2,800 combined games, 19 national championships, 10 Heisman winners, and over 800 NFL draft picks—and preview what’s at stake this Saturday. Michigan’s five-star freshman QB Bryce Underwood brings NFL traits, while Oklahoma’s offense showed chemistry and explosiveness in Week 1. Can the Sooners slow down Justice Haynes and the Wolverines’ rushing attack?

We also spotlight players to watch, including Kendal Daniels, Gentry Williams, and Isaiah Sategna, who feels destined to break a huge return in a big game. Plus, we take a national look at Week 2, from Texas’ shocking stumble to FSU’s defensive dominance, and give a rundown of other marquee matchups across the SEC and beyond.

If you love Oklahoma football, the SEC, and the College Football Playoff race, this episode is packed with analysis, history, and passion you won’t want to miss.

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Because right now, Sooner Nation, we are ALL in a Sooner State of Mind.