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OU Secures Top DFW Talent for 2026: Meet the Future Stars!
November 13, 2025
Meet OU's 2026 top recruits from DFW: Noah Best, Ryder Mix, and star quarterback Bowe Bentley. See the future of OU football!
The University of Oklahoma strategically targets the DFW market to enhance their football program, and the 2026 class is a testament to this effort. Among the notable commits are Noah Best, a 3-star offensive guard from Midlothian who ranks third among Texas's interior O-line prospects for 2026. Ryder Mix, a versatile tight end from Lone Star, offers unmatched route running and superb catching abilities. Lastly, Bowe Bentley, a 4-star quarterback from Celina, has already made his mark by winning MVP of the 2024 4A state Championship game and securing the TSWA Class 4A offensive player of the year award. This trio of athletes signifies OU’s commitment to reclaiming football supremacy, highlighting their strategy to recruit significant talent from the highly competitive DFW area.
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