MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. -- Baker Mayfield called out last year's Russell Athletic Bowl broadcast.
Samaje Perine noted Clemson’s defense isn’t as good this season.
And Zack Sanchez semi-scoffed at the so-called athleticism of Tigers quarterback Deshaun Watson.
The Sooners brought their helmets and pads to South Beach but didn’t forget to pack those elephantine chips on their shoulders, either.
“We gotta show the world Oklahoma is back,” Oklahoma defensive end Charles Tapper said. “That we’re back (to) dominating.”
Such bluster and bravado has taken the Sooners this far -- all the way to the College Football Playoff Semifinal at the Capital One Orange Bowl for a rematch of last season's bowl game with Clemson.