NORMAN, Okla. -- Lincoln Riley completely transformed Oklahoma's offense during his first season in charge.
The second-year offensive coordinator turned the Sooners into a balanced, explosive attack that had the ability to exploit any weakness in opposing defenses. Quarterback Baker Mayfield became the Big 12's most feared trigger man, often keeping plays and drives alive with his feet, while running back Samaje Perine continued to be the punishing force that made defensive backs quiver when he broke into the secondary.
All told, Oklahoma finished in the top 10 among Power 5 teams in points per drive (2.