First, Oklahoma convinced coach Lincoln Riley to turn down NFL overtures with a contract extension. Then, Riley convinced Alabama transfer quarterback Jalen Hurts to join him in Norman.
With Riley and Hurts in tow, Oklahoma is once again primed for a run to the College Football Playoff.
The Sooners do have to revamp the offensive line. And major questions remain on the defense despite a regime change.
But with Hurts now running Riley's show, the Sooners should feature a playoff-caliber offensive attack yet again.
2018 record: 12-2 (8-1 Big 12)
Spring practice start date: TBA
Spring game: April 13
Strength heading into spring: The Sooners will feature two of the premier pass-catchers in the country in wide receiver CeeDee Lamb and tight end Grant Calcaterra, both of whom figure to garner preseason All-America attention.