Oklahoma fans experienced their first shock of the transfer cycle with linebacker Kobie McKinzie's plans to enter the Transfer Portal for the first time in his career once it officially opens on Jan. 2. Come next season, fans will have to get used to seeing McKinzie in something other than a crimson and cream jersey, unless the Sooners manage to change to his mind.
McKinzie had been with the Sooners since signing with the 2022 class and was a contributor on defense the last three seasons, including 10 starts. He started the first eight games of the season this year at middle linebacker before losing the job to breakout star Owen Heinecke.