The Oklahoma Sooners could have to take on Alabama shorthanded on Saturday, especially on defense.
The initial SEC Availability Report on Wednesday had two defensive line starters listed as questionable for OU in defensive end R Mason Thomas and defensive tackle Jayden Jackson. Thomas' name was expected to be on there after injuring his quad against Tennessee, but Jackson was a surprise addition.
There was good news, though, with starting MIKE linebacker Kobie McKinzie, wide receiver Keontez Lewis and offensive tackle Derek Simmons listed as probable and expected to play.
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Brent Venables on CFP position
Much was been argued about the Sooners' position in the race to make the College Football Playoff, but you won't hear any complaints from OU head coach Brent Venables.