Sooners top 2027 class looking to explode with nearing wave of defensive commitments

Jeff Blake-Imagn ImagesThe Oklahoma Sooners' 2027 recruiting class is already in the lead, but they're looking to run up the score. Or, based on what's coming, not let anyone else score.

Rivals and On3 recruiting expert Steve Wiltfong recently logged predictions for a staggering five defensive recruits to soon commit to the Sooners' 2027 class that's already No. 1 in the country, according to the 247Sports Composite Team Rankings, with 11 early commitments. The projected pledges could come as soon as this weekend with the momentum of the No. 8 Sooners hosting No. 9 Alabama for a rematch in the first round of the College Football Playoff.

Oklahoma predicted to gain 5 defensive commitments to…