With just nine days left until the start of the early signing period, Oklahoma coach Brent Venables needs to hit the ground running in his new job. There may be no more important recruiting job than one right on campus in Norman: assuring quarterback Caleb Williams that staying with Oklahoma is the best thing for his future.
Speaking to the media, Venables acknowledged the importance of keeping Williams in crimson and cream.
"I have spoken to Caleb," Venables said, via John E. Hoover of All Sooners. "Reached out to him and his father yesterday.