Wow. When I grow up I want to be Caleb Williams. I mean seriously. I had no idea about him taking eleven classes at one time. That’s sick and that comes from a guy who worked his way through college in six years going to night school. and being so tired at times I fell asleep in some classes.
That was the first thing which struck me in this interview which was Caleb’s first real public exposure since Lincoln Riley doesn’t allow freshmen to be available to the media.
This young man has more self vision and confidence than I can ever remember in a young athlete.
Plus…he’s smart and articulate to the point you have to keep reminding yourself he’s a college freshman.
When he really had me though was when he mentioned Drew Bledsoe going down with the Patriots and Tom Brady never relinquishing his position from that opportunity moving forward.
I didn’t even know young guys like Caleb even rememebered who Drew Bledsoe was in relation to the history of Tom Brady.
So impressive.
Obviously…I’m an OU fan and I’d love for Caleb to stay two more years in Norman. But if he does decide to move on then I’ll respect his decision and be a fan of his regardless.
I don’t mean this to sound cold…but OU’s last national championship came with Josh Huepel transferring in as a juco. And basically jucos then are what transfer portal players are in today’s college football landscape.
In 2005, Bob Stoops had to remove national top recruit Rhet Bomar and replace him with Paul Thompson. That 2006 OU team with Paul Thompson to this day remains one of my favorite OU teams of all-time… even with the heartbreak in the Boise game.
So…I hope Caleb stays. But if he doesn’t… I’m certain with OU’s storied quarterback history which was was already in place with Josh Huepel, Jason White, Paul Thompson, Sam Bradford, Landry Jones, Trevor Knight, Baker Mayfield, and Kyler Murray that there would be someone out there who’d love to play quarterback for the Sooners next season if Caleb opts out….maybe Bo Nix. Maybe someone who’s been laying low waiting until Caleb’s announcement.
OU’s schedule is very favorable next season. With Iowa State and O State losing a lot on their defensive units I would think whoever plays QB in Norman next season will have a memorable season given how the 2022 recruiting class has held up.
I hope Caleb stays, but if he doesn’t I’ll still be a fan.
This kid is lit, absolutely lit.
Jeremiah Hall is excellent as a podcast host. I’m guessing his future beyond football includes broadcasting of some type. Good luck, JH. Same to Brayden who I expect to be back next season as OU’s tight end.
And good luck to Spencer Rattler and Austin Stogner at South Carolina. Great choices by you two guys to play for Shane Beamer who I think at the end of the day was Joe C’s second name on his list after Brent Venables.
It’s a great day to be a Sooner fan.
BOOMER!