The Sooners' victory in Knoxville gives them confidence that they can find similar success in another hostile SEC environment in Tuscaloosa.

The Oklahoma Sooners continued their dominance on the recruiting trail, signing the No. 1 class in college softball for the 2026 recruiting cycle. Oklahoma signed six players, including the No. 1 player in the state of Oklahoma, Hawaii, and Arizona, the No. 2 player in California, and the No. 3 player in Texas.

Oklahoma faces Alabama in a crucial matchup for playoff hopes. Discover why OU's elite pass rush and Mateer's mobility could give the Sooners an edge against the Tide's offensive limitations. Learn key factors that may favor Oklahoma in this high-stakes SEC showdown.

Pollack sees a path for the Sooners to take down the Crimson Tide, but can he actually pick them to prevail in Tuscaloosa?

Will Ty Simpson and Alabama beat Oklahoma in a pivotal Week 12 game? ESPN SP+ predicts the final score of Crimson Tide's matchup with the Sooners.

Alabama and Oklahoma both have prominent defensive starters listed on the initial Availability report prior to their Week 12 showdown in Tuscaloosa.

OU ranks 66th in red zone defense, but of the 16 red zone scores allowed, the Sooners have forced opponents to settle for a field goal eight times. Repelling Alabama is easier said than done, largely because quarterback Ty Simpson keeps the Crimson Tide ahead of the chains.

Fox Sports college football analyst Joel Klatt says Oklahoma is a 'really bad matchup' for Alabama in Saturday's top 10 showdown.