BREAKING NEWS: Disappointment Hits Gaylord Family – Oklahoma Memorial Stadium as Oklahoma Sooners Head Coach Brent Venables Officially Drops Notice of Resignation, Announcing He’s Going to Resign in the Coming Days
Norman, OK — A wave of shock and disappointment has struck Gaylord Family – Oklahoma Memorial Stadium and the entire college football community as Oklahoma Sooners head coach Brent Venables has officially dropped his notice of resignation, announcing that he will step down from his position in the coming days.
The announcement came early this morning through a statement released by the University of Oklahoma Athletics Department, confirming that Venables had informed university officials, players, and staff of his decision. The news immediately sent shockwaves through Sooner Nation, with fans expressing sadness and disbelief over the unexpected development.
> “After much prayer, thought, and conversation with my family, I’ve made the difficult decision to step away from my role as head coach,” Venables said. “It has been an honor to lead this program, represent this great university, and coach so many outstanding young men. The Oklahoma Sooners will always be part of who I am.”
Brent Venables, who took over as head coach in 2022 following the departure of Lincoln Riley, was widely credited with restoring discipline, toughness, and defensive identity to the Sooners program. Under his leadership, Oklahoma made significant strides in player development and defensive consistency, preparing the team for its much-anticipated move to the Southeastern Conference (SEC).
Venables’ decision to resign reportedly comes after a season filled with high expectations and intense scrutiny as the Sooners continued their transition into one of the most competitive landscapes in college football. Sources close to the program suggest that personal reasons and a desire to “recharge and refocus” played a major role in his choice.
The announcement has left both players and fans emotionally shaken. Many have taken to social media to share heartfelt tributes, praising Venables for his passion, leadership, and unwavering dedication to the Oklahoma football legacy.
University of Oklahoma President Joseph Harroz Jr. and Athletics Director Joe Castiglione both released statements expressing gratitude to Venables for his service to the university.
> “Brent Venables has given his heart and soul to the Oklahoma Sooners,” Castiglione said. “His leadership and commitment to our student-athletes have been nothing short of extraordinary. While we’re deeply saddened by his decision, we respect his wishes and wish him all the best in what lies ahead.”
Venables’ resignation, expected to take effect before the start of the 2026 college football season, marks the end of a passionate chapter for Oklahoma football. The search for his successor is expected to begin immediately, with speculation already swirling about potential candidates from within the Sooners’ coaching staff and across the NCAA landscape.
For fans in Norman and across the country, this moment represents more than just the departure of a coach — it’s the closing of a chapter built on resilience, loyalty, and belief in the crimson and cream spirit.
Stay tuned for continuing coverage and official updates as this news develops…
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