Can Fixing the Run Game Make Oklahoma a Championship Contender?

Can fixing the run game turn Oklahoma into a true Championship Contender? In this episode of Champion Standard, Rob and Brad break down the biggest takeaways from spring camp — and it all comes back to one thing: the run game. Because here’s the reality… Oklahoma just won 10 games and made a playoff run — with a run game that actually got worse. So what happens if they finally fix it? We dive into: Why the run game regressed from 2024 to 2025 How pass protection improvements masked deeper issues The “no excuses” pressure on the offensive line Whether OU’s offseason moves actually solve the problem And ultimately… if THIS is the missing piece to a national title run This isn’t just a spring recap — this is a reality check on OU’s championship ceiling. 💬 “There is no excuse… you have to have a better run game.” 💬 “Our run game actually got worse from 24 to 25.” If Oklahoma takes the next step… it starts in the trenches.