Mark Clayton on OU Offseason, Cramps & Choosing the Sooners | Nick’s Right Podcast Ep. 10 Pt. 2

In Part 2 of Episode 10, OU legend Mark Clayton (2000–2004; Baltimore Ravens, St. Louis Rams) opens up about his early days as a Sooner and the incredible journey that took him from 3rd-string high school quarterback to one of the most memorable receivers in program history.We dive into:Patriot Mobile sponsor spotlight: why they stand out with priority access across AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile. Visit 👉 www.patriotmobile.com and use code NRP for your first month free when you bring your own device.Mark’s first Oklahoma offseason, the shock of Jerry Schmidt’s workouts, and what it’s like to experience a full-body cramp so severe he needed IV treatment.Going from a 4.74 forty and struggling with 135 lbs. to running a 4.40 at the NFL combine.Why OU recruited him out of Sam Houston High in Arlington, TX—despite being undersized—and how his suddenness and hands set him apart.Facing off against Texas high school greats like BJ Johnson and Roy Williams, and how that rivalry carried into the OU–Texas matchups.The recruiting process: why Brent Venables’ tenacity and family ties to Oklahoma City convinced him to choose OU over other major programs.Reflections on the Big 12 battles, losses to Kansas State, and how the Lockett family dynasty kept haunting the Sooners.It’s football grit, faith, and raw honesty about what it takes to go from overlooked to NFL-ready.👉 Subscribe for more Sooners stories, NFL insights, and faith-driven conversations.