Top five Oklahoma Sooners football players of all time

Ranking the top Oklahoma Sooners football players of all time is subjective. These players are celebrated for their exceptional contributions to the Oklahoma Sooners football program and have left a lasting legacy.

Here’s a list that reflects some of the 5 most influential and talented players in the program’s history:

5. Baker Mayfield (QB, 2015-2017)

Mayfield won the Heisman Trophy in 2017 and led the Sooners to multiple Big 12 Championships and College Football Playoff appearances.

4. Billy Sims (RB, 1975-1979)

Sims won the Heisman Trophy in 1978 and was a two-time consensus All-American. He is one of the most electrifying running backs in Oklahoma history.

3. Lee Roy Selmon (DE, 1972-1975)  

Selmon was a dominant defensive force, winning the Lombardi Award and the Outland Trophy in 1975. He was a consensus All-American and helped lead the Sooners to back-to-back national championships in 1974 and 1975.

2. Steve Owens (RB, 1967-1969)

Owens won the Heisman Trophy in 1969 and was a two-time All-American. He set numerous school records during his time at Oklahoma.

1. Adrian Peterson (RB, 2004-2006)

Peterson is considered one of the best running backs in college football history. He set the NCAA freshman rushing record and was a consensus All-American. His blend of power, speed, and agility made him a standout player.