The Sooners emerged victorious over Houston, but the win came at a cost as several key players sustained injuries during the hard-fought contest. This injury update provides details on the status of Gentry Williams, Jake Taylor, and other injured Sooners.
The Oklahoma Sooners overcame a spirited Houston Cougars team on Saturday, securing a narrow 16-12 triumph at Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. However, the victory was tempered by several injuries sustained by key players during the physical encounter.
One of the most concerning injuries is that of quarterback Gentry Williams, who left the game in the first quarter with an undisclosed injury. Williams, who started the game under center, was replaced by backup Davis Beville, who guided the Sooners to the win. The severity of Williams' injury is unknown at this time, and his availability for future games is uncertain.
Injury Report: Oklahoma Football Survives Houston with Key Players Hobbled
Another key player who suffered an injury is linebacker Jake Taylor. Taylor, a leader of the Sooners' defense, left the game in the second half with a shoulder injury. The extent of his injury is also unknown, and his status for next week's game against Kansas is in question.
In addition to Williams and Taylor, several other Sooners were injured during the game. Running back Eric Gray sustained an ankle injury, while wide receiver Marvin Mims suffered a shoulder injury. Both players were able to return to the game, but their health will be monitored throughout the week.
On the defensive side, linebacker Danny Stutsman and defensive back Key Lawrence both left the game with injuries. The severity of their injuries is unknown, but they are expected to undergo further evaluation.
The Sooners' medical staff will be working diligently to assess the severity of these injuries and determine the availability of the affected players for next week's game against Kansas. The health of these key contributors will be crucial for the Sooners as they look to build on their 3-0 start to the season.
The Sooners are scheduled to face the Kansas Jayhawks on Saturday, September 24th, at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. The game will be televised on ESPN+ at 11:00 AM CST.
