TOUCH DOWN FEW MINUTES AGO: Oklahoma surpasses Colorado, Miami for 4-star EDGE talent…….. view more

TOUCHDOWN FEW MINUTES AGO: Oklahoma Surpasses Colorado & Miami for 4-Star EDGE Talent

In a stunning recruiting update today, the Oklahoma Sooners have emerged victorious in the race for Jake Kreul, a 4-star EDGE prospect from IMG Academy. Oklahoma has secured his commitment, edging out strong interest from both Colorado and Miami.

 Who Is Jake Kreul?

• Position: EDGE rusher
• Class: 2026, IMG Academy (Orlando, FL)
• Ranking: 4-star recruit; considered a top-6 EDGE and top-10 Florida player by 247Sport

 What Makes Him a Big Get?

Kreul boasts exceptional size at 6′3″, 235 lbs, with elite athleticism and pass-rush prowess—an irresistible package for top-tier programs . His selection of Oklahoma marks a serious upswing in OU’s defensive recruiting.

 The Recruiting Battle

• Oklahoma: Climbed ahead with a late push, landing Kreul among their final 12 finalists .
• Colorado: Also in the final running, thanks to Coach Prime’s aggressive recruiting strategy, but ended up falling short
• Miami: As the No. 13 class nationally per On3, Miami had interest but couldn’t close the dea

 What This Means for Oklahoma

This commitment is massive for Oklahoma’s edge depth. Kreul brings five-star upside and complements existing talent like sophomore Adepoju Adebawore—also of Nigerian descent—solidifying a fierce pass rush

Bigger Picture

• Oklahoma’s Class: Continues to rise in rankings, especially on defense.
• Colorado’s Setback: Losing Kreul is a blow to Deion Sanders’ momentum, though the Buffs remain active with other EDGE targets
• Miami’s Strategy: With plenty of four-star talent already in hand, the Hurricanes now look to focus their attention elsewhere .

Final Whistle

Oklahoma’s capture of Jake Kreul, the four-star EDGE from IMG Academy, marks a major recruiting victory over Colorado and Miami. This pick not only strengthens OU’s defensive line but also signals serious ambition for the 2026 season. The Sooners have clearly made a powerful pass-rush statement.

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