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Oklahoma Sooners: Ryan Fodje Stays In Game Due to Depth Issues
Oklahoma coach Brent Venables missed press conference after Ryan Fodje's injury limited him but stayed in game due to lack of depth.
In brief
Oklahoma coach Brent Venables missed press conference after Ryan Fodje's injury limited him but stayed in game due to lack of depth. Oklahoma's Ryan Fodje remained in game despite injury due to offensive line depth concerns, with coaches deciding to remove him after he became ineffective. Originally reported by…
Oklahoma Coach Absent
Oklahoma coach Brent Venables skipped Tuesday press conference after losing to Kentucky 21-13.
Venables Sick with Flu
Athletic department spokesman said Venables was sick with flu-like symptoms.
Todd Bates Steps In
Defensive tackles coach Todd Bates replaced Venables after offensive coordinator Ben Arbuckle's session.
Ryan Fodje Injury Impact
Ryan Fodje's injury limited him but coaches kept him in game due to offensive line depth concerns.
Fodje's Post-Injury Struggles
Ben Arbuckle said Ryan Fodje's post-injury struggles weren't a communication breakdown.
Fodje's Status Unclear
Fodje's status for Saturday's game and moving forward is unclear with SEC availability report Wednesday.
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Oklahoma defense has been one of nation's best with 260.7 yards per game allowed.
Firemen Group Text
Oklahoma defense group text called 'The Firemen' reflects their fireman mentality.
Bates on Venables
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Tory Blaylock Progress
Tory Blaylock ran for 23 yards against Kentucky after preseason injury setback.
Blaylock's Season Progress
Blaylock is starting to look like the player he was last season with 480 yards and four touchdowns.
Oklahoma Running Game
Oklahoma needs a big spark in running game with Lloyd Avant leading with 267 yards.
Here's the gist
Oklahoma's Ryan Fodje remained in game despite injury due to offensive line depth concerns, with coaches deciding to remove him after he became ineffective.
