# Oklahoma locks down 2028 in-state tight end star

> Bixby's Connor Arant commits to the Sooners, choosing Norman over Alabama and Ohio State in a major recruiting win.
- Title: Oklahoma locks down 2028 in-state tight end star | Shortify
- Summary: Bixby's Connor Arant commits to the Sooners, choosing Norman over Alabama and Ohio State in a major recruiting win. Oklahoma is successfully keeping top…
- Keywords: oklahoma sooners, connor arant, bixby, class of 2028, recruiting, tight end, jason witten, alabama, ohio state, norman, sports, Oklahoma
- Source: Oklahoma Sooners On SI — https://si.com/college/oklahoma/football/oklahoma-lands-class-of-2028-in-state-star-01m2kq7zv8z6
- Published: 2026-09-15T23:47:05+00:00
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- Topics: oklahoma sooners, connor arant, bixby, class of 2028, recruiting, tight end, jason witten, alabama, ohio state, norman, sports
## Oklahoma lands 2028 in-state star
Bixby tight end Connor Arant commits to the Sooners for the 2028 class. He chose Oklahoma over Alabama and Ohio State.
## Arant's impressive physical profile
The tight end stands 6-foot-5 and weighs 225 pounds. He's a standout player for Oklahoma high school powerhouse Bixby.
## Two-way threat on the field
Last year Arant caught seven passes for 129 yards and six touchdowns. On defense, he recorded 23 tackles, three for loss, two sacks, and forced a fumble.
## Strong recruiting rankings
Rivals rates Arant as a 3-star recruit and the No. 2 player in Oklahoma for 2028. 247Sports' Composite has him as a 4-star and No. 4 in the state.
## Building the 2028 class
Arant joins 4-star quarterback Trey Tagliaferri in Oklahoma's 2028 recruiting class. The Sooners are assembling strong future talent.
## Witten's recruiting success
New tight ends coach Jason Witten has hit the ground running. He already landed 5-star 2027 prospect Seneca Driver from Kentucky.
## Driver's elite status
The 6-6, 234-pound Driver is rated the No. 39 overall player in the 2027 class. He's the No. 4 tight end nationally per 247Sports Composite.
## Tight ends already making impact
Rocky Beers led Oklahoma with six catches for 94 yards against Michigan. He was the second-highest graded offensive player per Pro Football Focus.
## Key takeaway

Oklahoma is successfully keeping top in-state talent home, landing highly-rated 2028 tight end Connor Arant over major national programs.