Jovantae Barnes
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Listed as starter
Barnes is listed as a starter for the Sooners' upcoming game Saturday against Illinois State, according to their X account.
ANALYSIS
Though the Sooners landed a big-time running back acquisition in Jaydn Ott this past summer, he is not the first-choice running back concerning their updated depth chart. Instead, the Sooners list Barnes as their RB1. During his 2024 season, he logged 700 all-purpose yards (577 rushing and 123 receiving) and six touchdowns. However, with a possibility that the depth chart does not reflect how the Sooners will use their run game, Barnes will have to impress in opportunities he does get.
Though the Sooners landed a big-time running back acquisition in Jaydn Ott this past summer, he is not the first-choice running back concerning their updated depth chart. Instead, the Sooners list Barnes as their RB1. During his 2024 season, he logged 700 all-purpose yards (577 rushing and 123 receiving) and six touchdowns. However, with a possibility that the depth chart does not reflect how the Sooners will use their run game, Barnes will have to impress in opportunities he does get.
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2023 Fantasy Outlook
Barnes is the frontrunner for what could be the best backfield in the Big 12 Conference. He was fantastic in the team’s bowl game with a career-high 108 yards. The Sooners’ top back from 2022 was Eric Gray who led the conference with 6.41 yards per carry among running backs with at least 50 attempts. Barnes will attempt to repeat that performance in collaboration with Marcus Major and Gavin Sawchuk. Expect all three backs to see some action as Oklahoma likely won’t shy away from utilizing their unique depth at the position. At least one of these guys is going to rush for over 1,000 yards and Barnes is the best bet to do so.
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Stands out in scrimmage
Barnes had a standout performance during Oklahoma's scrimmage Saturday, per Josh Calloway of 247sports.
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Ankle looking good
Barnes (ankle) is participating in Oklahoma's running back drills Monday, Jesse Crittenden of On3 reports.
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Out for spring practice
Barnes (ankle) is out for Oklahoma's spring practice, Jesse Crittenden of Rivals reports.
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Sits out bowl game as expected
Barnes (ankle) did not play in the Armed Forces Bowl versus Navy on Friday.
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Not on depth chart
Barnes (ankle) is not on the depth chart for next Friday's game versus Navy, Tom Green of 247Sports reports.
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