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Trent Wilson 'Became a Dude' This Spring, What Does That Mean for Oklahoma's Defensive Line?
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Trent Wilson 'Became a Dude' This Spring, What Does That Mean for Oklahoma's Defensive Line?

Oklahoma Sooners On SI·Carson Field·about 1 month ago
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NORMAN — The absences of Jayden Jackson and David Stone throughout spring ball allowed Trent Wilson to speed up his development. Wilson, an incoming redshirt freshman defensive tackle , appeared in only three games as a true freshman in 2025.  Jackson and Stone — both entering their junior seasons — had to miss the entirety of spring practice because of injuries. That gave Wilson, still an underclassman, the chance to act like a veteran. And according to OU coach Brent Venables , Wilson made the most of his opportunity. “(Stone) and (Jackson), not being able to be out there this spring really helped Trent Wilson become a dude,” Venables said. Stone and Jackson will undoubtedly be the Sooners’ two starting defensive tackles when they get healthy. As a sophomore in 2025, Stone logged 42 tackles, eight tackles for loss, 1.5 sacks, four quarterback hurries and a pass breakup. Jackson registered 28 tackles, five tackles for loss and three sacks being limited in a few of OU’s games late in the season.…

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