In the buildup to the Alamo Bowl, Oklahoma coach Brent Venables praised the growth of freshman quarterback Jackson Arnold, emphasizing his consistency during bowl preparation. Arnold's debut as a starter coincided with Seth Littrell's first game as Oklahoma's offensive coordinator, marking a new chapter for the Sooners. Arizona, wary of Oklahoma's offensive changes, prepared to face an unpredictable opponent. Analysts and fans alike noted Arnold's increasing comfort and impressive plays, including a notable touchdown pass to Nic Anderson. Despite early turnovers, Oklahoma led the game, with Arnold's performance heating up after a slow start. The matchup was seen as the beginning of a promising era for Arnold, whose first completion was a sign of his settling in, and the potential of his partnership with Anderson was highlighted. Arnold's performance also sparked discussions about his potential to contend for a Heisman in the future.
Jackson Arnold is going to contend for a Heisman at his time at Oklahoma. He's a complete stud.
Oklahoma true freshman QB Jackson Arnold on fire after a slow start in the Alamo Bowl The SEC is going to be loaded at QB next season https://t.co/o2A6nyCSGQ
Jackson Arnold can sling it. Going to be fun to watch him for the next couple of years.
Not very hard to see it in Jackson Arnold. Going to be an interesting offseason in Norman.
Brenen Thompson and Jaquaize Pettaway in at WR on the Sooners' first series after halftime.
3 turnovers in the 1st half and OU is….winning. https://t.co/5LToYUjaCZ
Jackson Arnold finds Nic Anderson for a 10 Yard TD Going to see a lot of this duo in 2024🗣️ https://t.co/cmsVJWNUzU
Tremendous throw by Jackson Arnold. Not entirely sure any feet were down, but also hard to see that they weren't.
I'm not sure how Jackson Arnold got that throw off. And I'm doubly not sure how Nic Anderson stayed inbounds for that touchdown catch. But, if that holds up, sheeeesh
Man, that was quite a play there from Jackson Arnold throwing against his body but is there any way Nic Anderson got his feet down?
Don't lose sight of that throw from Jackson Arnold on that play. He's getting more and more comfortable. https://t.co/sOQ6yV5WMK
ZONA PICKS OFF THE SOONERS That’s TWO turnovers for Oklahoma in the first quarter.
Tawee Walker enters into the Sooners' backfield on the third series. OU approaching midfield after that completion to Drake Stoops.
Sooners are getting tons of pressure and it's beginning to off with Trace Ford providing plenty of juice. Jackson Arnold and the offense on for series No. 3 momenentarily.
Jackson Arnold's first completion goes to Nic Anderson short of the first down. Luke Elzinga on to punt now. Surprised we've only seen one hand off to Gavin Sawchuk. Arnold still settling in.
Your new snapping partnership between Sooners QB Jackson Arnold and center Troy Everett. Peep the pass rush move from OC Seth Littrell in white. https://t.co/eJV4ZEjGq7
The Sooners’ Alamo Bowl QBs with Jackson Arnold, Davis Beville (headed to the portal) and General Booty all suited up and warming up in San Antonio. https://t.co/95sz2KH3EH
-A Jackson Arnold bowl week anecdote from McKade Mettauer -Words from Brent Venables and Seth Littrell on the Sooners' freshman QB -Insight into how first-time starting quarterbacks have fared in bowl games lately It's all in this pre-Alamo Bowl read: https://t.co/7hdAWkcSU6 https://t.co/TKNH84Rw3c
Noah Fifita and the Arizona Wildcats play Oklahoma tonight in the Alamo Bowl. Fifita is one of nation's best young quarterbacks. He has prepared for this moment his whole life -- actually before. (Subscribe $1 month/12 months) https://t.co/KYJxCJjafw
Jackson Arnold and Seth Littrell learned the Sooner offense together; now they’re the quarterback and offensive coordinator, respectively, launching an OU era in the Alamo Bowl. @JenniCarlson_OK and I preview OU/Arizona before tonight's game. https://t.co/gElFogR1iL https://t.co/6bdP09fS8y
OU’s Jackson Arnold era begins in the Alamo Bowl vs. Arizona @JenniCarlson_OK and I discussed what we hope to see from Arnold tonight in the Alamo Bowl. https://t.co/gElFogR1iL https://t.co/NUp0BhAZR3
Get set for tonight’s Alamo Bowl by listening to the OU-Arizona preview on the latest @OK_Breakdown: Apple: https://t.co/xtPkUMihgy Spotify: https://t.co/JxnYsE5BpN
Before @ArizonaFBall hired @CoachJeddFisch it was clear that he had a vision for the program. Been a blast watching them build this team in a meaningful & powerful way. Should be a blast to watch them tonight. Coach Aliotti & I preview the Alamo Bowl https://t.co/4ESAhwWKHy
SAN ANTONIO — @Eddie_Rado and I with another #Sooners report from the Alamo Bowl: https://t.co/xqKOXV9vmV https://t.co/MuLpdkKjWV
Oklahoma's offensive changes -- a new offensive coordinator in Seth Littrell and a first-time starting QB in Jackson Arnold -- have Arizona wary of "chasing ghosts" in preparation for the Alamo Bowl https://t.co/FMaFH0g00m https://t.co/oR2H4Fhj2O
Brent Venables stated that Arizona “might be the best opponent we’ve seen all year” in Wednesday's Alamo Bowl press conference. @GuerinEmig and @ByEliLederman break down that bold Venables statement, talk Jackson Arnold's debut, and more: ⬇️ https://t.co/AtWBwdyri1
Brent Venables said plenty on Jackson Arnold's growth over the last month but this is the only quote you need to see: "He's been around the game since he came out of his momma's womb."
#Sooners coach Brent Venables says consistency has been one of Jackson Arnold's biggest areas of growth during bowl prep
In this episode, @MizShelbyK and I preview the Alamo Bowl. Players to watch, how Arizona can win, the approach going into the game, all of it. https://t.co/5ZGpiDwDKS
The Alamo Bowl is the end of Oklahoma’s season and the start of a new chapter — the opening act of OC Seth Littrell and QB Jackson Arnold’s now-intertwined stories. “Like I told him, we're both getting our 1st start together… No one better to do it with” https://t.co/mK9pZyMasf https://t.co/ltCCGUSRfP