Oklahoma Lands Explosive 4-Star Recruit for 2027 Offense

Athlete Greydon Howell chooses Sooners over other top programs

Published on Mar. 8, 2026

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The Oklahoma Sooners have added another top recruit to their 2027 class, securing a commitment from four-star athlete Greydon Howell. Howell, who is from Broken Bow, Oklahoma, chose the Sooners over offers from Oklahoma State, Miami, Penn State, Stanford, and Arkansas.

Why it matters

Oklahoma has been dominant on the recruiting trail, securing the top-ranked 2027 class according to 247Sports. Landing in-state talents like Howell and other top Oklahoma prospects helps the Sooners maintain their status as one of the premier programs in the Big 12 and nationally.

The details

Howell is a versatile athlete who excelled at quarterback, passing for 2,817 yards and 27 touchdowns while rushing for 1,514 yards and 20 scores this past season. He is expected to play wide receiver for the Sooners. Rivals ranks Howell as the 13th best athlete in the nation and 425th overall, while 247Sports has him as a three-star and 25th best athlete.

  • Howell committed to Oklahoma after visiting the school over the weekend.
  • The Sooners open their 2026 season on September 5 against UTEP.

The players

Greydon Howell

A four-star athlete from Broken Bow, Oklahoma who committed to play for the Oklahoma Sooners in 2027.

Brent Venables

The head football coach of the Oklahoma Sooners, who has led the program's strong recruiting efforts for the 2027 class.

Kaeden Penny

The top-ranked player in the state of Oklahoma for the 2027 class, who has also committed to play for the Sooners.

Cooper Hackett

The third-ranked player in Oklahoma for 2027, who has also pledged to join the Sooners.

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What they’re saying

“Greydon Howell is a dynamic playmaker who will be a great addition to our offense. We're excited to have him join the Sooner family.”

— Brent Venables, Head Football Coach, Oklahoma Sooners

What’s next

The Sooners will look to continue building on their top-ranked 2027 recruiting class as they prepare for the upcoming 2026 season, which opens on September 5 against UTEP.

The takeaway

Oklahoma's ability to keep top in-state talent like Greydon Howell home is a testament to the program's recruiting prowess under Brent Venables. Landing explosive playmakers like Howell will be crucial as the Sooners aim to maintain their status as one of the premier programs in the Big 12 and nationally.