Spring football activities are ramping up around the country, and before long, we'll see the pads go back on and get a glimpse of the 2025 version of Oklahoma.
That's hardly the only focus of the coaching staff, though, as they've got to be thinking beyond that, too, with the 2026 recruiting cycle about to hit full stride.
It won't be long before the commitments start to pour in across the country, and Oklahoma is in play for several intriguing prospects in the class.
In our new Friday Film Room series, I'll take a dive into the film on some of the Sooners' biggest targets and commits to give the reader a better understanding of what OU's staff might see in a kid.
Previous Weeks: Mason James, Kaydin Jones, Jaden O'Neal
This week, we keep things rolling with 2026 edge defender Jake Kreul.
TALE OF THE TAPE
MEASURABLES
According to the Rivals database, Kreul checks in at 6-foot-3, 230 pounds, and just before this evaluation, reportedly dominated testing—including a 4.1-second shuttle run—at IMG Academy Pro Day. Kreul is an elite four-star prospect, ranked as the No. 3 edge in the class and the No. 4 player in the state of Florida.
2024 SEASON STATISTICS
39 tackles, six sacks, 11 QB hurries
OTHER NOTABLE OFFERS
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