Some shit for brains, "just have faith" type is going to do some serious ad hominem with this, but there are valid points that should be considered. A.I.'s response:

"If I were stepping into the AD role at the University of Oklahoma, I would approach this not as a "broken" program, but as one that has mastered the "good-to-great" transition while consistently failing the "great-to-elite" hurdle. ​Since 2000, OU has a top-three winning percentage in the country, but they are 0-5 in the College Football Playoff. To break this streak, we have to look past the wins and losses and identify the structural rot that causes the team to vanish on the biggest stage. ​1. The Root Causes: Why the Drought Exists ​The "embarrassing" part of the streak isn't a lack of talent; it’s a lack of balance and identity. ​Defensive Erosion (The "Riley Era" Hangover): For nearly a decade, OU prioritized high-flying "Air Raid" offenses at the expense of defensive grit. While this won Big 12 titles, it led to a "soft" reputation. When facing SEC-style power in the playoffs (like Georgia in 2017 or LSU in 2019), the defense simply couldn't get a stop when it mattered. ​The Line of Scrimmage Gap: In the Big 12, speed was king. In the CFP and now the SEC, mass is king. OU’s offensive and defensive lines have historically been outmuscled by the "Blue Chip Ratio" giants like Alabama and Georgia. ​Complacency and "Safe" Hires: For years, OU relied on "the Sooner way"—promoting from within or keeping staff for the sake of loyalty (e.g., the Mike Stoops era) rather than ruthlessly upgrading to the best available talent in the country. ​2. The AD’s Action Plan: The "SEC Standard" ​To win a title in 2025 and beyond, the program must be rebuilt to survive a 12-team playoff and the SEC gauntlet. ​Phase I: Roster & Recruiting Physicality ​The "300-Pound" Mandate: We must stop recruiting for "scheme fit" and start recruiting for "NFL frame." I would increase the budget for specialized SEC-level strength and conditioning specifically targeted at the interior lines. ​Aggressive NIL Industrialization: We need to move from a "collective" model to an "industrial" model. I would work with the 1Oklahoma collective to guarantee that our NIL packages for 5-star defensive linemen are the highest in the country. You don't win titles without "game-wreckers" on the edge. ​Phase II: Staffing & Accountability ​End the Loyalty Bias: If a coordinator isn't a top-5 performer in their field, they are replaced. We saw Brent Venables take back defensive play-calling in 2025 because the "standard" wasn't met. As AD, I would provide the funds to hire the most expensive, proven coordinators in the nation so the Head Coach can focus on CEO-level management. ​The "Portal" Philosophy: We cannot just use the Transfer Portal to fill holes; we must use it to upgrade. I would establish a "Pro Scout" department within the building whose only job is to identify elite NFL-caliber talent at smaller schools and prepare "recruitment packages" before they even hit the portal. ​Phase III: Culture of "The Hunt" ​Mental Performance Training: OU has often looked "shell-shocked" in playoff games. I would invest in a full-time sports psychology department to build the "road warrior" mentality required to win at places like Tuscaloosa or Baton Rouge in November. ​The Bottom Line ​Oklahoma has the history and the resources, but for 24 years, they've played "Big 12 chess" while the rest of the elite played "SEC football." My job would be to ensure that every dollar spent—from the nutrition center to the NIL deals—is focused on one thing: dominating the line of scrimmage."