As Free Agents, Undrafted Sooners Find NFL Homes

The 2025 NFL Draft concluded with two Oklahoma Sooners—linebacker Danny Stutsman and safety Billy Bowman Jr.—being selected in the fourth round. However, several other Sooners who went undrafted have secured opportunities in the NFL as undrafted free agents (UFAs). This article provides an overview of these players and their new teams.

1. Michael Tarquin – Offensive Tackle

Michael Tarquin, a 6-foot-6, 313-pound offensive tackle, began his college career at Florida before transferring to USC and then to Oklahoma. During his lone season with the Sooners, he started seven games across both tackle positions. Tarquin signed with the Carolina Panthers as a UFA and is expected to compete for a spot on the offensive line. 2. DaJon Terry – Defensive Lineman

DaJon Terry, a 6-foot, 317-pound defensive lineman, transferred to Oklahoma after stints at Kansas and Tennessee. Over his college career, he recorded 91 tackles, 17 tackles for loss, and 6.5 sacks. Terry signed with the New Orleans Saints as a UFA and will aim to bolster their defensive line depth. 3. Ethan Downs – Defensive End

Ethan Downs, a 6-foot-4, 269-pound defensive end, was invited to the NFL Scouting Combine and impressed with his bench press performance. Despite going undrafted, Downs signed with the Jacksonville Jaguars as a UFA. He will look to make an impact on their defensive front. 4. Rondell Bothroyd – Defensive End

Rondell Bothroyd, a 6-foot-3, 273-pound defensive end, transferred to Oklahoma from Wake Forest for his final college season. He started all 13 games for the Sooners, recording 25 tackles and 23 total pressures. Bothroyd signed with the Buffalo Bills as a UFA and will aim to contribute to their pass rush.5. Austin Stogner – Tight End

Austin Stogner, a 6-foot-6, 258-pound tight end, had two stints at Oklahoma, with a season at South Carolina in between. Throughout his college career, he amassed 84 receptions for 1,060 yards and 10 touchdowns. Stogner signed with the Atlanta Falcons as a UFA and will compete for a role in their offense. ()6. Justin Broiles – Safety

Justin Broiles, a six-year Sooner from Oklahoma City, finished his OU career with 182 tackles, nine tackles for loss, and three interceptions. He signed with the Chicago Bears as a UFA, bringing depth to their secondary.

7. C.J. Coldon – Cornerback

C.J. Coldon, who transferred to Oklahoma from Wyoming, led the team with four interceptions and 43 total tackles in his final season. He signed with the Minnesota Vikings as a UFA and will look to make his mark in their defensive backfield

8. Chris Murray – Offensive Lineman

Chris Murray, an offensive lineman, signed with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers as a UFA. His versatility and experience will provide depth to their offensive line.

9. Jalen Redmond – Defensive Lineman

Jalen Redmond, a defensive lineman, signed with the Kansas City Chiefs as a UFA. His athleticism and pass-rushing ability will bolster their defensive line rotation.10. Michael Turk – Punter

Michael Turk, a punter, signed with the Arizona Cardinals as a UFA. His strong leg and consistency will compete for the starting punter position. Conclusion

While the 2025 NFL Draft saw only two Oklahoma Sooners selected, several others have secured opportunities as undrafted free agents. These players will have the chance to prove themselves in training camps and preseason games, aiming to earn a spot on their respective teams’ rosters. Their journeys underscore the depth of talent within the Oklahoma football program and the potential for success at the professional level.