Brent Venables dipped into enemy territory to secure a boost to his defense, snagging former Oklahoma State linebacker Kendal Daniels to suit up for the Sooners next season. The 6-foot-4, 235-pounder will have one year of eligibility remaining.

It’s a major score for Oklahoma, who’s looking to add experience and versatility in the defensive trenches.

This season, Daniels was strong for the Cowboys, racking up 64 tackles and 5.5 sacks.

He was even better in 2023, posting 105 tackles, two sacks and three interceptions as a safety.

Overall he’s accumulated 240 tackles, 7.5 sacks and five interceptions in his collegiate career.

Now, he’ll look to improve in a defense that posted 848 tackles and 35 sacks this season.

Daniels checked in at No. 28 overall in the Rivals Portal rankings.

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