Former Dallas Cowboys tight end Jason Witten has opened up about his whirlwind first week as the new offensive coordinator at the University of Oklahoma. Witten, who retired from the NFL in 2020, was hired by the Sooners earlier this month and has been immersing himself in the program's offensive scheme and meeting with players and staff.
The 41-year-old Witten, a four-time All-Pro and 11-time Pro Bowler, brings extensive playing experience but is new to coaching at the collegiate level. He described the past week as a rapid adjustment period, focusing on learning the roster, installing his offensive philosophy, and building relationships with the coaching staff.
Oklahoma head coach Brent Venables praised Witten's football IQ and leadership qualities, noting that his transition has been smooth despite the compressed timeline. The Sooners are set to begin spring practices later this month, giving Witten his first on-field opportunity to implement his system.
