Could Oklahoma football pursue Clemson transfer defensive tackle?

The Oklahoma Sooners appear to be in the middle of their defensive line. Gracen Halton has had a breakout year. Jayden Jackson has earned a starting role as a true freshman. Damonic Williams returns for another year. And then there’s former five-star defensive tackle David Stone, who will be asked to contribute more in 2025.

That’s a nice four-man rotation for the Sooners at defensive tackle. They also have Markus Strong, who didn’t play much in 2024, but when he did play, he showed an edge that Todd Bates can develop further. Oklahoma brought in four-star defensive tackle Trent Wilson, who also brings a lot of potential to the position.

However, the Sooners could add another big body to the middle of the defense via the transfer portal. Former Clemson four-star defensive tackle Tre Williams is reportedly entering the portal, according to Pete Nakos of On3.

Williams was recruited by Todd Bates and Brent Venables and spent five years with the Clemson Tigers. As a college graduate, he would be entitled to one more year. He would be another veteran in the middle of the Sooners’ defense, filling the void left by the departing Da’Jon Terry.

In 2024, Williams recorded 14 total tackles, three tackles for loss and two sacks in just 303 snaps. He was a key figure in the defense that allowed the ACC champion Tigers 23.4 points per game.

Both of Williams’ sacks came in Clemson’s College Football Playoff loss to the Texas Longhorns.

He’s an experienced player familiar with Brent Venables’ system and could add to what the Sooners try to do on defense in 2025.

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