BREAKING NEWS: Oklahoma Sooners and the NCAA Community are Overjoy as former Legend Barry Sanders has Return to his former team as a senior coaching S….see more

In a stunning and heartwarming turn of events, college football legend Barry Sanders is returning to his alma mater — the Oklahoma Sooners — in a new role as Senior Coaching Consultant and Player Development Advisor, according to sources close to the program.

The announcement sent shockwaves across the NCAA community early Thursday morning, as fans flooded social media with excitement and nostalgia. Sanders, widely regarded as one of the most electrifying running backs in football history, is set to rejoin the Sooners program to mentor young athletes and strengthen the team’s offensive strategies.

“This is home for me,” Sanders said in a brief press conference outside Gaylord Family–Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. “The Sooners shaped who I am — both on and off the field. I’m honored to help the next generation of players reach their full potential.”

Head Coach Brent Venables praised the addition, calling Sanders “a once-in-a-lifetime talent and an invaluable mentor” for the Sooners’ young roster.

“Barry brings not just wisdom, but humility, discipline, and a passion for excellence,” Venables said. “Our players grew up watching his highlights — now they get to learn directly from him.”

The news quickly trended nationwide, with NCAA analysts calling it a “massive boost” for Oklahoma’s recruiting efforts and overall morale. Sports networks are already predicting that Sanders’ presence could be a game-changer for the Sooners’ running game this season.

Fans are expected to give Sanders a hero’s welcome when he’s officially introduced at halftime during Saturday’s home game against Texas Tech.