The Oklahoma Sooners have had 123 players selected in the NFL Draft since 2000, ranking among the top college football programs. Up to 10 Sooners could be drafted in 2026, with R Mason Thomas and Gracen Halton projected to go in the second round.
Key points
Oklahoma Sooners have 123 NFL Draft picks since 2000
Up to 10 Sooners could be drafted in 2026
R Mason Thomas and Gracen Halton are top prospects
2026 NFL Draft starts on April 23 at 7 p.m. CT
Brent Venables era has not yet produced significant NFL draft selections
Oklahoma SoonersR Mason ThomasGracen Halton
The Oklahoma Sooners have been one of the more prolific programs at putting players into the NFL. They've had 123 players selected in the NFL Draft since 2000, among the most in college football. Despite the Sooners' ability to recruit and develop talent, they haven't hit their stride yet in the Brent Venables era when it comes to producing NFL draft selections.
That could all change in the 2026 NFL Draft. There's a possibility that as many as 10 Oklahoma Sooners could hear their names called during NFL draft weekend.
R Mason Thomas and Gracen Halton are the two most likely to go the highest of any Sooner, probably in the second round. However, there's an outside shot Thomas gets taken at the back end of the first round as a team looks to bolster its pass rush.
The 2026 NFL Draft begins on April 23 at 7 p.m. CT.
Here's a look at every Oklahoma Sooners draft pick since 2000.
Oct 17, 2021; Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA; Dallas Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb (88) makes the catch and runs the ball for the game winning touchdown in overtime at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports
Q&A
How many Oklahoma Sooners players have been drafted since 2000?
The Oklahoma Sooners have had 123 players selected in the NFL Draft since 2000.
Who are the top Oklahoma Sooners prospects for the 2026 NFL Draft?
R Mason Thomas and Gracen Halton are the top prospects, likely to be selected in the second round.
When does the 2026 NFL Draft start?
The 2026 NFL Draft begins on April 23 at 7 p.m. CT.
What challenges has the Oklahoma Sooners faced in the Brent Venables era regarding NFL Draft selections?
Despite their talent recruitment, the Sooners have not yet excelled in producing NFL draft selections during the Brent Venables era.
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Oct 17, 2021; Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA; Dallas Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb (88) makes the catch and runs the ball for the game winning touchdown in overtime at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports
DENVER, COLORADO - JANUARY 05: Nik Bonitto #15 of the Denver Broncos celebrates after recording a sack in the third quarter against the Kansas City Chiefs at Empower Field At Mile High on January 05, 2025 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Justin Edmonds/Getty Images)
DENVER, COLORADO - JANUARY 05: Nik Bonitto #15 of the Denver Broncos celebrates after recording a sack in the third quarter against the Kansas City Chiefs at Empower Field At Mile High on January 05, 2025 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Justin Edmonds/Getty Images)
2005: Brodney Poole (Browns), Mark Bradley (Bears), and Dan Cody (Ravens)
2004: Teddy Lehman (Lions)
2000: William Bartee (Chiefs)
Round 3
Oct 27, 2024; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bengals offensive tackle Orlando Brown Jr. (75) runs onto the field before the game against the Philadelphia Eagles at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
Oct 27, 2024; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bengals offensive tackle Orlando Brown Jr. (75) runs onto the field before the game against the Philadelphia Eagles at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
Sep 24, 2020; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Miami Dolphins cornerback Tae Hayes (30) is called for pass interference in the end zone on a pass intended for Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver wide receiver Dede Westbrook (12) during the second half at TIAA Bank Field. Mandatory Credit: Douglas DeFelice-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 24, 2020; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Miami Dolphins cornerback Tae Hayes (30) is called for pass interference in the end zone on a pass intended for Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver wide receiver Dede Westbrook (12) during the second half at TIAA Bank Field. Mandatory Credit: Douglas DeFelice-USA TODAY Sports
New York Giants running back Eric Gray (20) runs towards the end zone for the first touchdown of the game,, Thursday, August 8 2024, in East Rutherford.
New York Giants running back Eric Gray (20) runs towards the end zone for the first touchdown of the game,, Thursday, August 8 2024, in East Rutherford.
2009: Nic Harris (Bills) and Duke Robinson (Panthers)
2005: Donte Nicholson (Bucs), Mike Hawkins (Packers), and Lance Mitchell (Cardinals)
Round 6
Oct 28, 2018; Cincinnati, OH, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Adam Humphries (10) is tackled by Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Jordan Evans (50) in the first half at Paul Brown Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 28, 2018; Cincinnati, OH, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Adam Humphries (10) is tackled by Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Jordan Evans (50) in the first half at Paul Brown Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-USA TODAY Sports
SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA - AUGUST 19: Brayden Willis #9 of the San Francisco 49ers makes a reception during the second half of a preseason game against the Denver Broncos at Levi's Stadium on August 19, 2023 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Loren Elliott/Getty Images)
SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA - AUGUST 19: Brayden Willis #9 of the San Francisco 49ers makes a reception during the second half of a preseason game against the Denver Broncos at Levi's Stadium on August 19, 2023 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Loren Elliott/Getty Images)
2011: Jonathan Nelson (Rams) and Jeremy Beal (Broncos)
2009: Manuel Johnson (Cowboys)
2008: Allen Patrick (Ravens)
2007: C.J. Ah You (Bills)
2003: Trent Smith (Ravens)
Oklahoma's R Mason Thomas (32) and Jonah Laulu (8) celebrate a play in the second half of the college football game between the University of Oklahoma Sooners and the University of Central Florida Knights at Gaylord Family Oklahoma-Memorial Stadium in Norman, Okla., Saturday, Oct., 21, 2023.
Oct 18, 2025; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks quarterback Lanorris Sellers (16) attempts to elude the rush of Oklahoma Sooners defensive lineman R Mason Thomas (32) in the second half at Williams-Brice Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-Imagn Images
Oct 18, 2025; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks quarterback Lanorris Sellers (16) is sacked by Oklahoma Sooners defensive lineman R Mason Thomas (32) in the second half at Williams-Brice Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-Imagn Images
Oct 11, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Oklahoma Sooners defensive lineman R Mason Thomas (32) and linebacker Kip Lewis (10) celebrate during the game between the Texas Longhorns and the Oklahoma Sooners at the Cotton Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
Oklahoma Sooners defensive lineman R Mason Thomas (32) and defensive lineman Taylor Wein (44) celebrate after a safety during a college football game between the University of Oklahoma Sooners (OU) and the Auburn Tigers at Gaylord Family à Oklahoma Memorial Stadium in Norman, Okla., Saturday,Sept. 20, 2025. Oklahoma won 24-17.
Oklahoma Sooners defensive lineman R Mason Thomas (32) brings down Auburn Tigers quarterback Jackson Arnold (11) for a safety during a college football game between the University of Oklahoma Sooners (OU) and the Auburn Tigers at Gaylord Family à Oklahoma Memorial Stadium in Norman, Okla., Saturday,Sept. 20, 2025. Oklahoma won 24-17.
Oklahoma Sooners defensive lineman R Mason Thomas (32) chases after Michigan Wolverines quarterback Bryce Underwood (19) during a college football game between the University of Oklahoma Sooners (OU) and the University of Michigan Wolverines at Gaylord Family à Oklahoma Memorial Stadium in Norman, Okla., Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025. Oklahoma won 24-13.
Sep 6, 2025; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners defensive lineman R Mason Thomas (32) applies pressure on Michigan Wolverines quarterback Bryce Underwood (19) during the second half at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
Aug 30, 2025; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners defensive lineman R Mason Thomas (32) during the game against the Illinois State Redbirds at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
Aug 30, 2025; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Illinois State Redbirds running back Victor Dawson (5) is tackled by Oklahoma Sooners linebacker Kobie McKinzie (11) and defensive lineman R Mason Thomas (32) during the first half at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
Oklahoma Sooners defensive lineman R Mason Thomas (32) signs a football for a fan during Meet the Sooners Day at Gaylord Family Ñ Oklahoma Memorial Stadium, Saturday, Aug. 2, 2025.
R Mason Thomas (32) runs drills during an Oklahoma (OU) football practice at the Gaylord Family Oklahoma Memorial Stadium in Norman, Okla., on Tuesday, March 25, 2025.
Jul 16, 2025; Atlanta, GA, USA; Oklahoma Sooners defensive lineman R Mason Thomas answers questions from the media during the SEC Media Days at Omni Atlanta Hotel. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Godfree-Imagn Images
Oklahoma Sooners defensive lineman R Mason Thomas (32) brings down Navy Midshipmen fullback Alex Tecza (46) during the Armed Forces Bowl football game between the University of Oklahoma Sooners (OU) and the Navy Midshipmen at Amon G. Carter Stadium in Fort Worth, Texas, Friday, Dec. 27, 2024.
Oklahoma Sooners defensive lineman R Mason Thomas (32) celebrates beside Oklahoma Sooners defensive lineman Caiden Woullard (90) during a college football game between the University of Oklahoma Sooners (OU) and the Alabama Crimson Tide at Gaylord Family - Oklahoma Memorial Stadium in Norman, Okla., Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024. Oklahoma won 24-3.
Oklahoma Sooners defensive lineman R Mason Thomas (32) hits Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Jalen Milroe (4) during a college football game between the University of Oklahoma Sooners (OU) and the Alabama Crimson Tide at Gaylord Family - Oklahoma Memorial Stadium in Norman, Okla., Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024. Oklahoma won 24-3.
Sep 28, 2024; Auburn, Alabama, USA; Oklahoma Sooners defensive lineman R Mason Thomas (32) celebrates after sacking Auburn Tigers quarterback Payton Thorne (1) during the fourth quarter at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images
Sep 28, 2024; Auburn, Alabama, USA; Oklahoma Sooners defensive lineman R Mason Thomas (32) moves in to block Auburn Tigers offensive lineman Izavion Miller (72) during the third quarter at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images
Sep 14, 2024; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners defensive lineman R Mason Thomas (32) tackles Tulane Green Wave quarterback Darian Mensah (10) and causes a fumble during the fourth quarter at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
Sep 14, 2024; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners defensive lineman R Mason Thomas (32) sacks Tulane Green Wave quarterback Darian Mensah (10) during the second half at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
Sep 14, 2024; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners defensive lineman R Mason Thomas (32) defends a pass by Tulane Green Wave quarterback Darian Mensah (10) during the second half at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
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Oklahoma's R Mason Thomas (32) and Jonah Laulu (8) celebrate a play in the second half of the college football game between the University of Oklahoma Sooners and the University of Central Florida Knights at Gaylord Family Oklahoma-Memorial Stadium in Norman, Okla., Saturday, Oct., 21, 2023.
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Oklahoma's R Mason Thomas (32) and Jonah Laulu (8) celebrate a play in the second half of the college football game between the University of Oklahoma Sooners and the University of Central Florida Knights at Gaylord Family Oklahoma-Memorial Stadium in Norman, Okla., Saturday, Oct., 21, 2023.
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Oct 18, 2025; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks quarterback Lanorris Sellers (16) attempts to elude the rush of Oklahoma Sooners defensive lineman R Mason Thomas (32) in the second half at Williams-Brice Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-Imagn Images
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Oct 18, 2025; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks quarterback Lanorris Sellers (16) is sacked by Oklahoma Sooners defensive lineman R Mason Thomas (32) in the second half at Williams-Brice Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-Imagn Images
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Oct 11, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Oklahoma Sooners defensive lineman R Mason Thomas (32) and linebacker Kip Lewis (10) celebrate during the game between the Texas Longhorns and the Oklahoma Sooners at the Cotton Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
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Oklahoma Sooners defensive lineman R Mason Thomas (32) and defensive lineman Taylor Wein (44) celebrate after a safety during a college football game between the University of Oklahoma Sooners (OU) and the Auburn Tigers at Gaylord Family à Oklahoma Memorial Stadium in Norman, Okla., Saturday,Sept. 20, 2025. Oklahoma won 24-17.
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Oklahoma Sooners defensive lineman R Mason Thomas (32) brings down Auburn Tigers quarterback Jackson Arnold (11) for a safety during a college football game between the University of Oklahoma Sooners (OU) and the Auburn Tigers at Gaylord Family à Oklahoma Memorial Stadium in Norman, Okla., Saturday,Sept. 20, 2025. Oklahoma won 24-17.
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Oklahoma Sooners defensive lineman R Mason Thomas (32) chases after Michigan Wolverines quarterback Bryce Underwood (19) during a college football game between the University of Oklahoma Sooners (OU) and the University of Michigan Wolverines at Gaylord Family à Oklahoma Memorial Stadium in Norman, Okla., Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025. Oklahoma won 24-13.
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Sep 6, 2025; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners defensive lineman R Mason Thomas (32) applies pressure on Michigan Wolverines quarterback Bryce Underwood (19) during the second half at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
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Aug 30, 2025; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners defensive lineman R Mason Thomas (32) during the game against the Illinois State Redbirds at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
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Aug 30, 2025; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Illinois State Redbirds running back Victor Dawson (5) is tackled by Oklahoma Sooners linebacker Kobie McKinzie (11) and defensive lineman R Mason Thomas (32) during the first half at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
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Oklahoma Sooners defensive lineman R Mason Thomas (32) signs a football for a fan during Meet the Sooners Day at Gaylord Family Ñ Oklahoma Memorial Stadium, Saturday, Aug. 2, 2025.
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R Mason Thomas (32) runs drills during an Oklahoma (OU) football practice at the Gaylord Family Oklahoma Memorial Stadium in Norman, Okla., on Tuesday, March 25, 2025.
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Jul 16, 2025; Atlanta, GA, USA; Oklahoma Sooners defensive lineman R Mason Thomas answers questions from the media during the SEC Media Days at Omni Atlanta Hotel. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Godfree-Imagn Images
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Oklahoma Sooners defensive lineman R Mason Thomas (32) brings down Navy Midshipmen fullback Alex Tecza (46) during the Armed Forces Bowl football game between the University of Oklahoma Sooners (OU) and the Navy Midshipmen at Amon G. Carter Stadium in Fort Worth, Texas, Friday, Dec. 27, 2024.
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Oklahoma Sooners defensive lineman R Mason Thomas (32) celebrates beside Oklahoma Sooners defensive lineman Caiden Woullard (90) during a college football game between the University of Oklahoma Sooners (OU) and the Alabama Crimson Tide at Gaylord Family - Oklahoma Memorial Stadium in Norman, Okla., Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024. Oklahoma won 24-3.
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Oklahoma Sooners defensive lineman R Mason Thomas (32) hits Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Jalen Milroe (4) during a college football game between the University of Oklahoma Sooners (OU) and the Alabama Crimson Tide at Gaylord Family - Oklahoma Memorial Stadium in Norman, Okla., Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024. Oklahoma won 24-3.
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Sep 28, 2024; Auburn, Alabama, USA; Oklahoma Sooners defensive lineman R Mason Thomas (32) celebrates after sacking Auburn Tigers quarterback Payton Thorne (1) during the fourth quarter at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images
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Sep 28, 2024; Auburn, Alabama, USA; Oklahoma Sooners defensive lineman R Mason Thomas (32) moves in to block Auburn Tigers offensive lineman Izavion Miller (72) during the third quarter at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images
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Sep 14, 2024; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners defensive lineman R Mason Thomas (32) tackles Tulane Green Wave quarterback Darian Mensah (10) and causes a fumble during the fourth quarter at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
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Sep 14, 2024; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners defensive lineman R Mason Thomas (32) sacks Tulane Green Wave quarterback Darian Mensah (10) during the second half at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
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Sep 14, 2024; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners defensive lineman R Mason Thomas (32) defends a pass by Tulane Green Wave quarterback Darian Mensah (10) during the second half at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
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