The Oklahoma Sooners have had a wild last few days. The Sooners were originally scheduled to play the Ole Miss Rebels on Saturday at 3:15 p.m. CT; however, due to the FAA grounding all flights and the Rebels saying they couldn't travel until Saturday afternoon, even though the grounding was lifted Friday night, the game was pushed to Sunday at noon.
This caused a lot of outrage among Oklahoma fans, as they felt they were being punished despite Ole Miss' inept planning. On top of that, a cold front and storm are predicted to move through the area, with temperatures forecast to be in the 40s and a high chance of rain on Sunday during the game.
This led legendary former Oklahoma head coach Bob Stoops to urge Sooner fans to show up and create a miserable
atmosphere for the visiting Rebels.
"Okay, Sooner fans, even though every other college football game is being played (Saturday), our game will be Sunday at noon," Stoops said on X. "So, it's time to flip the script. Let's all dress for the weather and show up for our team. If you're unable to attend the game, please give your tickets to someone who can. I'm throwing down the challenge to all Sooner Nation. Let's answer the call and be the loudest, proudest, most raucous crowd we've been all year. Let's bring the energy. Bring the noise and remind Ole Miss exactly who they're playing. Boomer Sooner."
Stoops' message gives Oklahoma fans a chance to turn an unusual and frustrating weekend into an opportunity to make their presence felt. The schedule change and unfavorable weather could make Sunday's atmosphere different from anything the Sooners have experienced this season, but the former head coach believes the fan base can use that to its advantage. With kickoff moved to noon and rain potentially in the forecast, showing up and bringing energy will be especially important.
The Sooners will need that support against an Ole Miss team still fighting for its postseason hopes. Oklahoma has an opportunity to defend its home field and pick up a big SEC win, but the focus must remain on executing between the lines. If Sooner fans answer Stoops' challenge, the Rebels could face an intimidating environment despite the unusual Sunday kickoff. As Stoops made clear, he wants the entire fan base to make sure Ole Miss knows exactly what awaits in Norman.
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This article originally appeared on Sooners Wire: Bob Stoops challenges Oklahoma fans ahead of Sunday's game
