Following Ohio State starter Kyle McCord, Oklahoma’s Dillon Gabriel has become the latest starting QB to enter into the NCAA transfer portal.
Gabriel who has spent two seasons with the sooner posted what seemed like a goodbye message on his social media.
“The past 2 years here at OU as a Sooner I have made memories with friends and family that remind me how blessed I am,” Gabriel wrote.
“I have been able to play football for an amazing group of coaches and alongside men who have become my brothers. More than anything I have grown in faith and love.
“I appreciate and cherish these memories and relationships forever. My time in The Palace was a game-time experience I will never forget. Sooner Nation, you held me accountable and I am better for it.
“Coach BV (Brent Venables), my coaches, and the football staff, I am grateful for your care, knowledge, and insight. Most of all, thanks for your faith in me and the opportunity to lead and be a member of OU’s teams 128 and 129.”
Dillon was the Big 12 Newcomer of the Year last season and led the Sooners in 2023 with 3,660 yards passing and 30 touchdowns. He also rushed for 373 yards and 12 touchdowns.
Freshman Jackson Arnold has been piqued to be the new QB, as he played in six regular season games in 2023 and completed 18 of his 24 pass attempts for 202 yards and two touchdowns.
Arnold played the entire second half against BYU in Week 12 after Gabriel left with an injury, entering when the game was tied at 17-17 and helping the Sooners win