5+ min ago (402+ words) Arkansas is targeting Memphis" Ryan Silverfield as its next coach, sources confirmed to CBS Sports" Matt Zenitz. Silverfield replaces Sam Pittman, who was fired after a 32-34 record in six seasons with the program. Silverfield was promoted to head coach at Memphis in 2020 after working as offensive line coach and associate head coach under Mike Norvell. In six full seasons, Silverfield posted a 50-24 record, including an AP Top 25 finish in 2024. Now, Silverfield heads to Arkansas to turn around a struggling program. The Razorbacks lost seven straight games under interim coach Bobby Petrino to finish 2-10, the program"s worst finish since Chad Morris"s final season in 2019. It was only the fourth winless campaign in SEC play since joining the conference more than 30 years ago. The Razorbacks have a difficult schedule ahead in 2026, including a road trip to play Utah in nonconference....

40+ min ago (350+ words) Tulsa ends the season 4-8 and misses a bowl game for the fourth consecutive season. Jevon Jackson rushed for two touchdowns, including the game-winning score, and Jalen Kitna threw two touchdown passes in UAB's 31-24 win over Tulsa on Saturday, in the season finale for both teams. Jackson put UAB ahead on a 3-yard touchdown run with 3:40 remaining, capping a 10-play, 90-yard drive. It was UAB's first lead since the 7:51 mark of the second quarter. The win is UAB's first road win since 2022 and comes after UAB player Daniel Mincey was arrested on charges of aggravated assault and attempted murder against two teammates in a stabbing incident prior to last week's game against South Florida. UAB listed 39 players as out on Saturday, with many opting out of playing after the incident. Kitna found Iverson Hooks for an 18-yard touchdown midway through the…...

1+ hour, 22+ min ago (296+ words) The Jolly Lane Lights team has been working since September to come up with the largest light show in the city. This year, they're hoping to give back in a big way. Holiday spirit is lighting up Tulsa as Jolly Lane Lights has made its return for the season at the Admiral Twin Drive-In. The co-owner and designer of Jolly Lane Lights, Michael Arroyo, said he and his team have been working since last year to come up with this year's idea. "There's about five of us who work in our core team all year long" Arroyo said. "And then we have some other seasonal members who join us for the opening and operation of the attraction here throughout the holiday season." The crew started setting up the light show in the middle of September. Last year, the team donated…...

4+ hour, 8+ min ago (376+ words) Oklahoma's congressional delegation shares Thanksgiving messages and concerns about health care, spending bills and agriculture issues. Here's what they expect after recess. Washington Bureau Chief Alex Cameron visited as many offices as possible for this week's DC Debrief, gathering Thanksgiving messages from members who expressed appreciation for Oklahomans while acknowledging months of gridlock, budget deadlines and high-stakes policy debates. Several members showed signs of fatigue after a year marked by repeated spending standoffs and unresolved policy fights. Even so, they urged Oklahomans to reflect on the country's continued strengths despite daily frustrations. Rep. Frank Lucas, Oklahoma's longest-serving member of Congress, shared memories of his parents growing up during the Great Depression, noting that today's challenges pale compared to earlier hardships. Lucas also addressed concerns in the agriculture sector after the Biden administration's recent decision to increase beef imports from Argentina....

12+ hour, 29+ min ago (402+ words) Arkansas is targeting Memphis" Ryan Silverfield as its next coach, sources confirmed to CBS Sports" Matt Zenitz. Silverfield replaces Sam Pittman, who was fired after a 32-34 record in six seasons with the program. Silverfield was promoted to head coach at Memphis in 2020 after working as offensive line coach and associate head coach under Mike Norvell. In six full seasons, Silverfield posted a 50-24 record, including an AP Top 25 finish in 2024. Now, Silverfield heads to Arkansas to turn around a struggling program. The Razorbacks lost seven straight games under interim coach Bobby Petrino to finish 2-10, the program"s worst finish since Chad Morris"s final season in 2019. It was only the fourth winless campaign in SEC play since joining the conference more than 30 years ago. The Razorbacks have a difficult schedule ahead in 2026, including a road trip to play Utah in nonconference....

12+ hour, 59+ min ago (319+ words) With the victory over LSU, eighth ranked Oklahoma went a perfect 4-0 during November and finished the regular season at 10-2. Despite quarterback John Mateer throwing three interceptions, Oklahoma overcame the turnovers to beat LSU 17-13. To his credit, Mateer did rally to throw two touchdown passes. 99- According to the College Football Playoff predictor, number eight Oklahoma has a 99% chance to make the playoff for the first time since the 2019 season. The question, do the Sooners stay as the eight seed and host a playoff game in a few weeks? 4- Clinging to a 17-13 lead with just over one minute to go, Peyton Bowen knocked down a 4th and 2 pass by LSU quarterback Michael Van Buren Jr. to seal the victory for the Sooners. Bowen also had a highlight reel interception in the end zone in the first quarter to keep the Tigers off the…...

13+ hour, 12+ min ago (517+ words) Family, community members, and city leaders gathered in Tulsa and Bartlesville to honor Viola Ford Fletcher, the oldest known survivor of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre, who died at age 111. Tulsans and people around the world are remembering Viola Fletcher, the oldest known survivor of the Tulsa Race Massacre. She died Monday at age 111. There were two memorial services held Saturday: one in Bartlesville and another at the Greenwood Cultural Center. The attire for the latter was all white, meant to celebrate the life she lived and the legacy she leaves behind. Viola Fletcher may be gone, but her impact is still felt throughout inside the Greenwood Cultural Center. Born in 1914, she was just a kid living in Black Wall Street during the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre. "She was a mother and a grandmother and a great-grandmother and a great-great-grandmother," said Tulsa…...

15+ hour, 28+ min ago (229+ words) After the sudden death of a student, Catoosa Public Schools mourns the loss, and offers mental health resources for students and staff. Catoosa Public Schools shared the tragic passing of Wells Middle School student Jaydyn Woodruff, and shared their condolences to family and friends through an announcement Saturday evening. The announcement also let students know WMS will start classes late this Monday, December 1, where students were instructed to come in at 9:30 a.m. Catoosa Public Schools is establishing a mental health support system for the middle school student populace, as they bring additional counselors that will be on-site at WMS. No memorial service has been shared at this time, but the Woodruff family has setup a GoFundMe for people who want to help bring relief to Jaydyn's family. The Catoosa Indians Football Program issued a statement: Catoosa Indians (Football Program) Statement: Our…...

20+ hour, 20+ min ago (497+ words) Rocco Becht passed for a touchdown, Abu Sama ran for a score and Iowa State defeated Oklahoma State 20-13 on Saturday in the final regular-season game for both teams. Kyle Konrardy kicked field goals of 45 and 34 yards for Iowa State (8-4 overall, 5-4 Big 12), which rushed for 231 yards. The Cyclones" defense limited Oklahoma State"s offense to 219 yards and forced two turnovers. "For this group to never waver, never flinch and, actually, just keep getting better through it is incredible," Iowa State coach Matt Campbell said. "What a great testament to their belief and their ability to stay the course. "They"ve given themselves the chance to do what very few teams at Iowa State have done," Campbell said, referring to the Cyclones" shot at nine wins, which has happened four times previously including last season"s 11-3 mark. Zane Flores threw a touchdown…...

20+ hour, 47+ min ago (350+ words) The Oklahoma Sooners showed resilience in their defense against LSU in a must-win game. OU have a 99.9% chance to make it to playoffs. No. 8 Oklahoma held off LSU 17-13 on Saturday, using a late touchdown strike from John Mateer and a fourth down defensive stand to keep its College Football Playoff hopes on track. Oklahoma's offense struggled with turnovers for much of the night, but delivered when it mattered. Trailing 13-10 late in the fourth quarter, Mateer caught LSU's defense misaligned and found Isaiah Sategna for a 58-yard touchdown with four minutes remaining, giving the Sooners a 17-13 lead they would not relinquish. Mateer finished 23 of 48 for 318 yards with two touchdowns and three interceptions. Sategna caught nine passes for 121 yards, including the go-ahead score. Deion Burks added a 45-yard touchdown in the third quarter, part of his 61-yard receiving performance. The Sooners defense…...