Breaking News :former sonners 5-star quarterback for the Oklahoma Sooners, has announced his, return from the program. After entering the NCAA transfer portal in…

Jackson Arnold, a former five-star quarterback for the Oklahoma Sooners, has announced his departure from the program. After entering the NCAA transfer portal in December 2024, Arnold has committed to Auburn University, marking a significant shift in his collegiate football career. citeturn0search1

**Background and Career at Oklahoma**

Arnold, originally from Denton, Texas, joined the Sooners in 2023 as a highly touted recruit. During his freshman year, he appeared in seven games, starting one, and accumulated 563 passing yards with four touchdowns and three interceptions. He also showcased his dual-threat capabilities with 116 rushing yards and a touchdown. citeturn0search8

In the 2024 season, Arnold started nine games, throwing for 1,421 yards, 12 touchdowns, and three interceptions. He demonstrated his athleticism with 444 rushing yards and three touchdowns, including a career-high 131 yards in a victory over Alabama. citeturn0search1 However, his tenure at Oklahoma was marked by inconsistency, leading to a mid-season benching in favor of freshman Michael Hawkins Jr. citeturn0news11

**Transfer to Auburn**

Following his decision to enter the transfer portal, Arnold received attention from several programs. On December 14, 2024, Auburn announced Arnold’s signing, highlighting his status as the highest-rated quarterback recruit in the school’s history. citeturn0search1

Auburn’s head coach, Hugh Freeze, expressed enthusiasm about Arnold’s fit within the Tigers’ offensive system, emphasizing his dual-threat abilities and proficiency in the run-pass option (RPO) game. citeturn0search1

**Impact on Auburn**

Arnold’s arrival at Auburn is seen as a pivotal move to strengthen the Tigers’ quarterback position. His experience in the Big 12 and his high school accolades, including being named the Gatorade National Player of the Year in 2022, bring a wealth of talent and leadership to Auburn’s offense. citeturn0search1

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