Confirmed: Oklahoma Gets Bad News on Star DT David Stone
Sports Illustrated • • sports
Key Points:
- Oklahoma defensive tackle David Stone suffered a dislocated left knee during Monday’s practice and is feared to be out for the rest of the 2026 season, pending further tests including an MRI.
- Stone, a junior and preseason All-American, had shown significant improvement this season, highlighted by a career-high eight tackles and impactful defensive plays against New Mexico.
- Considered one of college football’s top defensive linemen and a top prospect for the 2027 NFL Draft, Stone’s injury leaves a key gap on Oklahoma’s defensive line alongside Jayden Jackson.
- The Sooners are already dealing with multiple injuries across their roster, including linebacker Kip Lewis and other defensive and offensive players, complicating their depth and performance this season.
- Backup defensive tackles Trent Wilson, Nigel Smith II, Braxton Fely, Danny Saili, and Bishop Thomas are expected to step up in Stone’s absence.
