Conferences. Franklin has seen consistent playing time the past two seasons and has size and experience.Shannon started two games as a freshman last season and played in eleven. He saw game action last season and shows considerable promise. As he proved against.Aaron Ripkowski will provide depth to the position. 2013 Oklahoma Statistics. As long as he stays healthy, he should continue to shine.Behind Saunders could be Derrick Woods. 2013 Oklahoma Statistics. He was the consistent starter last season after Taylor McNamara's injury. He also added 34 catches for 320 yards and another score.Clay produced solid numbers as a backup, totaling 555 rushing yards and six touchdowns on the ground.Running the ball with more effectiveness should be a priority for the Sooners. He recorded 45 tackles and a team-high five sacks. But P.L. They'll probably both see playing time.An intriguing tackle will be incoming recruit Quincy Russell. Oklahoma School History; Schedule & Results; Roster; ... More 2013 Oklahoma Pages. He has formidable size (6'9", 319 pounds) and was Thompson's backup at right tackle.Adam Shead seems to have the left guard position locked down. The former touted prospect could give Russell competition for the starting position.With David King leaving, Geneo Grissom is the heir apparent at defensive end.Grissom has played in 16 games the past two seasons and started in the 2013 Cotton Bowl. 2 spot. But at 6'0", 210 pounds, he already has the size.The backup could be Arizona transfer Cortez Johnson or possibly Eric Doughtie. Both logged a touchdown return in 2012 and should continue to help the Sooners in the field position game. Without a doubt, the 2013 team will feature plenty of new faces.But OU is lucky to retain several key players. This past season, he totaled 535 yards and four touchdowns in addition to providing valuable blocking ability.It would be nice to see the bruising back get more opportunities to run and catch the ball next season. He'll enter 2013 with three seasons of experience as a redshirt junior.Austin Woods will most likely remain on the second string. It could be Derek Farniok. Tyrus Thompson took over for him. But he should be back for one more season at right guard.Evans has logged 29 starts at the position and has proven to be one of the Sooners' best linemen since 2009.Hopefully, he stays healthy. Find the COLLEGE-FOOTBALL Oklahoma Sooners player roster for this season on FOX Sports. He made two appearances and one start before suffering a season-ending shoulder injury.If McNamara recovers, he could compete with Green for the starting job.Tyrus Thompson will have big shoes to fill at left tackle.The junior will step in for Lane Johnson, who provided consistency and reliability protecting Landry Jones's blind side.Thompson did play in every game last season and made five starts. Expect him to get plenty of playing time.Rounding out the Sooner receiving corps will be the talented Jalen Saunders.Saunders, a Fresno State transfer, adapted quickly to the Big 12 last season. Most Recent Games and Any Score Since 1869. 2 spot. 3 on the depth chart at cornerback. Based on size, they seem to be the only players currently suited for the role.Incoming recruit Dominique Alexander could also work his way into the discussion.Physically, Hatari Byrd is ready to play strong safety. With Williams back, Thompson should move over to left tackle.Overall, Williams was solid for OU at tackle last season. Oklahoma Football: Projecting the Sooner 2013 2-Deep Depth Chart 0 of 24 The Sooners lose several talented players, including Landry Jones, Kenny Stills and Tony Jefferson. Roster; Game Logs; Splits; More 2013 Oklahoma Pages. The former U.S. Army All-American is patiently awaiting his opportunity to start. He played in 10 games as a redshirt freshman last season.The 6'6", 318-pound former Under Armour All-American should be fun to watch.A number of players could earn the No. That needs to change in 2013.An encouraging start is the return of Corey Nelson at outside linebacker.With middle 'backer Tom Wort leaving, Nelson will be the leader of the unit. But preseason camp is just around the corner. The great Sooner teams featured great tight ends. He still managed to start four games and catch 17 passes for 148 yards and a score.With top target Stills gone, the sophomore will be poised to excel in the starting role. Hunnicutt made 17-of-21 kicks this season, ameliorating OU's frustrating inconsistency at the position.At punter, JUCO transfer Jed Barnett will most likely take over for departing Tress Way. Here is an early projection for the 2013 Sooner 2-deep depth chart.Quarterback figures to be the biggest question mark for OU entering the 2013 season.At this point, it's logical to assume Blake Bell will inherit the position from Landry Jones. He ended up with 62 catches for 829 yards and three touchdowns.He is also in line for a huge senior season. Roster; Game Logs; Splits; More 2013 Oklahoma Pages. Otherwise, it's possible Mike Stoops and Co. would move Gabe Lynn to safety.Eric Doughtie, Quentin Hayes and Cortez Johnson are other defensive backs to keep an eye on.Kass Everett played in 10 games this season after transferring to OU from junior college.