Oklahoma Sooners Land Punter Jacob Ulrich via Transfer Portal
In a significant move to bolster their special teams unit, the Oklahoma Sooners have secured the commitment of punter Jacob Ulrich, a redshirt freshman from Kennesaw State. Ulrich, who had previously been committed to the Owls, made the switch to OU, citing his excitement to join the Sooners’ program..
The 6-foot-5, 205-pound punter had an impressive season at Kennesaw State, averaging 45.4 yards per punt on 75 kicks. His addition to the Sooners’ roster fills a crucial gap left by the departing Elzinga, a transfer from Central Michigan who graduates this season..
Ulrich’s football pedigree is impressive, having played high school football at Mill Creek High School in Dacula, GA. During his time there, he boasted an impressive record, going 80-of-84 on PATs, 12-of-17 on field goals, and driving 73 of his 110 kickoffs for touchbacks. As a senior, he averaged 42.8 yards per punt, building on his junior season average of 40.4 yards.
The NCAA Transfer Portal, which officially opened on Monday, allows players to enter their names and explore transfer opportunities. To be eligible to play immediately in 2025, players must enter the portal before December 28. The Sooners’ coaching staff is actively rebuilding the roster, with deletions expected to continue alongside new additions.
Oklahoma’s recruitment efforts are in full swing, having hosted transfer hopefuls earlier this week and welcoming several visitors over the weekend. More visits are scheduled for next week as the team seeks to bolster its ranks.
The Sooners will conclude their 2024 season on December 27 with a game against Navy in the Armed Forces Bowl at Amon G. Carter Stadium in Fort Worth. With Ulrich’s commitment, OU fans can look forward to an exciting new chapter in the team’s special teams unit.
Key Stats:
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45.4 yards per punt average on 75 kicks (2024 season)
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80-of-84 on PATs, 12-of-17 on field goals, and 73 touchbacks on 110 kickoffs (high school career)
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Averaged 42.8 yards per punt as a high school senior
Transfer Portal Timeline:
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December 28: Deadline for players to enter the transfer portal to be eligible to play immediately in 2025
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April 16-25, 2025: Spring portal window
