Oklahoma Sooners Signee Michael Fasusi Poised for Instant Impact
The Oklahoma Sooners secured a significant addition to their roster during the early signing period, landing unanimous five-star prospect Michael Fasusi, the nation’s top-ranked offensive tackle in the 2025 recruiting class. Fasusi’s arrival in Norman comes with lofty expectations, and On3 recruiting analysts Charles Power and Cody Bellaire believe he has the potential to make an instant impact.
Fasusi boasts a college-ready build, standing at 6-foot-5 and 300 pounds with 35-inch arms. His impressive physique, combined with his violent blocking style and tremendous pop in his hands, makes him an ideal candidate to provide an immediate boost to the Sooners’ struggling offensive line. Bellaire emphasized Fasusi’s potential to become a pillar along Oklahoma’s front, citing his ability to be a “people mover” that the team desperately needs.
The Sooners’ offensive line struggled with health and consistency in 2024, with five different players starting at tackle. While Jacob Sexton, Jake Taylor, and Logan Howland return in 2025, the addition of Fasusi, along with transfers Derek Simmons and Luke Baklenko, is expected to bring much-needed depth and talent to the position.
While it’s challenging for true freshmen to see significant playing time, Fasusi’s exceptional talent and physical readiness make him an exception. Defensive tackle Jayden Jackson and cornerback Eli Bowen demonstrated that it’s possible for freshmen to contribute early, with Jackson starting Week 1 and Bowen emerging as a starter later in the season..
In fact, it wasn’t long ago that former offensive lineman Cayden Green started for the Sooners as a true freshman. Given Fasusi’s impressive credentials, it’s likely that he’ll be an option for the Sooners at some point during his freshman season.
While Fasusi may begin the season in a reserve role due to the Sooners’ depth at tackle, his talent and potential will undoubtedly make him a key contributor in the near future. As the top-ranked offensive tackle in the class, Fasusi’s arrival in Norman has generated significant excitement, and Sooners fans will be eagerly anticipating his debut.
