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Why Brent Venables was the deciding factor for Cole Sullivan in choosing OU over Michigan

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Cole Sullivan
Cole Sullivan talks with reporters during OU football spring media day on March 9, 2026. Photo by Carey Murdock/SoonerScoop

For Cole Sullivan, leaving Michigan was not an easy decision. The star linebacker was a top defensive playmaker for the Wolverines last year. He totaled 44 tackles, two sacks, one forced fumble and three interceptions in his second season in Ann Arbor. But after some major staff changes for Michigan, Sullivan entered the portal.

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