Berry Tramel: Kendel Dolby & OU defense shine, which is a good thing because OU offense struggles

What happened with OU's defense?

The Sooners' defense, led by linebackers David Ugwoegbu and DaShaun White, held Kansas to just 268 yards of offense and forced three turnovers. Defensive lineman Jalen Redmond also had a big game, recording two sacks and three tackles for loss.

What went wrong with OU's offense?

The Sooners' offense struggled to get anything going against Kansas' defense. Quarterback Dillon Gabriel completed just 18 of 33 passes for 188 yards and one touchdown. Running back Eric Gray was also held in check, rushing for just 54 yards on 14 carries.

What does this mean for OU moving forward?

The Sooners' defense will need to continue to play at a high level if they want to be successful this season. The offense, on the other hand, will need to find a way to improve if they want to compete for a Big 12 championship.

Additional notes:

• This is the second straight game in which the Sooners' defense has held their opponent to under 300 yards of offense.
• The Sooners' offense has now scored just 20 points in their last two games.
• The Sooners will face a much tougher test next week when they travel to Nebraska.

Conclusion

The Sooners' defense is playing well, but the offense is struggling. If the Sooners want to be successful this season, they will need to find a way to improve their offensive production.