Oklahoma’s leading rusher from 2023 enters transfer portal after getting squeezed out

With just hours to spare before it closes, Oklahoma running back Gavin Sawchuk is headed to the transfer portal.

Pete Nakos of On3 reported Friday night that Sawchuk plans to enter the transfer portal to escape what’s become a crowded running back room in Norman. The transfer portal closes for the spring at the end of the day Friday.

Oklahoma running back Gavin Sawchuk is expected to enter the transfer portal, sources tell @GeorgeStoia and I. Former four-star recruit has rushed for 977 career yards and 11 touchdowns. https://t.co/QzMkUTsC83 pic.twitter.com/NJHZyODYIN

— Pete Nakos (@PeteNakos_) April 26, 2025

Gavin Sawchuk enters transfer portal to escape Sooners’ crowded running back room

This was an expected departure, even considering Sawchuk’s past success with OU. He led the Sooners in rushing in 2023 with 744 yards, averaging 6.2 yards a carry, and nine touchdowns…

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