OU quarterback Trevor Knight has been given full release to explore transfer options and play his final year of eligibility at another school, coach Bob Stoops announced Friday.
The release was first reported by SoonerScoop.com Thursday.
Knight has not made a final decision to transfer and will remain with the Sooners through the College Football Playoff, Stoops and Knight indicated in a press release.
"Trevor has been unbelievable during his time as a Sooner," Stoops said in the release. "I can't say enough about him and what he's meant to our program. He will graduate this month and has told us that he would like to investigate the possibility of finishing his career elsewhere. We understand him wanting to explore his options and will be happy for him if he's able to find a good fit."
Knight is expected to graduate in Spring 2016 and will be eligible to play immediately if he chooses to transfer.
He started 15 games for Oklahoma from 2013-14, including the 2013 Sugar Bowl, when he threw for 348 yards and four touchdowns in a victory over No. 3 Alabama.
"My decision to reach out and communicate with other potential programs is something I feel I must do in order to see if there is a perfect fit for my senior season," Knight said in the release. "I can promise you that no one is more proud to be a Sooner than I am, and in no way shape or form will this take away from my excitement and commitment heading into the championship season. I am truly touched by the support from both Coach Stoops and Coach (Lincoln) Riley, as well as all of Sooner Nation during this time.
"Enough about me. Let's go beat the Tigers. Boomer!"
Knight threw for 3,424 yards, 25 touchdowns and 19 interceptions in 24 career games at OU. He also rushed for 853 yards and eight touchdowns.
Despite being beaten out for the starting job in 2015 by Baker Mayfield, Knight saw action in six games, piling up 305 yards and two touchdowns, including one to his twin brother, tight end Connor Knight, Oct. 31 at Kansas.
