Brent Venables

Head coach Brent Venables during the Walk of Champions on Dec. 19, 2025.

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Georgia State redshirt junior defensive lineman Bishop Thomas has committed to OU, according to On3's Pete Nakos and Hayes Fawcett.

Thomas grew up in New Orleans before recording 57 tackles and two pass deflections at Florida State, Colorado and Georgia State. He finished with 48 tackles and one pass deflection for Georgia State in 2025.

The transfer portal opened on Jan. 2 and will close on Jan. 16.

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