Loses LB to UCLA in transfer portal soon

Oklahoma football has lost a key defensive presence, as linebacker Sammi Omosigho officially committed to UCLA through College football transfer portal. The movement represents a a significant offseason development for the Sooners while UCLA secured an experienced addition ahead of the 2026 season.

The Sooners had hoped to keep the veteran presence on the line to begin a key year, but he instead opted for a new opportunity on the West Coast with the Bruins.

The Bruins, eager to bolster their front seven, saw Omosigh as an ideal fit because of his versatility, leadership and proven experience against top offenses in the SEC.

UCLA was looking for defensive reinforcements after multiple NFL transfers and departures, and Omosigh’s arrival immediately bolstered the Bruins’ linebacker corps. He brings SEC playoff experience and consistent production, positioning himself as a key part of the depth chart come spring practice. His decision underscores the growing competitiveness of transfer portals as major programs rebuild their rosters.

The transfer was first reported by Hayes Fawcett of On3Sports and Rivals on X (formerly known as Twitter) confirming Omosigh’s move and the record of his career with the Sooners.

“PLOOM: Oklahoma transfer LB Sammi Omosigho commits to UCLA, agent tells On3Sports

He totaled 97 tackles, 4 PD, 2 sacks and 1 FF during his time with the Sooners”

Omosigho has steadily developed during his time in Norman, earning a starting role in 2025 after contributing in the rotation earlier in his career. He finished that season with 50 tackles, two sacks and three interceptions, emerging as one of Oklahoma’s most reliable defensive players during a 10–3 run to the College Football Playoff. His ability to read offenses ahead of time and adjust on the fly made him a vital communicator in Oklahoma’s defense.

His departure marks a turning point for both programs –Oklahoma has a key void to fillwhile UCLA gets a battle-tested leader. As transfer decisions increasingly reshape rosters, Omosigh’s move reflects the high-stakes nature of modern college football recruiting.