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Sam Bradford’s father says the OU QB is making sure he makes the right move
OU football: It’s no snap decision

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Published: January 14, 2009


Oklahoma City mayor Mick Cornett, right, reads a proclamation to Sam Bradford declaring Tuesday as "Sam Bradford Day." Also attending the ceremony at the city council meeting, from left, were Putnam North football coach Bob Wilson, father Kent Bradford and mother Martha Bradford. The next proclamation could come from Sam Bradford regarding his draft staus. Photo BY PAUL B. SOUTHERLAND, THE OKLAHOMAn

NORMANKent Bradford, the father of Oklahoma quarterback Sam Bradford, said his son is taking the time to make sure his decision about whether to stay in school or declare for the NFL Draft is the right one.

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"I think he kind of knows what he would like,” Kent told The Oklahoman in a phone interview Tuesday. "He’s just trying to be sure that his choice is the actual proper choice.”

Kent said he didn’t know when his son would make an announcement — nor disclose what the announcement would be — but said that it would probably come through the university.

"When he feels it’s right,” Kent said, "he’ll let the right people know.”

Sam, who Kent said received a first-round projection from the NFL Draft Advisory Committee, is projected by most draft analysts to be one of the top two quarterbacks taken in the draft if he comes out.

The Sooners are still also waiting on the decisions of junior tight end Jermaine Gresham and junior offensive tackle Trent Williams, who have both said they’re considering leaving early for the NFL.

Gresham received a first-round projection from the Advisory Committee; Williams, a second-round.

The trio has until midnight Thursday to declare for the draft. Players who declare have 72 hours after the deadline to change their minds, assuming they haven’t hired an agent.

Monday, defensive tackle Gerald McCoy told The Oklahoman that he would not enter the draft and would return to school for his junior season.

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Adam-read your own response "the first winner in the new stadium will be the long horns". Again they are not playing, therefore, they can not win. I even typed it real slow for you.
Greg, Edmond - Jan 15, 2009 at 10:29 am
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who really cares!
jon, oklahoma city - Jan 15, 2009 at 6:56 am
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Well Chad 2wife Smith the Chief has A lot of the Fake Cherokee OU shirt left over.
2wife sure is No Roll model for the Proud Cherokee.
He is up in DC now trying to get over his hangover.
Look at him on his Cherokee org site video.
He sure looks bad with the bag's under his eyes.
I wonder which wife he took with him or did he bring both?
A, watauga - Jan 15, 2009 at 4:34 am
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adam, how many championships has mack brown won w/out vince young?
ZERO
J, Crowder - Jan 14, 2009 at 4:33 pm
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adam, 3 time defending big 12 champs (6 total), suck it.
J, Crowder - Jan 14, 2009 at 4:32 pm
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Greg, 3 out of the last 4 years gooners lost. And no matter what happens during the season...at the end of the season...ou will be sent home packin. AGAIN! The NEW OHIO STATE! CHOKE-lahoma!
Jason, Tulsa - Jan 14, 2009 at 3:35 pm
OU press conference called for 4:30...Bradford is announcing he's leaving OU to go into the NFL..."I can't take the choking anymore.."
Cooter, Cooterville - Jan 14, 2009 at 2:35 pm
m...really EVERY Heisman winner? EVERY one? Your name calling says alot about you...maybe look in the mirror and you might not like what you see.
Jolly, Edmond - Jan 14, 2009 at 1:46 pm
Adam-You need to get out more. The Longhorns wull not be the first winner-they are not playing. I know Mack will be whining to be declared the winner even though they are not in the game, but probably not going to happen, so let's start now. OU vs BYU...Texas can not win the game. Texas is not even playing in the new stadium the first year. Geez-what a tool!!
Greg, Edmond - Jan 14, 2009 at 1:45 pm
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Bradford will be quarterbacking the Detroit Lions next season.
Bob, Signal Hill - Jan 14, 2009 at 1:37 pm
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As a fellow Cherokee, I hope Sam stays at OU. He is a roll model for young Native American kids in NE Oklahoma as well as across the nation. Staying in school would show them that getting an education is above all what can give a person the tools for lifelong success.
Mark, Tahlequah - Jan 14, 2009 at 1:06 pm
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Michael from Dallas, that is a random comment. Yes, I do agree with you the first two college teams will be the gooners and Longhorns but the first winner in the new stadium will be the long horns. Mack Brown will continue his tenure with another win against those goons from norman. By the way if you haven't been to Houston you may want to see all the pastures we have...just about none. Maybe you should drive your schooner out to YOUR pasture to get a nooner and get buck kick'd in the face and have YOUR three teeth shatter about the place! Yeah 'go sooners'-the NEW OHIO STATE'! CHOKE-LAHOMA!!!
Jason, Tulsa - Jan 14, 2009 at 1:06 pm
As a fellow Cherokee, I hope Sam stays at OU. He is a roll model for young Native American kids in NE Oklahoma as well as across the nation. Staying in school would show them that getting an education is above all what can give a person the tools for lifelong success.
Mark, Tahlequah - Jan 14, 2009 at 1:05 pm
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I hope he, and the others, stay at OU until graduation, But I most definitely understand the issue of dollars and cents. Sam, Jermaine and Trent, I, for one, will understand if you go but sincerely hope your decision is to return and take us to another chance at a national championship!
Ray, St. Robert - Jan 14, 2009 at 12:50 pm
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Jolly - Every Heisman winner is given that honor by their home towns you moron.
m., Oklahoma City - Jan 14, 2009 at 12:33 pm
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The Conspiracy Theorist would say interesting timing on the "Sam Bradford Day" only a couple of days before a decision is going to be made. Now OU or their rabid fans would NEVER try to brainwash him now would they? Hmmmmmm
Jolly, Edmond - Jan 14, 2009 at 11:49 am
Brian in midwest city. What? I'm not allowed a typo or two. It's a blog. Fuggedaboudit.
Stuart, Brooklyn - Jan 14, 2009 at 11:46 am
Careful about insulting TX players; the majority of OU's roster year over year is made up of TX born players. If I were Mack Brown I'd love to poach a premier OK player once in a while... I'm sure Brown is still upset about losing Adrian to OU. Besides Colt carried that team. There's no reason for UT to be envious of Sam or Tebow.

I waiting...
Tom, Austin - Jan 14, 2009 at 11:23 am
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Boy, from an observer from the East Coast it sure seems like the folks in Texas sure are envious of you fine citizens of Oklahoma. With all the high school talent they have in Texas, Mack Brown shouldn't be trying to talk his way into a game rather he might try winning all his games!
Chip, Chesapeake - Jan 14, 2009 at 11:12 am
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Boy, from an observer from the East Coast it sure seems like the folks in Texas sure are envious of you fine citizens of Oklahoma. With all the high school talent they have in Texas, Mack Brown shouldn't be trying to talk his way into a game rather he might try winning all his games!
Chip, Chesapeake - Jan 14, 2009 at 11:07 am
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Boy, from an observer from the East Coast it sure seems like the folks in Texas sure are envious of you fine citizens of Oklahoma. With all the high school talent they have in Texas, Mack Brown shouldn't be trying to talk his way into a game rather he might try winning all his games!
Chip, Chesapeake - Jan 14, 2009 at 11:06 am
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Hey Adam from Houston,

Get your tongue out of Tebows rear you cow-lick and dont be upset because the Great State of TEJAS hasnt officially set-aside a Colt McCoy day.....Oh Yea which one of the 2 College Football Teams will be the first to set-foot in as well as be the first to play in the Brand New Jerry World Stadium in Arlington,TEXAS Home of the Dallas Cowboys??? anybody??anybody??...thats right the OKLAHOMA SOONERS!!!
Now go back to the pasture and chew your cud on that.
See ya in October

GO SOONERS!!!!!
MICHAEL, Dallas - Jan 14, 2009 at 10:56 am
Just because Gresham got an A+ on his draft card, which means he is 1st round material, doesn't mean he will go in the 1st. Most NFL teams won't take a tightend in the first 2 rounds. Gresham is smart and the only reason you haven't heard from him is because he is waiting for Bradford. But both he and McCoy along with several other players and a few coaches have been really pushing for Bradford to come back. If OU had a decent QB waiting to step in with some experience, then Gresham would be back in a heart beat. He has said many times before that he loves playing at OU and wants to play next year for OU and that he isn't in any hurry to get to the NFL. At the same time, however, he knows that it could hurt his chances having to learn how to work with a freshman QB with no game experience. And so while he might not want to leave before his senior year, he realizes that it would be the best thing for his future to do just that if Bradford decides to come out. Trent Williams I think has the toughest decision to make because he got back a B - grade. He would be risking a ton whatever he decides. If he stays, he will be moved to left tackle and would have to learn and excel at a new position in just one years time to improve his draft rating. If he can’t then his stock will drop way down and he will be left going sometime during the second day of the draft. If he succeeds, then he could be a top 10 pick next year and make tens of millions more than what he would get now. Just depends on how confident the guy is and if he is willing to gamble with those issues. I personally think 2 out of the 3 remaining will be back… I hope all 3 do but that is just my gut feeling.
m., Oklahoma City - Jan 14, 2009 at 10:54 am
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Which of you opinionated posters is the real NFL expert? Please stand up. I love how everyone knows what he should do. If he was my son, take the money and run. I would love for him to remain a Sooner, but lets be serious, we are talking millions of $$$$. Good luck Sam we will miss you or see you next year in Norman. Either way GOOD LUCK. Boomer Sooner
Jim, Bedford - Jan 14, 2009 at 10:40 am
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Jolly, sorry to keep dissagreeing with you. I mean no disrespect. I think developing his "run for his life routine" WOULD help him be a better NFL players. The reason most NFL QB's are from 2nd tier teams is because they are used to playing against superior defenses, used to making something out of nothing and used to getting hammered every other play. I agree that Gresham will be good in the NFL. I disagree that playing with an unproven QB would hurt him. He just has to make his blocks and catch the balls thrown to him. NFL guys dont care about stats. I dont think Gresham staying would either hurt or help him from a money standpoint. It could help if he improves his blocking. It could hurt if he gets injured.
matt, Moore - Jan 14, 2009 at 10:40 am
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