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NORMAN — Oklahoma football owns plenty of stars in the EA Sports College Football 27 video game.
The third iteration of the game since it was discontinued over a decade ago released Thursday and the Sooners had three players ranked in the top 100.
Defensive lineman David Stone, cornerback Eli Bowen and wide receiver Isaiah Sategna III were ranked as the No. 13, No. 91 and No. 98-ranked players, respectively, in the video game. Stone is rated 94 overall, while Bowen and Sategna both came in at 90 overall.
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Quarterback John Mateer was rated as the 10th best quarterback in the game at 89 overall. Mateer ranks as the fourth best quarterback in the SEC behind Mississippi’s Trinidad Chambliss, Texas’ Arch Manning and LSU’s Sam Leavitt.
Mateer had an up-and-down first season in Norman that saw him throw 14 touchdowns and 11 interceptions, while battling a hand injury. But after a strong spring and based on the clips that circulated from the Manning Passing Academy, expectations are sky-high for Year 2.
Stone, the top rated defensive tackle in the game, owns ratings of 94 strength and 87 awareness. The Del City native played in all 13 games and made two starts last season, leading all defensive tackles on the team with 42 total tackles.
At 6-foot-3, 315 pounds, Stone is projected to be one of the best defensive linemen in the country this season and a first-round pick in the 2027 NFL Draft.
Bowen boasts 93 speed, 90 agility, 92 change of direction and 88 awareness. Mateer owns 92 acceleration, 95 toughness and 92 throw on the run.
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Here’s a look at the top 10 OU football players in the game by their rating:
∎ David Stone, DT, 94 overall
∎ Eli Bowen, CB, 90 overall
∎ Isaiah Sategna III, WR, 90 overall
∎ John Mateer, QB, 89 overall
∎ Kip Lewis, MLB, 89 overall
∎ Peyton Bowen, SS, 87 overall
∎ Tate Sandell, K, 87 overall
∎ Taylor Wein, EDGE, 87 overall
∎ Trell Harris, WR, 87 overall
∎ Jayden Jackson, DT, 86 overall
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In EA Sports College Football 27’s top 25 overall team rankings, the Sooners are ranked No. 10 with an 87 overall rating. OU ranks behind four SEC teams including Texas (No. 5), LSU (No. 6), Mississippi (No. 8) and Georgia (No. 9).
The Sooners own the No. 10 offense and the No. 9 defense in the game. Alabama, Georgia, Indiana, Notre Dame, Ohio State, Oregon, Texas and Texas Tech own better defenses, according to the game.
OU’s Gaylord Family — Oklahoma Memorial Stadium ranked as the No. 11 toughest place to play in EA Sports College Football 27’s rankings.
The Sooners’ home stadium ranked behind two venues they’ll visit during the 2026 season — Georgia’s Sanford Stadium at No. 4 and Florida’s Ben Hill Griffin Stadium at No. 7. Michigan Stadium, which OU will travel to Sept. 12, ranks one spot behind the Sooners at No. 12.
The game factored in historical stats such as home winning percentage, home game attendance, active home winning streaks, team prestige and more with rankings subject to change in later iterations of the game. Known as the "Palace on the Prairie," the stadium seats a capacity of 80,126.
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It’s easy to point out players who might’ve deserved better ratings. Peyton Bowen and Wein immediately come to mind.
Bowen is an athletic freak who was named to the All-SEC Second Team last season after registering 47 tackles, one tackle for loss, two interceptions and a team-high seven pass breakups. Wein, also an All-SEC Second Team honoree, led the Sooners with 15 tackles for loss and seven sacks.
There are also players who have yet to showcase their talents who are expected to flash and contribute in 2027. Wide receiver Mackenzie Alleyne (71), running back Lloyd Avant (82), offensive lineman Emarion Harris (79), defensive lineman Danny Okoye (76), defensive lineman Nigel Smith (75) and wide receiver Elijah Thomas (78) could see their ratings improve dramatically as the season progresses.
Colton Sulley covers the Oklahoma Sooners for The Oklahoman. Order “BOOM TIMES: The Oklahoma Sooners’ Epic Charge to the 2026 College World Series Title” at Sooners.ChampsBook.com. Have a story idea for Colton? He can be reached at [email protected] or on X/Twitter at @colton_sulley. Support Colton’s work and that of other Oklahoman journalists by purchasing a digital subscription today at subscribe.oklahoman.com.
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The third iteration of the game since it was discontinued over a decade ago released Thursday and the Sooners had three players ranked in the top 100.
Defensive lineman David Stone, cornerback Eli Bowen and wide receiver Isaiah Sategna III were ranked as the No. 13, No. 91 and No. 98-ranked players, respectively, in the video game. Stone is rated 94 overall, while Bowen and Sategna both came in at 90 overall.
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Quarterback John Mateer was rated as the 10th best quarterback in the game at 89 overall. Mateer ranks as the fourth best quarterback in the SEC behind Mississippi’s Trinidad Chambliss, Texas’ Arch Manning and LSU’s Sam Leavitt.
Mateer had an up-and-down first season in Norman that saw him throw 14 touchdowns and 11 interceptions, while battling a hand injury. But after a strong spring and based on the clips that circulated from the Manning Passing Academy, expectations are sky-high for Year 2.
Stone, the top rated defensive tackle in the game, owns ratings of 94 strength and 87 awareness. The Del City native played in all 13 games and made two starts last season, leading all defensive tackles on the team with 42 total tackles.
At 6-foot-3, 315 pounds, Stone is projected to be one of the best defensive linemen in the country this season and a first-round pick in the 2027 NFL Draft.
Bowen boasts 93 speed, 90 agility, 92 change of direction and 88 awareness. Mateer owns 92 acceleration, 95 toughness and 92 throw on the run.
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OU football player rankings in EA College Football 27
Here’s a look at the top 10 OU football players in the game by their rating:
∎ David Stone, DT, 94 overall
∎ Eli Bowen, CB, 90 overall
∎ Isaiah Sategna III, WR, 90 overall
∎ John Mateer, QB, 89 overall
∎ Kip Lewis, MLB, 89 overall
∎ Peyton Bowen, SS, 87 overall
∎ Tate Sandell, K, 87 overall
∎ Taylor Wein, EDGE, 87 overall
∎ Trell Harris, WR, 87 overall
∎ Jayden Jackson, DT, 86 overall
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OU football team rankings EA College Football 27
In EA Sports College Football 27’s top 25 overall team rankings, the Sooners are ranked No. 10 with an 87 overall rating. OU ranks behind four SEC teams including Texas (No. 5), LSU (No. 6), Mississippi (No. 8) and Georgia (No. 9).
The Sooners own the No. 10 offense and the No. 9 defense in the game. Alabama, Georgia, Indiana, Notre Dame, Ohio State, Oregon, Texas and Texas Tech own better defenses, according to the game.
OU’s Gaylord Family — Oklahoma Memorial Stadium ranked as the No. 11 toughest place to play in EA Sports College Football 27’s rankings.
The Sooners’ home stadium ranked behind two venues they’ll visit during the 2026 season — Georgia’s Sanford Stadium at No. 4 and Florida’s Ben Hill Griffin Stadium at No. 7. Michigan Stadium, which OU will travel to Sept. 12, ranks one spot behind the Sooners at No. 12.
The game factored in historical stats such as home winning percentage, home game attendance, active home winning streaks, team prestige and more with rankings subject to change in later iterations of the game. Known as the "Palace on the Prairie," the stadium seats a capacity of 80,126.
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Which OU football players could see their ratings rise?
It’s easy to point out players who might’ve deserved better ratings. Peyton Bowen and Wein immediately come to mind.
Bowen is an athletic freak who was named to the All-SEC Second Team last season after registering 47 tackles, one tackle for loss, two interceptions and a team-high seven pass breakups. Wein, also an All-SEC Second Team honoree, led the Sooners with 15 tackles for loss and seven sacks.
There are also players who have yet to showcase their talents who are expected to flash and contribute in 2027. Wide receiver Mackenzie Alleyne (71), running back Lloyd Avant (82), offensive lineman Emarion Harris (79), defensive lineman Danny Okoye (76), defensive lineman Nigel Smith (75) and wide receiver Elijah Thomas (78) could see their ratings improve dramatically as the season progresses.
Colton Sulley covers the Oklahoma Sooners for The Oklahoman. Order “BOOM TIMES: The Oklahoma Sooners’ Epic Charge to the 2026 College World Series Title” at Sooners.ChampsBook.com. Have a story idea for Colton? He can be reached at [email protected] or on X/Twitter at @colton_sulley. Support Colton’s work and that of other Oklahoman journalists by purchasing a digital subscription today at subscribe.oklahoman.com.
This article originally appeared on Oklahoman: Where are OU football players ranked in EA Sports College Football 27?
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