The Great Oklahoma Sooner Counting Conundrum: How Many National Titles Do They Actually Have?
Ah, the Oklahoma Sooners. A team steeped in rich tradition, a crimson tide (well, more orange really) of their own, and a trophy cabinet overflowing with...well, that's the question we're here to answer, isn't it?
There's no denying the Sooners' gridiron prowess. They've churned out Heisman winners like a bakery cranks out cupcakes, and their fight song is practically a national anthem in Oklahoma (just don't tell Alabama that). But when it comes to counting national championships, things get a little...complicated.
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The Official Tally: Seven Up!
According to the Associated Press (AP) poll, the old-school way of crowning champions before the fancy Bowl Championship Series (BCS) came along, the Sooners have a cool seven national titles under their belt. That puts them in third place for most championships in the post-WWII era, right behind the Alabama Crimson Tide's staggering 12 and the Notre Dame Fighting Irish's respectable 8. Not too shabby, huh?
But Wait, There's More! (Maybe)
Now, things get interesting. See, back in the day, there wasn't one, unified system for declaring a national champion. Different polls and computer rankings would all throw their hats in the ring, sometimes picking different teams. So, the Sooners, ever the overachievers, can also lay claim to 10 additional years where various selectors deemed them national champions.
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So, how many is that? Seven from the AP poll, plus 10 from other selectors...we're at 17, folks. But hold on to your Sooner Schooners, because...
Reality Check: Here's the Catch
Those extra 10 titles? Well, let's just say they're a bit more debatable than the AP wins. Some folks consider them legitimate, others view them as "mythical" championships. It's kind of like that trophy you got for "Most Enthusiastic Participation" in elementary school soccer. It's nice, sure, but maybe not for bragging rights at the pub.
The bottom line? The universally recognized number for Oklahoma's national championships is seven. But hey, if you want to include the others in casual conversation, more power to you. Just be prepared for some good-natured ribbing from rival fans.
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How Many National Championships Do the Sooners Have? FAQ
1. How to definitively say how many national championships Oklahoma has?
Stick with the seven recognized by the AP poll. It's the cleanest, most widely accepted number.
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2. How to impress your friends with obscure Sooner trivia?
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Casually mention the 10 additional years where Oklahoma was picked champion by other selectors. Just be ready to explain the "mythical" title debate.
3. How to avoid arguments with die-hard fans?
Don't get into a shouting match about the exact number. It's all about celebrating a storied program, right?
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4. How to show your Sooner pride?
Rock that crimson (or orange) gear with confidence!
5. How to get yourself pumped for the next Sooner season?
Just say "Boomer Sooner!" a bunch of times. It's scientifically proven to increase excitement levels. (Not really, but it sounds fun, doesn't it?)
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