Venables Selects Littrell as Offensive Coordinator, Finley as Co-Coordinator

NORMAN — Big news for Oklahoma! Following the departure of former offensive coordinator Jeff Lebby on Sunday to become head coach at Mississippi State, Oklahoma head coach Brent Venables just announced on Wednesday that Seth Littrell has been promoted to offensive coordinator and that tight ends coach Joe Jon Finley has been elevated to co-offensive coordinator.

Littrell, who has been an offensive analyst for the Sooners this season following a seven-year head coaching stint at North Texas, will coach quarterbacks and serve as OU’s offensive play-caller. Finley, wrapping up his third season on OU’s staff, will continue to coach tight ends and will play an increased role in offensive game-planning and oversight.

Venables is excited about the new changes, saying, “I’m thrilled to announce two former OU players as our new brain trust on offense. Seth and Joe Jon are going to make an amazing duo and lead a fantastic group of offensive coaches. 

The adjustments are a homecoming for Seth. Venables mentioned, “He was one of my favorite players, even though I didn’t coach him directly. It’s awesome to be able to welcome Seth back in a coaching role. Our guys are going to love what he brings to the table every day.

And it’s not just Seth who’s making a welcome return! Joe Jon has been a part of the OU family since he was 17, and now he’s back in an enhanced role, which is fantastic for the team! He’s one of the best teachers and motivators I’ve been around. He’s incredibly bright and our players are going to love him in his enhanced role. He knows our system inside and out and he’s going to be a great head coach in the near future.

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