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Former Oklahoma State RB Jaden Nixon Transfers to Western Michigan
After three seasons at Oklahoma State, former Cowboys running back Jaden Nixon has found a new home at Western Michigan.
More #OKState transfer news: Looks like former running back Jaden Nixon has transferred to Western Michigan. Last season, Nixon had 50 carries for 197 yards and a touchdown.https://t.co/8yROK36Umc pic.twitter.com/XrCmffnhCN
— McClain (@McclainBaxley) July 23, 2024
Nixon appeared on the Broncos’ roster after initially entering the transfer portal in December following a third season in the Pokes running back rotation.
While the Frisco Lone Star (TX) product had a decent year in 2023, tallying 320 yards from scrimmage and two touchdowns, Nixon would likely be buried on the depth chart once again with Doak Walker Award winner Ollie Gordon II returning to OSU for another season.
Additionally, Kasey Dunn and company added former Arkansas and Tulsa Union (OK) running back AJ Green and former Indiana bruiser Trent Howland over the offseason to help add depth to the position group. While Green is likely going to miss the majority the 2024 season with an undisclosed leg injury, Howland and Gordon could be a solid veteran duo in the new-look Big 12.
For Nixon, the change of scenery gives the Dallas-area product a fresh start and the opportunity to earn more touches than Oklahoma State’s offense would be able to give him this season. In three years with the Cowboys, Nixon racked up 815 yards from scrimmage and three touchdowns.
One of the biggest moments of Nixon’s career in Stillwater came with just over three minutes left against BYU last season, when the 5-foot-10, 185-pound tailback caught a swing pass behind the line of scrimmage and ran through a tackle on fourth down to pick up a crucial first down that helped OSU secure a victory and a berth in the conference title game.
This was the most underrated play of the night. Jaden Nixon just breaking out the truck stick with the game on the line. pic.twitter.com/TtxPEDAS3A
— Kyle Snyder🤠 (@KyleSnyderOG) November 26, 2023
Coming out of high school, Nixon was a 3-star prospect, choosing the Pokes over Tulsa, UTSA, North Texas, Nevada and others.
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OKLAHOMA CITY (KOKH) — If you have been waiting for the opening of a popular fast-food chain in Oklahoma City, your wait is almost over.
On Tuesday, Bojangles will open its first Oklahoma location in Oklahoma City.
The new restaurant, located at 13135 N. Pennsylvania Ave. in Oklahoma City, has a list of events planned throughout opening day.
The first 100 guests in line on April 28th will receive a $100 gift card and exclusive, Oklahoma City -themed merchandise.
Also, 10 dine-in guests can enter for a chance to win free Bojangles breakfast for a year.
At 3 p.m. on April 28, the restaurant will transform into a full-scale block party. Guests will be able to enjoy a live DJ, a mechanical bull, branded merchandise, and a sweepstakes.
“We are ecstatic about introducing Bojangles to Oklahoma and bringing our unique Southern charm to the market,” said Jose Armario, CEO of Bojangles. “Our recent expansions into new markets have been met with tremendous enthusiasm, and we are confident that the Oklahoma City community will embrace our delicious offerings with the same excitement.”
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The new store will open its doors at 5 a.m. on Tuesday, April 28th.
The Oklahoma City Thunder are taking on the Phoenix Suns in Game 2 of their opening-round series. The OKC Thunder are hoping that they can repeat their Sunday afternoon performance in this contest. Game 2 will be an interesting test with the Suns having more time to prepare.
Phoenix was up against a rock and a hard place in the series opener. The Oklahoma City Thunder not only have the talent advantage but the rest advantage as well. Phoenix punched their ticket to the NBA Playoffs on Friday night by staving off the Golden State Warriors on Friday night before landing in Oklahoma City on Saturday and playing on Saturday afternoon to the tune of a 119-84 blowout Thunder victory.
The NBA has seen plenty of upsets already. The Orlando Magic, Philadelphia 76ers and Portland Trail Blazers have all stolen games from the higher seed. The Thunder know they have to keep the foot on the gas in this contest.
“These series are unpredictable. No 2 games are the same. The minute you make an assumption, you are overconfident, or the minute you go down and you’re overly urgent, that can impact your ability to be present in the next game,” Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault said pregame on Wednesday night.
The Oklahoma City Thunder are seeing the Suns make an adjustment with their starting lineup by inserting Collin Gillespie to give Phoenix a trio of ball handling scoring options alongside Devin Booker and Jalen Green. This gives the Suns hope to be able to find better shot quality against this stifling Thunder defensive unit.
Oklahoma City is healthier now than they have been all season. The Thunder only are missing rookie Thomas Sorber (ACL) who is out for the year. This allows the Bricktown Ballers to roll out their traditional first five in this contest.
Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Phoenix Suns, Game 2 Starting Lineup
Oklahoma City Thunder Starting Lineup
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, G
- Lu Dort, G
- Jalen Williams, F
- Chet Holmgren, F
- Isaiah Hartenstein, C
Phoenix Suns Starting Lineup
- Devin Booker, G
- Jalen Green, G
- Collin Gillespie, G
- Dillon Brooks, F
- Oso Ighodaro, C
The series will shift to Phoenix this weekend as the Oklahoma City Thunder hope to head into Saturday afternoon’s Game 3 with a 2-0 advantage in the series.
Stay tuned to Thunder on SI for complete coverage of the NBA Playoff run for the Oklahoma City Thunder.
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OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLA (KOKH) — The Oklahoma City Fire Department responded to a home fire late Tuesday evening, around 10:42 p.m.
According to OKCFD, fire could be seen from a window of the home located in the 4200 block of N. Phillips Avenue.
Firefighters were able to rescue an adult female from inside the home. No injuries were reported in connection with the fire.
Investigators believe that the fire may have originated from an outlet near the refrigerator that had a power strip plugged in that was supplying multiple appliances.
There was also no smoke detector present within the home.
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