It's one of the busiest — and most important — weeks of the year for Brent Venables and the OU football program as the early signing period arrives.

Alex Golesh won't be able to win his first game as Auburn football 's head coach for another nine months, but this week could provide some of his first victories at the program's helm.

One of the biggest names in Alabama's 2026 recruiting class, Xavier Griffin has officially signed with the Crimson Tide, and will join the program as a potential instant impact player next season.