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| HT/WT: 6-1, 230 lbs |
| Birthplace: Tulsa, OK |
| Age: 23 |
| Class: Senior |
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1:53Michigan Back Into AP Top 25 After Upset Win Over Oklahoma
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1:24Path to the Field: QB Bryce Underwood
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1:54Most Important Players: No. 11 Oklahoma at Michigan
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1:45Brent Venables details realistic timeline for Oklahoma's late transfer portal additions to provide impact this season
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1:53Bryce Underwood's Job Not Secure After Week 1
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0:50CFB Power Rankings: Miami No. 2 After Dominant Road ACC Win
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2:50Brent Venables' opening thoughts after Oklahoma's 51-0 win over UTEP
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Draft Scouting Report
Pro Comparison: Cole Holcomb
Summary
Owen Heinecke is a versatile linebacker who transitioned from collegiate lacrosse into a defensive role at Oklahoma. A former preferred walk-on, he is a disciplined, effort-driven player who diagnoses quickly and attacks downhill against the run. While still developing as a full-time defender, his speed and toughness point to value on special teams and in a depth role.
About
- 2025: 74 tackles, 12 TFL, 3.0 sacks, 1 INT, 4 PD (started final five games)
- 2021: Played lacrosse at Ohio State
Strengths
- Quick to trigger downhill and disrupt run plays.
- Solid range with the speed to contribute in coverage.
- Good timing as a blitzer to generate backfield pressure.
Weaknesses
- Can play out of control, leading to missed tackles.
- Has trouble disengaging from larger offensive linemen.
- Limited experience as a starter with a smaller sample of defensive snaps.
Combine Data
- 40-yard dash: 4.62 seconds
- Vertical jump: 34.5 inches
- Broad jump: 9 feet, 11 inches
- 3-cone drill: 7.15 seconds
