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Lincoln Riley commits future to Oklahoma and ends speculation he is poised to make the jump to the NFL

NFL franchises in search of a head coach this off-season have been dealt a huge blow with news that Oklahoma and Lincoln Riley have agreed a contract extension.

Riley is seen as one of the most creative and innovative offensive minds in the game and many have touted the young coach as a future NFL head coach.

Under his guidance, not only has the 35-year-old led the Sooners to consecutive Big 12 championships and College Football Play-off appearances, he has done so with Baker Mayfield, who was drafted No 1 overall by the Cleveland Browns this year, and Kyler Murray — both going on to win the Heisman trophy.

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