Oklahoma coach Bob Stoops' humility, loyalty keys to his long-term success
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}Oklahoma head coach Bob Stoops answers a question during a news conference in Norman, Okla., Monday, Aug. 25, 2014. Some uncertainties have cleared up as No. 4 Oklahoma prepares to open the season Saturday against Louisiana Tech. (AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki) (The Associated Press)
Oklahoma coach Bob Stoops hasn't let his success go to his head.
Stoops is the only coach to have won every BCS bowl game and a national title. Last season, he passed Barry Switzer as Oklahoma's winningest coach. He has a career record of 160-39 and closed last season with a stunning upset victory over Alabama in the Sugar Bowl.
Even with all the pats on the back, Stoops conducted business as usual during the offseason.
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}Oklahoma athletic director Joe Castiglione said he respects the fact that Stoops doesn't consider success a birthright. Even with a No. 4 preseason ranking, Stoops has constantly reminded folks that this team hasn't accomplished anything yet. His Sooners open the season Saturday at home against Louisiana Tech.