How Many National Championships Did Barry Switzer Win At Oklahoma? A Look At His Legacy

Barry Switzer led the Oklahoma Sooners to three national championships. He also won 12 Big Eight Conference titles, eight bowl wins in 13 appearances, and had a 157-29-4 overall record in 16 seasons as head coach. He is one of the most popular figures in Oklahoma football history.

Switzer’s three national championships came in 1974, 1975, and 1985. The 1974 and 1975 teams were both undefeated and were crowned national champions by the Associated Press and Coaches Poll. The 1985 team finished the season 11-1 and was named national champions by the Coaches Poll, although they did not win the Orange Bowl against Penn State. Switzer’s teams were known for their high-powered offenses and tough defenses. He was also a master motivator and a great recruiter. Switzer’s success on the field led to him being inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 1998. His teams had a winning percentage of 83% throughout his 16-year tenure. The three national championships he won with Oklahoma cemented his place among the greatest coaches in college football history.