Norman, OK— In a triumphant moment for the Oklahoma Sooners football program, wide receiver Deion Burks has been awarded the prestigious Biletnikoff Award, given annually to the nation’s top college wide receiver. Burks’ win comes on the heels of an epic season that solidified his status as one of college football’s elite talents.
Transferring to Oklahoma from Purdue, Burks wasted no time making an immediate impact. With a blend of explosive speed, sharp route-running, and clutch performances, he became the go-to target in the Sooners’ high-powered offense. He finished the season with 91 receptions for 1,482 yards and 15 touchdowns, consistently torching defenses in the Big 12 and beyond.
His defining moment came in a rivalry matchup against Texas, where Burks recorded 11 catches for 203 yards and three touchdowns, including the game-winning score in the final minute. That performance catapulted him into the national spotlight and firmly placed him on the Biletnikoff radar.
“This means everything to me,” Burks said during his acceptance speech. “I want to thank my coaches, teammates, and the fans at Oklahoma who believed in me. I came here to prove myself, and I gave it everything I had every single play.”
Burks becomes the second Sooner in history to win the Biletnikoff, joining Dede Westbrook, who claimed the honor in 2016. His win also underscores Oklahoma’s continued tradition of producing elite offensive playmakers.
NFL scouts have taken notice, and Burks is now projected to be a first-round pick in the upcoming draft. But for now, the spotlight belongs to the dynamic receiver who turned heads all season and etched his name in college football history.
Deion Burks is the Biletnikoff Award winner — and the nation knows his name.