It sounds like part of a Western movie but it is actually two highly regarded 4 star OL brothers, one a center and the other an experienced OG, who were very high on OU as HS recruits but went to Washington. Now both are entering the portal and OU apparently has a decent chance at them. They don't appear to be the money grubbing overrated, overhyped Lance Heard type, but guys who wanted to be at OU in the first place. Oh well, hope springs eternal. This is from OU Football Brainiacs:
"Follow Up Note on Geirean Hatchett
– Charlie S – Posted on: January 18, 2024
Just wanted to follow up on last night’s note on Washington offensive lineman Geirean Hatchett HERE.
We have confirmed that OU is in contact with Hatchett. Both Bedenbaugh and Venables have spoken with him.
Also, his brother Landen Hatchett (freshman Center at UW – Class of ’23) has announced his intentions to enter the portal. This adds a new twist for the Sooners as I mentioned in the comment section yesterday Landen was very, very high on OU and it is my understanding (from communicating with him) that he preferred OU to UW last cycle but OU already had a center in the fold (Josh Bates). Landen played in nine games for UW at center as a true freshman in the ’23 season.
At any rate, we do believe that OU is in as good of a spot as they want to be with Geirean at the very least and we will keep an eye on Landen.
Another thing I am keeping an eye on is the timing of everything here as OU has started classes so the clock towards enrolling for the spring semester is counting down. If OU pushes all in, this could move very quickly.
Added: Hatchett is set to visit starting today."
