The team was led by Bob Stoops in his fourth season as head coach.

They received an automatic berth to play in their first Rose Bowl in school history, where they beat the Washington State Cougars, 34–14.

Following the season, Andre Woolfolk was selected 28th overall in the 2003 NFL draft, along with Quentin Griffin in the 4th round, Jimmy Wilkerson in the 6th, and Trent Smith in the 7th.

Roster The 2003 NFL draft was held on April 26–27, 2003 at the Theatre at Madison Square Garden in New York City.

The following Oklahoma players were either selected or signed as undrafted free agents following the draft.