Oklahoma’s Next Stud Safety: Marcus Wimberly

Marcus Wimberly is a 4 Star recruit who plays Safety at Bauxite High School. Wimberly is ranked as the 310th best recruit in the nation and is ranked as a top 30 Safety in the nation as well. In addition, Wimberly is listed as the #3 recruit in the state of Arkansas and is listed as the #2 Safety in the state of Arkansas. He is committed to play at Oklahoma.

Who are some role models in your life?

My dad and Brian Dawkins.

What artists do you listen to pregame, to get you hyped up?

Key Glock and Meek Mill.

What are the strengths of your game?

My IQ, speed and strength. With these three things you can separate yourself from the other people that claim to be great.

What is your favorite memory of your career?

When I was in the 8th grade and got an interception with my casted broken hand.

Who is the best player you have ever played with or played against in your career?

2025 Arkansas Quarterback commit Grayson Wilson

What is some advice you would give to an aspiring D1 athlete?

Give all of your plans to God because he will guide your steps. Have the mindset that no matter how hard you work, you still aren’t doing enough to be great. Don’t let anyone set your potential for you.

If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be?

Probably the Marshall Islands to see my Marshallese family.

How old were you when you fell in love with the game?

Since I could talk at 2 years old.

If you could meet one sports hero, who would it be?

Brian Dawkins or Inky Johnson.

What is your favorite sports moment, as a fan?

The Ohio State vs Michigan game this year, when the stadium started chanting Zak Zinter’s name after his injury.