Less than two weeks after entering the portal, the 6’6″ receiver is back in Norman following negotiations facilitated by Elite Athlete Marketing that reaffirmed his commitment to the Sooners program.
NORMAN, Okla. – Ivan Carreon is staying home. The Oklahoma wide receiver who entered the transfer portal on January 6 has officially withdrawn and returned to campus, with Elite Athlete Marketing playing a crucial role in facilitating the negotiations that not only lead to a new contract, but kept the 6’6″ four-star prospect in crimson and cream.
Carreon’s decision to return came after EAM worked with Oklahoma’s coaching staff to clarify his role in the program and ensure the developmental plan matched his long-term goals. The rapid resolution—less than two weeks from portal entry to return (which is nearly unheard of in the current transfer portal environment)—demonstrates how professional representation can cut through uncertainty and create clear pathways forward.
“OU has always been my home and where I have always wanted to play,” said Carreon in a statement provided by Elite Athlete Marketing. “Coach Jones has been with me and mentored me from day one, and with the addition of Coach Witten it solidified that OU is the premier program in the country and where I want to be.”
Carreon’s freshman season showed his potential when injuries forced him into action. He logged 190 offensive snaps and caught 10 passes for 89 yards, including a seven-catch, 77-yard breakout against Navy in the Armed Forces Bowl. His sophomore year brought reduced opportunities—just 71 snaps—though offensive coordinator Ben Arbuckle praised his offseason body transformation.
Now Carreon returns to a receiver room where he’s the only remaining member of the 2024 recruiting class. He’ll compete for rotation spots behind Trell Harris, Isaiah Sategna, and Parker Livingstone alongside depth options including Jer’Michael Carter, Elijah Thomas, and incoming freshmen.
The addition of Coach Witten to the staff factored heavily in Carreon’s decision. Combined with his existing relationship with Coach Jones, Carreon felt confident the program offers the best environment for his development.
For Elite Athlete Marketing, the successful negotiation represents exactly what professional representation should accomplish—facilitating clear communication between athlete and program to help talented players make informed decisions rather than reactive ones.
About Ivan Carreon
Ivan Carreon is a 6’6″, 225-pound wide receiver from Odessa, Texas, who signed with Oklahoma as a four-star prospect in the 2024 recruiting class. He holds Odessa High School records for career receptions (192), receiving yards (3,315), and receiving touchdowns (40). Ivan is represented by Elite Athlete Marketing (EAM).
