And that’s the game! Texas gets a statement win, taking down No. 6 Oklahoma in the Red River Rivalry 23-6. The Longhorns are now 4-2 on the year.
Coming off the loss to Florida in its Southeastern Conference opener, now-unranked Texas takes on No. 6 Oklahoma at the Allstate Red River Rivalry in Dallas, Texas.
In the all-time series, Texas ousts Oklahoma 64-51, but the Sooners have had success in the 21st century, winning 16 of the last 25. After the 34-3 Texas win in last year’s game, Oklahoma looks to strike its revenge.
Texas, now 3-2, is yet to emerge victorious from a power-five opponent this season. Falling to Ohio State in week one and Florida in week six, the Red River Rivalry is a prove-it game for the Longhorns as they have their third test to see how well they can execute four full quarters of football.
Coming off of hand surgery, Oklahoma quarterback and Heisman candidate John Mateer is starting for the first time in three weeks. The redshirt junior has thrown for 1,215 yards and six touchdowns in four games this season.
Anything can happen at the Cotton Bowl. Texas is a slight favorite, but at the Red River Rivalry, magic tends to be made. Follow this thread for live updates.
