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By the numbers: Texas outgains Oklahoma in Red River Rivalry loss

Looking at the final numbers in Texas’ sour defeat.

The No. 3 Texas Longhorns dropped a stunner on Saturday to rival No. 12 Oklahoma, 34-30. Every year, the Red River Rivalry brings out the best of both teams and previous records and statistics must be thrown out.

Texas only had the lead twice in the game, and the first one was an 85-yard drive that ended with quarterback Quinn Ewers finding tight end Gunnar Helm in the end zone for a 22-yard pitch and catch on fourth down.

The second time Texas took the lead was in the fourth quarter when they capped off an 11-play, 55-yard drive with a 47-yard field goal by Bert Auburn.

Head coach Steve Sarkisian ultimately left too much time on the clock for Oklahoma, in which they scored in just under a minute to take the lead back and win the game.

Despite three crucial injuries to key players, including Jake Majors at center, Jalen Catalon at safety, and Ja’Tavion Sanders at tight end, and three turnovers, Texas only lost by four points on the biggest stage yet.

Although Texas outgained Oklahoma, the only thing that matters is the win. Here are the final numbers in Texas’ defeat versus Oklahoma.

Steve Sarkisian on missed red zone opportunities: “We’ve got to game plan better”

Steve Sarkisian commented on the missed red zone opportunities.

No. 3 Texas dropped a thriller to No. 12 Oklahoma, 34-30. Texas seemed to be gaining momentum in the fourth quarter, driving down the field to the one yard line.

Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian then called three straight runs up the middle and ended up losing a yard. On 4th & goal on the Oklahoma two-yard line, Quinn Ewers completed a one-yard pass to Xavier Worthy and was stopped.

Sarkisian commented on the failed red zone attempts and said this.

“We’ve got to game plan better. We’ve got to execute better. It’s pretty simple.”

That drive ended up being costly, as Texas needed points that drive to tie the game.

We will have to wait two weeks to see how Texas responds, as the Longhorns don’t play until Oct. 21 when they face the University of Houston.

Texas defense disappears in heartbreaking loss to Oklahoma

Texas’ defense struggled against Oklahoma.

The No. 12 Oklahoma Sooners defeated No. 3 Texas in the annual Red River Rivalry, 34-30.Texas’ defense seemed to disappear, allowing 201 rushing yards to the Sooners.

The Texas Longhorns gave up a touchdown with just 15 seconds left in the game with a pass by Dillon Gabriel to the corner of the endzone to put the Sooners up by four.

It seemed like the tide was shifting in favor of Texas after forcing Oklahoma to punt with 1:47 left in the game.

The Longhorns then drove down the field, and with the help of kicker Bert Auburn made the game 30-27.

The defense then allowed a five-play 75-yard drive, only taking one minute to put Oklahoma back on top.

Oklahoma dominated the trenches all game in which not a lot of people predicted. The Texas defensive line cause no pressure, which gave Gabriel time to throw and make plays on his legs when he needed to.

Texas now has to sit on this loss for two weeks before they take on Houston on October 21st.

Steve Sarkisian calls his best games during Red River Rivalry

Sark brings his A game when it comes to facing Oklahoma.

Texas head football coach Steve Sarkisian has his best games when Oklahoma is on the other side of the football field.

Since taking the head coaching position, Sark is averaging 48.5 points per game in the Red River Shootout, while averaging just over 40 points in every other game during his Texas tenure.

Sarkisian is one of the best offensive minds in college football and knows how to get a team going.

He seems to have less movement and more standard playcalling against nonconference teams and then dials it up with motion and ways to get the other team off balance when it comes to bigger opponents.

Sarkisian will need to be on top of his game when the clock strikes 11 a.m. CT, and the only way Texas could lose this game is if Sark gets out-coached.

Texas vs. Oklahoma: Which team is under more pressure this week?

Is No. 3 Texas or No. 12 Oklahoma under more pressure?

This Saturday isn’t a normal one. Texas and Oklahoma take the field for one of the top rivalries in all of college football. Continue reading “Texas vs. Oklahoma: Which team is under more pressure this week?”

Texas Football: Analyzing Oklahoma’s schedule so far

Looking at Oklahoma’s previous opponents and what lies next after Red River Rivalry.

Oklahoma hasn’t necessarily faced a tough opponent yet. After Saturday’s game against Texas, the Sooners have arguably the easiest path to the playoffs in all of college football. I get that you can only play who is in front of you, but the reason the Sooners’ overall statistics are eye-popping is because of their opponents.

I am not moved by a 73-0 victory over Arkansas State and a 66-17 win over Tulsa. Oklahoma also has victories over SMU (28-11), Cincinnati (20-6), and Iowa State (50-20).

No. 3 Texas will be the only ranked team that No. 12 Oklahoma has played and could be the last. The game on Saturday will be the ultimate test for both teams, and previous statistics and records do not matter.

Why? Because it’s the Red River Shootout. Nothing else matters besides the roaring crowd of Longhorns and Sooners combined, all screaming from the top of their lungs in a packed Cotton Bowl in Dallas, Texas.

Texas and Oklahoma will battle it out at 11:00 a.m. CT in their final Red River Shootout as a member of the Big 12 conference.

Five thoughts on the day after Texas’ 55-48 loss to Oklahoma

Some more thoughts 24 hours after Texas’ loss.

Expecting a boring Red River Shootout would be foolish. The game always delivers. Heartbreak, bliss, momentum changes, and severe heart pain all in the span of four quarters, for both sides, nearly every year.

Texas ended up on the unfortunate side of the result on Saturday, keeping the Golden Hat in Norman for another calendar year. Steve Sarkisian learned pretty quickly about this rivalry. Only first-hand experience can do so.

The “shootout” nickname lived up to the hype as well. 103 total points were scored, something we should have expected with Sarkisian and Lincoln Riley running the show. Both teams were unstoppable on offense at one point or another.

With time to digest, and honestly, recover, a rewatch of the extended highlights brought out some more thoughts than just initial reactions. More than 24 hours after the end of the game, here are five next-day thoughts on Texas’ Red River Shootout loss to Oklahoma.

Studs and duds from Texas’ Red River Shootout loss to Oklahoma

New year, same Red River letdown.

New year, same Red River letdown.

Steve Sarkisian’s first season as the Texas head coach sure has shown him about the ups and downs. One week, 70 points wins you a game by 35, the next, a two-touchdown lead less than two minutes in leads to a loss.

From the beginning of the second half, it was a total letdown from the Longhorns. In every facet of the game, Oklahoma was the better side, especially the offensive end.

Both coaches will have positive and negative to address when resetting on Sunday. But Lincoln Riley won’t feel as bad, even with a newfound quarterback controversy on his hands.

Sarkisian, on the other hand, has some problems to address. Whether it’s the total shut down of the offense or the lack of shut down from the defense. Even special teams will be in Texas fan’s nightmares for years to come.

Here are the studs and duds from Texas’ shocking 52-45 loss to Oklahoma at the Cotton Bowl.

Everything Steve Sarkisian said to the media before Saturday’s Red River Shootout

All that is left to do now is wake up Saturday morning and prepare for the 11 a.m. kickoff.

The clock is ticking toward Texas’ biggest game of the season. One final day of practice was in store for Steve Sarkisian’s squad before heading up to Austin for the Red River Shootout against Oklahoma.

Sarkisian spoke to the media on Thursday, giving final updates. Most importantly, he said they are “all good” from an injury standpoint, meaning everybody is going to be available.

He talked about Oklahoma’s defense and how their front seven is going to get pressure at the Cotton Bowl. Also on how Spencer Rattler’s performances are gradually growing better and better.

From Texas’ perspective, Sarkisian said Tuesday’s practice was “arguably” one of the best all year. Getting ready physically and emotionally for such a big game like Oklahoma has been the goal all week.

All that is left to do now is wake up Saturday morning and prepare for the 11 a.m. kickoff.

Check out everything Sarkisian told the media Thursday afternoon on the next page

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Going behind enemy lines for Texas-Oklahoma with Sooners Wire

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For the fourth time in four years, Texas and Oklahoma will meet up as ranked opponents. No rivalry in college football has been more consistent in producing entertaining and high quality games.

Saturday’s matchup at the Cotton Bowl is going to be no different. It’s a battle of Steve Sarkisian and Lincoln Riley, two of the best offensive minds in the sport. The rightful name for the game, Red River Shootout, should truly become a shootout this year.

Tipico Sportsbook has the Sooners favored by 3.5 points. 2012 was the last time Texas-Oklahoma was decided by at least double digits, putting the term “throw the record books out the window” to good use.

To get a better idea of how Oklahoma is going to attack Texas, we turned to our friends at Sooners Wire. Thanks to managing editor John Williams for featuring in this week’s “Behind Enemy Lines” feature.

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