The Red River game is one of the highlights of the college football season. The rivalry between Texas and Oklahoma is unmatched for many reasons.
The Cotton Bowl venue is unlike any other in college football. Georgia and Florida’s matchup in Jacksonville is the closest atmosphere to the historic Red River Shootout.
This year’s matchup pits two teams who have uncertainty on either side. Texas comes off a 5-7 season last year, while Oklahoma replaces elite offensive mind Lincoln Riley with new head coach Brent Venables.
Venables has proven to be a great play caller, but, as Texas fans saw last year, that does not always immediately translate to success as head coach. Lincoln Riley’s replacement will look to get his first Red River win as a head coach this year.
Here is a look at a few unique aspects that could play a role in this year’s matchup between the two teams.