No. 1 Texas loses 27-24 to Oklahoma in walk-off finish
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 11, 2026, 2:45 AM
Last updated Oct 11, 2026
No. 1 Texas suffered a 27-24 defeat against Oklahoma on October 10, 2026, during the Red River Rivalry at the Cotton Bowl. The Longhorns held a 17-7 lead at halftime but faltered in the second half, committing multiple turnovers and penalties. Quarterback Arch Manning threw two costly interceptions in the final quarter, undermining the team's efforts despite outgaining the Sooners in total yardage. Oklahoma secured the win with a 47-yard walk-off field goal by Tate Sandell. Texas faces Florida next, aiming to rebound from this loss.
- •Texas led 17-7 at halftime but struggled in the second half.
- •Arch Manning completed 19 of 31 passes for 260 yards and three touchdowns.
- •Oklahoma's final drive included two significant pass plays for the win.
- •Texas's defense limited OU to 238 total yards but could not force turnovers.
- •Next up, Texas hosts Florida at Royal-Memorial Stadium on October 14.
- 2:45 AMYahoo Sports — Costly turnovers, penalties turn No. 1 Texas' loss to Oklahoma a case of Red River regret
"No. 1 Texas won't be able to call itself No. 1 Texas come Sunday afternoon, not after Saturday's walk-off loss to Oklahoma at the Cotton Bowl.
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