Oklahoma kicks late field goal, survives Texas in close contest
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Last updated Oct 11, 2026
The Oklahoma Sooners rallied in the fourth quarter to secure a 27-24 victory over the No. 1 Texas Longhorns on October 10, 2026. After trailing 17-7 at halftime, Oklahoma outscored Texas 20-7 in the final half, including a critical pick-6 and a last-second field goal. Quarterback John Mateer described the fourth quarter as the longest of his career, reflecting on his confidence in the kicking team to clinch the win. Oklahoma will host the Kentucky Wildcats on October 17, 2026.
- •Oklahoma outscored Texas 20-7 in the second half.
- •John Mateer completed 18 of 26 passes for 155 yards.
- •Peyton Bowen scored a defensive touchdown for Oklahoma.
- •Next game is against Kentucky on October 17, 2026.
- 4:12 AMYahoo Sports — Oklahoma QB John Mateer reflects on longest fourth quarter of his life
"The fourth quarter felt like an eternity for John Mateer and the Oklahoma Sooners during their 27-24 upset win over the No. 1 Texas Longhorns on Saturday evening. Texas performed very well in the first half, outscoring Oklahoma 17-7 in the opening 30 minutes of regulation. Arch Manning performed solid throughout that frame, but he regressed in a […] The post Oklahoma QB John Mateer reflects on longest fourth quarter of his life appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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