Oklahoma Sooners hold off Texas Longhorns for 27-24 victory in rivalry game

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Last updated Oct 10, 2026

Oklahoma Sooners hold off Texas Longhorns for 27-24 victory in rivalry game
Summary

In an exciting Red River Rivalry matchup on October 10 at the Cotton Bowl, the Oklahoma Sooners defeated the Texas Longhorns by a score of 27-24. Oklahoma's defense and special teams played a crucial role, highlighted by a blocked punt that led to an early touchdown. Texas, despite a strong performance from wide receiver Cam Coleman, struggled with turnovers and missed opportunities, particularly from quarterback Arch Manning, who threw two critical interceptions. The win marks a significant upset for Oklahoma against the top-ranked Longhorns, impacting the playoff picture as the regular season continues.

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  • •Oklahoma scores 27 points, Texas scores 24 in the Red River Rivalry.
  • •Cam Coleman scores first 100-yard game, including a 41-yard touchdown.
  • •Arch Manning throws two interceptions, including a pick-six.
  • •Danny Okoye blocks a punt, setting up an early touchdown for Oklahoma.
  • •Oklahoma's defense and special teams shine throughout the game.
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  • 11:36 PMYahoo Sports — Winners, Losers from Red River Rivalry: Oklahoma Sooners Stun Texas Longhorns in 27-24 Clash
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