Oklahoma's defense must challenge Arch Manning in Red River Rivalry matchup

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Last updated Oct 10, 2026

Oklahoma's defense must challenge Arch Manning in Red River Rivalry matchup
Summary

The Oklahoma Sooners will face the Texas Longhorns in the 122nd Red River Rivalry on Saturday. Texas, led by quarterback Arch Manning, comes into the game with a 4-0 record and championship aspirations. Meanwhile, Oklahoma holds a 2-2 record and aims to improve its defensive performance. Analyst Chase Daniel emphasizes the importance of pressured hits on Manning to disrupt Texas's offensive rhythm. He noted that Manning's performance declines significantly when pressured, and Oklahoma's defense must take advantage of this to create opportunities for their offense.

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  • •Oklahoma's defense ranks No. 5 in total defense.
  • •Arch Manning has thrown for 862 yards this season.
  • •Texas is undefeated at 4-0, while Oklahoma is 2-2.
  • •Chase Daniel highlights the need for early hits on Manning.
  • •The game will take place at the Cotton Bowl.
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  • 4:21 PMYahoo Sports — SEC Nation analyst reveals the key for Oklahoma's defense on Saturday
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Chase Daniel says Oklahoma's defense must hit Arch Manning early to disrupt the Texas quarterback.

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