Texas prepares for Red River Rivalry clash with Oklahoma amid high expectations
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 5, 2026, 11:15 PM
Last updated Oct 5, 2026
No. 1 Texas readies for the 122nd Red River Rivalry against Oklahoma at the Cotton Bowl on October 11, 2025. Head coach Steve Sarkisian emphasized the importance of fundamentals, including rushing, third-down conversions, and minimizing turnovers. Texas, unbeaten through four games, seeks consistency across all phases despite some recent positive flashes. The Longhorns, now entering an eight-game stretch within the SEC, aim to perform under playoff-like pressure. Oklahoma, coming off a loss to Georgia, remains a respected rival.
- •Texas holds a perfect 4-0 record entering the matchup.
- •Sarkisian stresses fundamentals as crucial for Red River success.
- •The Longhorns face a tough SEC schedule after this rivalry game.
- •Oklahoma looks to rebound after a 41-13 loss to Georgia.
- •The rivalry is considered among the best environments in college football.
- 11:15 PMYahoo Sports — What wins Red River? Sarkisian talks rivalry, Texas’ consistency ahead of Oklahoma
"Steve Sarkisian broke down what it takes to win the Red River Rivalry, where No. 1 Texas still needs to improve and the eight-game SEC grind awaiting the Longhorns after their bye week.
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