Texas vs. Oklahoma Prediction, Betting Pick, Latest odds for Red River Rivalry
The Oklahoma Sooners will look to shock the college football world with an upset against the Texas Longhorns on Saturday afternoon. Can Michael Hawkins Jr. and the Sooners keep it close in the Red River Rivalry? Matt McCuen provides his prediction and pick for Texas vs. Oklahoma
Matt McCuen - October 12, 2024, 9:13 AM EDT
5 minTexas vs. Oklahoma Prediction, Betting Pick, Latest odds for Red River Rivalry
The Texas Longhorns and the Oklahoma Sooners will clash from the Cotton Bowl on Saturday afternoon. The Red River Rivalry is one of the best rivalries in sports.
This iconic matchup dates back to October 10th, 1900. The Longhorns won the first matchup 28-2. Texas leads the all-time series 63-51-5.
The 120th head-to-head matchup should be a good one. Texas rolls into the contest ranked first in the nation with a perfect 5-0 record.
Steve Sarkisian's team reached the College Football Playoffs last year, but lost in the semifinals against Washington. Over the first six weeks, the Longhorns have looked like the best football team.
Texas vs. Oklahoma Date, Time and Where to Watch
- Date: October 12, 2024
- Time: 3:30 pm ET
- Where to Watch: ABC, ESPN+
Texas vs. Oklahoma Odds
- Spread: Texas -14.5 (-115), Oklahoma +14.5 (-105)
- Total Odds: O 48.5 (-110), U 48.5 (-110)
- Moneyline Odds: Texas (-720), Oklahoma (+500)
Texas vs. Oklahoma Prediction
Phenom Arch Mannings has led Texas the last two weeks as starting quarterback Quinn Ewers recovered from injury. Manning leads the Longhorns, throwing for 901 yards, nine touchdowns, and two interceptions. Ewers is expected to return to action for this weekend's game.
Houston native Jaydon Blue has rushed for a team-best 238 yards and four touchdowns. Alabama transfer Isaiah Bond leads the team with 364 yards and three touchdowns.
Oklahoma pulls into the matchup with a 4-1 record. That record has earned the Sooners the 18th ranking in the nation.
The Sooners won a big game on the road against Auburn a few weeks ago. Brent Venables' team's lone loss came against Tennessee at home. A win today would re-insert the Sooners back into the playoff conversation.
Freshman Michael Hawkins Jr. took over the Sooners' offense after the Week 3 loss against Tennessee. Hawkins has thrown for 310 yards and one touchdown.
Las Vegas, Nevada native Jovantae Barnes leads the backfield, rushing for 199 yards and two touchdowns. Junior Deion Brooks leads the team with 201 yards and three touchdowns.
Texas vs. Oklahoma Pick
Oklahoma has looked much more explosive on offense since Hawkins took over.
I anticipate the Sooners playing the majority of this contest from behind.
That means their offense will play fast and have the potential to score more points.
This number is too low, but we will take advantage of that today!
Pick: Oklahoma TT OVER 13.5 -165 Click here to see which sportsbook has the best odds
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