The most anticipated game in college football is happening right now. The Oklahoma Sooners and Texas Longhorns are meeting at the Cotton Bowl Stadium in Dallas for their legendary Red River Rivalry clash, with kickoff set for 2:30 p.m. CT (3:30 p.m. ET) this Saturday afternoon.
This isn't just another game between two teams—it's one of the most storied rivalries in all of sports, and this year's matchup carries extra weight with both programs now competing in different conferences and Oklahoma entering the game undefeated.
The Sooners Roll In Unbeaten
Oklahoma comes into this clash with an impressive
5-0 record, making this matchup even more electric than usual. The Sooners have been dominant through the first five weeks of the season, and they're looking to prove they can handle their biggest rival on the sport's grandest stage.
The undefeated start has Oklahoma ranked
#6 in the nation, giving fans hope that this could be a special season in Norman. But standing in their way is a Texas program that always shows up for this particular game, regardless of records or rankings.
Where to Watch the Action
Fans who can't make it to the legendary Cotton Bowl Stadium can catch all the action on
ABC, with streaming options available on
ESPN+. The game is being played at the historic venue in Dallas during the State Fair of Texas, maintaining a tradition that dates back decades.
The Cotton Bowl provides the perfect neutral-site atmosphere, with the stadium split down the middle—half burnt orange, half crimson. It's a spectacle unlike any other in college football, where the smell of corny dogs and funnel cakes mixes with the intensity of one of sport's greatest rivalries.
What Makes This Game Special
The Red River Rivalry (also known as the Red River Showdown) represents more than just bragging rights between neighboring states. This game determines pride, momentum, and often conference championship implications. The winner takes home the
Golden Hat Trophy, one of the most coveted prizes in college sports.
What makes this rivalry unique is its setting. Unlike most college football games played on campus, this matchup happens on neutral ground during the State Fair of Texas, creating an atmosphere that's part carnival, part war zone. The 50-50 stadium split means both fan bases are equally represented, making for an incredibly loud and intense environment.
High Stakes for Both Programs
For Oklahoma, maintaining their undefeated record against their biggest rival would be a statement victory that could propel them into the national championship conversation. A win here would prove the Sooners can win the big games that matter most.
For Texas, playing spoiler to Oklahoma's perfect season would be the sweetest kind of victory. The Longhorns have circled this date on their calendar since the schedule came out, and nothing would make their season quite like handing the Sooners their first loss.
Both coaching staffs understand what this game means to their fan bases, their programs, and their recruiting efforts. A victory in the Red River Rivalry can define a season and energize a program for months to come.
The Tradition Continues
This rivalry game has been played annually since 1900, with only a few interruptions over the decades. The tradition of meeting during the State Fair of Texas began in 1929, and it's become one of the most distinctive settings in all of sports.
As both teams take the field today, they carry the weight of over a century of history, legendary players, and unforgettable moments. Today's players will add their own chapter to this storied rivalry, with bragging rights and the Golden Hat on the line.
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