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Red River Showdown: Texas and Oklahoma Clash Again!

10/9/2025

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Summary

Texas vs. Oklahoma Showdown

The Red River Showdown takes place October 7, 2023, at the Cotton Bowl in Dallas, Texas.
The rivalry began in 1900, with 121 meetings; Texas leads 64-51-5.
Both teams enter at 5-1; Texas is favored by 3.5 points.
Oklahoma quarterback Dillon Gabriel and Texas quarterback Quinn Ewers are key players.
The game could reshape conference standings and playoff chances.

Summary

Mateer's Injury Update

Oklahoma quarterback John Mateer is questionable for the Red River Rivalry with a hand injury from September 20.
He underwent surgery and has not practiced in full, leaving his Texas status uncertain.
If Mateer cannot play, Michael Hawkins Jr. will start.
Hawkins Jr. threw three TDs in a 44-0 win over Kent State. Texas lost to Florida, Oklahoma remains undefeated.

History

Historical Context

The Red River Rivalry, established in 1900, is a storied college football competition between the University of Texas and the University of Oklahoma, held annually at the Cotton Bowl in Dallas. With Texas leading the series 64-51-5 as of 2023, this rivalry not only shapes regional pride but also significantly impacts conference standings and playoff outcomes in college football.

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Texas vs. Oklahoma Showdown

The Red River Showdown takes place October 7, 2023, at the Cotton Bowl in Dallas, Texas.
The rivalry began in 1900, with 121 meetings; Texas leads 64-51-5.
Both teams enter at 5-1; Texas is favored by 3.5 points.
Oklahoma quarterback Dillon Gabriel and Texas quarterback Quinn Ewers are key players.
The game could reshape conference standings and playoff chances.

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