Have you seen the Red River shootout? It’s not even a shootout — it’s a good, old-fashioned beating. Welcome back to the OPP podcast. Today we’re breaking down UT’s win over the undefeated Oklahoma Sooners, how they got back to the AP Top 25, and what’s coming up next.
Final score recap: Longhorns dominated against the undefeated 6-0 Sooners. How? Because of a balanced attack. UT’s offense came out swinging, scoring on three of their first four drives to grab early control. The defense forced two first-half punts and a red zone stop, killing Oklahoma’s rhythm and setting the tone right from the start.
Stats:
– Total yardage: Texas 452 vs Oklahoma 331
– 3rd down conversions: Texas 8/14 (57%) vs Oklahoma 4/12 (33%)
– Turnovers: Texas 0, Oklahoma 2 (1 INT, 1 fumble)
– Time of possession: Texas 33:42 vs Oklahoma 26:18
Arch Manning temporarily silenced his critics. He went 21-of-27 for 166 yards, one touchdown, and zero interceptions — less “Arch hype,” more money: efficient and explosive.
Receiving: DeAndre Moore Jr. had 3 receptions for 50 yards and a touchdown, longest catch 24 yards. Ryan Wingo caught 5 for 25 yards.
Rushing: Quintrevion Wisner was strong — 22 carries for 94 yards plus 5 receptions for 34 yards.
Special Teams: Ryan Niblett had a 75-yard punt return.
Defense: Malik Muhammad had 2 interceptions, Grayson Littleton added 1, and Colin Simmons led with 2.5 sacks. Texas held the Sooners scoreless in the second half.
From unranked to back in the national conversation — Texas entered the AP Top 25 at No. 21.
Next up: Kentucky. The Wildcats are 2-3 and coming off a loss. Kentucky QB Carter Boyle (4 TDs, 3 INTs) will face Texas’ Colin Simmons (8 tackles, 4 sacks) and Michael Tafo (44 tackles this season). On the flip side, Arch Manning (12 TD, 5 INT) will go against Kentucky’s defense led by Steven Sols Jr. (2 sacks, 2 forced fumbles) and Alex Afari Jr. (37 tackles).
Kentucky’s defense ranks 109th in FBS; Texas ranks 10th. Kentucky converts 40% on 3rd down (68th nationally), while Texas allows only 29.9% (18th nationally). If Texas wants to keep climbing, they need a statement win to break into the Top 20. Kentucky has struggled against ranked opponents this year — a big upset would be required.
Betting corner: Texas is a -12.5 favorite. Prediction: Texas 40, Kentucky 20. Expect Arch Manning to keep the momentum rolling. If Texas wants to be taken seriously, they need to dominate. Simple as that.
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