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What Rabbits Will Oklahoma Pull out of its hat in Red River Rivalry?

Oklahoma enters the 2024 Red River Rivalry against top-ranked Texas as heavy underdogs, facing a daunting challenge in the Cotton Bowl. The Sooners' offense has struggled to score recently, with their last touchdown coming in 2023—a reception by Nic Anderson—and no rushing touchdowns this season until possibly this game.

Their defense, though, could deliver a signature play from linebacker Kip Lewis, who has returned from injury to dominate against Georgia and is poised to make a major impact in his final Red River showdown. With special teams also needing to step up, Oklahoma may rely on creative plays, including a potential fake punt or kick, to keep Texas off balance in a high-stakes matchup set for 2:30 p.m.

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The Sooners’ last rushing touchdown against Texas came in 2023, courtesy of Tawee Walker, and their offense has been stagnant since. Meanwhile, Lewis—who had two pick-sixes in 2024 but has been injury-prone—could cap his career with a defensive touchdown, mirroring his clutch tackles in the 2023 victory.

With the game taking place amid the State Fair of Texas, Oklahoma’s need for a spark is as urgent as the Longhorns’ quest to maintain their top ranking.

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