"From the hubbub of the State Fair of Texas ongoing outside to the iconic half-orange, half-red Cotton Bowl split, the annual showdown between the Texas Longhorns and Oklahoma Sooners always brings a memorable atmosphere. This year, intrigue about the game is especially high, as Texas began the season as the No. 1 team in the country but is still in search of its first win against a power conference opponent."
"And while sixth-ranked Oklahoma certainly doesn't seem like the sort of opponent the Longhorns would want to face while still searching for that victory, the availability of Sooners quarterback John Mateer is uncertain after a hand injury sustained earlier in the season. Conference affiliations can change -- this year will mark the second season that Oklahoma-Texas will be played as an SEC contest -- but iconic moments remain a staple in Dallas."
The Allstate Red River Rivalry features a distinctive venue, the State Fair of Texas atmosphere, and the Cotton Bowl's half-orange, half-red split. Texas entered the season ranked No. 1 but still seeks its first win against a power conference opponent. Sixth-ranked Oklahoma presents a tough matchup while the availability of Sooners quarterback John Mateer is uncertain after a hand injury earlier in the season. Conference affiliations have shifted, making this the second season the matchup is played as an SEC contest. The rivalry continues to produce iconic moments, including recent game-winning plays that cement players in program lore.
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