No. 1 Texas Aims for Third Straight Red River Rivalry Win Against Oklahoma
No. 1 Texas will play Oklahoma for the 122nd Red River Rivalry game on Saturday at the Cotton Bowl, seeking their third consecutive win.
Tyler Longview, TX, October 10, 2026 — The No. 1 ranked Texas Longhorns are set to face their historic rivals, the Oklahoma Sooners, on Saturday in the 122nd installment of the Red River Rivalry game. The highly anticipated matchup will take place at the Cotton Bowl, a venue steeped in the tradition of this intense collegiate football contest.
For the Texas team, this game represents an opportunity to extend a recent streak of success against their conference opponents. The Longhorns are looking to secure their third consecutive victory in the Red River Rivalry, a significant achievement in one of college football’s most storied rivalries.
The Red River Rivalry has long been a cornerstone of the football season, pitting two of the most prominent programs in the Big 12 Conference against each other. The game is known for its electric atmosphere, passionate fan bases, and often, its dramatic finishes.
This year’s contest features the No. 1 ranked Texas team, underscoring the high stakes and national attention the game commands. The outcome could have significant implications for the team’s season trajectory and playoff aspirations. Oklahoma, always a formidable opponent, will be looking to disrupt Texas’s dominant run and claim a crucial victory on neutral territory.
Details regarding the specific kickoff time or broadcast information for Saturday’s game were not provided in the summary. The Cotton Bowl, located in Dallas, Texas, is known for splitting its seating capacity between the two universities, creating a unique, divided environment for the rivalry.
Story summarized from the original created by Blake Holland on www.ketk.com, see more information here.
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