Greatest Comeback Victories in Red River Rivalry History
The most dramatic comebacks and unforgettable late-game heroics from 120+ years of Texas vs Oklahoma football rivalry.
Saturday, October 11, 2025 • Cotton Bowl Stadium, Dallas, TX
The Texas Longhorns defeated the #6 ranked Oklahoma Sooners 23-6 in the 121st meeting of the Red River Rivalry on October 11, 2025 at the Cotton Bowl Stadium in Dallas. This historic victory marked a dominant performance as both teams competed as SEC conference opponents.
Led by quarterback Arch Manning, Texas retained the legendary Golden Hat Trophy with a commanding defensive performance that included three interceptions of Oklahoma's John Mateer. The Longhorns held the Sooners scoreless in the second half, continuing a tradition that dates back over a century in one of college football's greatest rivalries.
Saturday, October 11, 2025
2:30 PM CT
Cotton Bowl Stadium
Dallas, Texas
ABC
National Broadcast
Texas leads the all-time series 64-51-5 after the 2025 victory
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Explore Traditions →The 2025 Red River Rivalry marked the 121st meeting between the Texas Longhorns and Oklahoma Sooners, with Texas defeating #6 Oklahoma 23-6 in a dominant performance. After decades in the Big 12, this first SEC showdown between the rivals lived up to its billing.
Played at the iconic Cotton Bowl Stadium during the State Fair of Texas, the Longhorns' defense stole the show with three interceptions of Oklahoma QB John Mateer. Arch Manning led the offense efficiently, while Ryan Niblett's 75-yard punt return touchdown sealed the victory.
With this victory, Texas retained the Golden Hat Trophy and improved to 64-51-5 in the all-time series, reasserting their dominance in one of college football's greatest rivalries.
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Breaking down Arch Manning's efficient 21-27, 166-yard, 1 TD performance in Texas's 23-6 victory over Oklahoma in the 2025 Red River Rivalry.