The greatest spectacle in college football. Two states, one border, zero love lost.
Longhorns
Sooners
Regular season complete. Both teams await their bowl game destinations.
Citrus Bowl Champions
Beat Michigan 41-27 (Dec 31)
Status
2026 Season Awaits
Latest Game
Lost to Alabama 24-34 (CFP R1)
Status
2026 Season Awaits
The Red River Rivalry is one of the most prestigious and unique traditions in all of sports. Played annually at the Cotton Bowl Stadium in Dallas during the State Fair of Texas, this neutral-site showdown splits the stadium right down the 50-yard line—half Burnt Orange, half Crimson.
All-time series records, memorable games, and the story behind the rivalry.
View Archives →The Golden Hat, Big Tex, Fletcher's Corny Dogs, and the State Fair experience.
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A look back at the contrasting postseason fates of the Red River rivals in March 2026: Texas' Cinderella run and Oklahoma's resilience in the College Basketball Crown.
Analyzing the absence of Texas and Oklahoma players in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft and what it means for the programs' talent pipelines.
Deep dive into the Red River rivals' April 18 spring football events: Texas focuses on young talent in open practice, while Oklahoma showcases offensive firepower in the Red-White Game.