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.
Explore Traditions →Parking, maps, bag policies, and everything you need for game day.
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A complete recap of the 2026 NFL Draft for the Red River Rivalry. Texas sees Trey Moore and Michael Taaffe drafted by the Dolphins, while Arch Manning opens as the 2027 favorite.
With the conclusion of spring practices and the NFL Draft, we analyze the transfer portal movement for the Longhorns and Sooners as they prepare for the summer.
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.