The greatest spectacle in college football. Two states, one border, zero love lost.
Longhorns
Sooners
2025 season complete. Both programs have finished spring football and are building toward the 2026 Red River Rivalry.
Citrus Bowl Champions
Beat Michigan 41-27 (Dec 31)
Status
2026 Season Prep
Latest Game
Lost to Alabama 24-34 (CFP R1)
Status
2026 Season Prep
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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Texas has two 2026 ABC prime-time windows confirmed, but the Red River Rivalry kickoff and TV assignment remain unannounced. Here is what is verified as of May 20, 2026.
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A complete recap of the 2026 NFL Draft. Texas sees six players selected including Anthony Hill Jr., while Oklahoma boasts seven draft picks led by R Mason Thomas.