Super Bowl Report: Green Light for Red River Stars

The Wednesday injury report—the most critical indicator of Super Bowl availability—has been released. For fans of Oklahoma and Texas, the news confirms a “Best on Best” matchup for Super Bowl LX.

Rhamondre Stevenson: The “Great Player”

Patriots running back Rhamondre Stevenson (Oklahoma) is not even listed on the injury report.

This clean bill of health is remarkable given his workload. Stevenson has handled over 50 touches in this playoff run alone, serving as the engine of the Patriots offense. His availability validates the high praise head coach Jerod Mayo heaped on him earlier in the cycle: “One of the best running backs in the league… he’s earned everything that he gets.”

Stevenson’s value isn’t just in yards; it’s in identity. He brings a physical, “Sooner Toughness” that wears down defenses in the fourth quarter—exactly what New England will need against a fast Seattle front. To be 100% healthy at this stage of the season is a testament to his professional conditioning.

Byron Murphy II: “Best in the World”

Seahawks defensive tackle Byron Murphy II (Texas) was listed as a full participant in Wednesday’s practice.

Murphy has battled the typical “rookie wall” alongside hamstring nicks, but his full participation signals he is ready to be unleashed. And make no mistake: a healthy Murphy is a game-wrecker.

Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald has not been shy about his rookie’s dominance, recently stating: “I think he’s the best in the world right now especially against double teams.”

That specific trait—splitting double teams—will be the key to the game. If Murphy can disrupt the Patriots’ interior blocking, he cuts off the supply line to Stevenson. It is the classic “Immovable Object vs. Unstoppable Force” battle, played out by two Red River alumni at the height of their powers.

The Matchup

With both stars cleared, Sunday isn’t just about scheme; it’s about individual brilliance.

• Stevenson running through tackle attempts.
• Murphy blowing up running lanes.

No excuses. Just football.