Watch Oklahoma Battle Texas in the Red River Rivalry on Oct 11, 2025

The annual Red River Rivalry between the Oklahoma Sooners and the Texas Longhorns is set for Saturday, October 11, 2025, at the Cotton Bowl in Dallas, with kickoff scheduled for 3:30 p.m. ET and live coverage on ABC. The matchup features No. 6 Oklahoma (5-0, 1-0 SEC) aiming to continue their unbeaten run, while Texas (3-2, 0-1 SEC) looks to rebound after a recent loss to Florida. Oklahoma enters the contest after a dominant 44-0 win over Kent State, maintaining one of the nation’s top defensive units. The Sooners have allowed just 36 points across five games, forced 40 punts, and rank first in both dropback and rushing defensive success rate. Quarterback John Mateer, who has thrown for 1,215 yards, 6 touchdowns, and 3 interceptions, is listed as probable following a thumb injury. Freshman running back Tory Blaylock has added 257 rushing yards and 3 scores, while receiver Isaiah Sategna III leads the team with 359 receiving yards and 3 touchdowns. Texas, meanwhile, is seeking consistency on offense after a 29-21 defeat at Florida. Quarterback Arch Manning has passed for 1,151 yards, 11 touchdowns, and 5 interceptions, but the Longhorns have struggled to generate a reliable running game. Receiver Ryan Wingo remains a key target, with 263 yards and 4 touchdowns through five games. Texas’s defense will be tested against Oklahoma’s balanced attack. Historically, the rivalry is close, with Texas holding a narrow 64-61-5 edge. In recent years, the Longhorns have had success when Oklahoma has faced quarterback injuries, but the Sooners are healthy and favored to challenge this trend. The winner claims the Golden Hat trophy, a tradition dating back to 1929. According to current odds, Texas is a 2.5-point favorite, though the spread has shifted as Mateer’s status evolved. The over/under is set at 44.5 points. Most analysts project a defensive battle, with Oklahoma’s front seven likely to disrupt Texas’s struggling offense. SportsLine’s advanced model leans under 44 points and gives Oklahoma a slight edge to cover the spread in simulations. For live updates, analysis, and highlights, follow the game on CBS Sports and USA TODAY.