Oklahoma Edges Top-Ranked Texas on Last-Second Field Goal in Red River Rivalry
Oklahoma defeated the top-ranked Texas Longhorns with a 47-yard game-winning field goal as time expired in the Red River rivalry game.
Terre Haute, IN, October 10, 2026 — In a dramatic conclusion to the annual Red River rivalry game, the Oklahoma Sooners secured a victory over the previously top-ranked Texas Longhorns. The decisive moment came as time expired, with Oklahoma’s kicker successfully converting a 47-yard field goal to clinch the win.
The highly anticipated matchup, held as part of the storied Red River rivalry, saw Oklahoma emerge victorious against a Texas team that had held the number one ranking. The game remained close until the final seconds, culminating in a single, critical play that determined the outcome.
The winning points were scored via a 47-yard field goal, executed just as the clock hit zero. This successful kick by the Oklahoma kicker sealed the victory for the Sooners, overturning the standings and delivering a significant upset against the top-ranked Longhorns.
Details regarding the specific date, location, or other scoring plays within the game were not provided in the summary. The outcome marks a notable moment in the long-standing rivalry between the two collegiate football programs.
Story summarized from the original created by STEPHEN HAWKINS, Associated Press on www.mywabashvalley.com, see more information here.
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