The 2024 Red River Rivalry showcased a dominant performance by Texas football as the No. 1 Longhorns (6-0, 2-0 SEC) triumphed over No. 16 Oklahoma (4-2, 1-2) with a decisive score of 34-3 at the Cotton Bowl in Dallas on Saturday. This victory marked Texas’ best start to a season since 2009.
Oklahoma struggled offensively, managing only 236 yards on 69 plays and failing to score after a field goal on their second drive. In contrast, Texas’ offense thrived, racking up 406 total yards against a typically strong Sooner defense.
Quarterback Quinn Ewers made a solid return from injury, completing 20 of 29 passes for 199 yards, including one touchdown and one interception, while also rushing for a touchdown. The Longhorns’ running game proved effective as well, achieving 177 yards with three touchdowns over 30 carries.
The game unfolded with Oklahoma initially taking a 3-0 lead on a 42-yard field goal. However, Texas quickly responded, with Ewers throwing a touchdown pass to Gunnar Helm and Tre Wisner contributing an impressive 35-yard rushing touchdown. As the game progressed, Texas further extended their lead and maintained control, culminating in a 34-3 victory.
Highlights from the game included a series of turnovers by Oklahoma, a crucial 61-yard punt return by Silas Bolden for Texas, and a successful field goal by Bert Auburn. Despite opportunities, Oklahoma struggled to score late in the game, even failing to convert a goal-line chance as time expired.
Texas celebrated their commanding win in the 2024 Red River Rivalry, leaving Oklahoma to find answers as they look to improve their offensive capabilities moving forward.