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Texas vs. Oklahoma: Longhorn legends born after instant classic Red River Showdown

Oct 06, 2018, 10:21 PM

The Longhorns picked up a win in the most important game of the season.

Texas vs. Oklahoma: Longhorn legends born after instant classic Red River Showdown

DALLAS -- Texas vs. Oklahoma just means more. This game is 113 years in the making, and has featured some of the best players in the history of college football facing off in the capital of Southern opulence – the State Fair of Texas. Fans can refresh themselves with an order of Fried Oreos, wash it down with a Corn Dog Ale and then watch one of the most historic games in the sport.

Vince Young, Roy Williams, Adrian Peterson, Colt McCoy – all built their legendary reputations on huge performances at the Cotton Bowl. Add quarterback Sam Ehlinger and kicker Cameron Dicker to the list after an outstanding 48-45 win over No. 7 Oklahoma, the highest-scoring matchup in the history of the series.

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