Texas Longhorns Suffer First Loss of Season to Unranked Oklahoma Sooners in Red River Rivalry

Lubbock, TX, October 10, 2026 — The No. 1 ranked Texas Longhorns have been defeated, marking their first loss of the current season. The setback occurred during the highly anticipated Red River Rivalry game against the unranked Oklahoma Sooners.

The final score saw the Oklahoma Sooners emerge victorious with 27 points, while the Texas Longhorns registered 24 points. This result ended Texas’s undefeated streak for the season.

The Red River Rivalry is a traditional football game played annually between the University of Texas at Austin and the University of Oklahoma. The game is a significant event in the Big 12 Conference and college football landscape, often drawing national attention due to the teams’ storied history and competitive matchups.

Details regarding the specific date and location of this particular contest were not provided in the summary. The outcome means that the Texas Longhorns, previously at the top of the rankings, will have to regroup following this conference loss.

The Oklahoma Sooners, by defeating a top-ranked opponent, have achieved a notable victory that could impact their standing within the conference and national rankings.

Further details on game statistics, key plays, or player performances were not included in the provided summary.

Story summarized from the original created by MAURA CAREY, Associated Press on www.everythinglubbock.com, see more information here.

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