The Longhorns will win if … They start strong, get the crowd into the game and then shut down Oklahoma’s running game. If they can generate momentum with big plays — think Chris Whaley’s pick-six in last season’s win — they could rattle the Sooners. The Longhorns hope quarterback Tyrone Swoopes can get comfortable with the crazy atmosphere in his first Cotton Bowl experience. Defensive stops can force the Sooners into passing situations, which plays to Texas’ defensive strength.The Sooners will win if ... They jump to an early lead and are able to control the clock with their running game. The last four Red River contests have been won by the halftime leader. The Sooners have the nation’s...
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