The Oklahoma-Texas Border Is Unnoticed
To beat the Longhorns and remain undefeated, the Sooners’ SI staff forecasts a player who will emerge and have a big game.
OU-Texas has a way of turning even the most unlikely players into legends. The 11 a.m. matchup between the No. 6 rated Sooners and the No. 21 ranked Longhorns on Saturday will provide another opportunity for someone to go down in Oklahoma football history as a legendary figure. When it came to guessing who would shine in the Cotton Bowl on Saturday, the staff of SI Sooners took a stab at it.
Texas Tight Ends, by John Hoover
The Longhorns are likely to use a lot of “12” personnel, which consists of one rushing back and two tight ends, in order to win. There are many blockers in this configuration, therefore it’s meant to be overpowering for opposing defenses at the line of scrimmage. One thing is certain: when it comes to running the ball, both star running back Bijan Robinson and backup Roschon Johnson are strong and explosive. This time around, though, the “2” will be composed of Cade Brewer (6’4″, 243 pounds), Jared Wiley (7’1″, 251 pounds), as well as Gunnar Helm (6’5″, 238 pounds).
They have just two touchdown catches this season for a total of 65 yards and eight catches, but don’t discount their value in the passing game. They’ll be asked to block on Saturday. It’s safe to say that Brewer, a senior with 27 career starts, has gone through the ringer. Wiley, a high school sophomore, is a freak of nature when it comes to athletics. Helm, a true freshman, is expected to be one of the best tight ends in Texas history. Steve Sarkisian’s most direct route to his first Red River Rivalry victory will be to run with strength into Oklahoma’s defense and minimize the load on one-time Sooner recruit, Norman local, and OU legend quarterback Casey Thompson.
Rapper Ryan Chapman says: “Drake Stoops.”
Despite only having two catches versus the Longhorns last year, one of those was a game-winning 25-yard touchdown reception by Drake Stoops. When the chips are down, Stoops has proven time and time again to be a reliable third-down receiver for the Sooners, making important catches on third down to keep drives moving. Oklahoma’s passing offense has struggled all year, but Stoops might be a critical component in keeping the Oklahoma train rolling in the direction of the Texas end zone once again.
It may be crucial for Stoops to find the defense’s vulnerabilities over the middle, as Texas’ linebackers, like OU’s, frequently get lost in traffic over the middle. In spite of the fact that Oklahoma has an abundance of 5-star pass catchers to pick from, Stoops might be the difference-maker if the Cowboys need a huge catch.
David Ugwoegbu is Josh Callaway’s client.
In light of Oklahoma’s 0-2 start, David Ugwoegbu has been a focal point of the criticism leveled at the position. The natural skill of Ugwoegbu is undeniable, which is why his sluggish start and lack of impact performances are perplexing. In other words, it appears that this is the ideal time for a game to go viral.
As with last year’s game, look for Ugwoegbu to make at least one game-changing play similar to his block of a punt and recovery of the ball, which set up an Oklahoma touchdown. No matter what Ugwoegbu does on offense, defense, special teams, or any combination thereof, this will be the day that kicks off his excellent season-ending run.
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