The Oklahoma Sooners were humbled in their 23-6 loss to the Texas Longhorns , and the defeat exposed deep flaws that continue to haunt Brent Venables ’ program. Once dominant in the Big 12, Oklahoma’s first season in the SEC is showing just how much tougher life in their new conference can be.

The Red River Rivalry was supposed to be a statement game for the sixth-ranked Sooners, who entered undefeated at 5-0. Instead, they were outmuscled, outcoached, and overwhelmed.

Oklahoma failed to score a touchdown for the third time in four years against Texas, and the offense never looked in sync. The Sooners’ offensive line, long a point of pride, fell apart under constant pressure, surrendering five sacks and managing just 48 rushing yards on 30 attempts, a dismal 1.6 yards per carry.

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