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October 11, 2024

The numbers say OU but it's UT that looks like a champion

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By most measuring sticks, Oklahoma has owned the Longhorns the last quarter of a century. Owned 'em. It's undeniable.

But times have changed.

This October, Texas enters the State Fairgrounds as a 14½-point favorite over its archrival. That's staggering. Kirk Bohls looks at the state of the rivalry.

Please scroll down for the rest of this morning's headlines.

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Reid Laymance, Sports Editor

reid.laymance@houstonchronicle.com


Texas-OU

Oklahoma wide receiver Jayden Gibson (1) celebrates with the Golden Hat after defeating Texas 34-30 in an NCAA college football game at the Cotton Bowl, Saturday, Oct. 7, 2023, in Dallas. (AP Photo/Jeffrey McWhorter)

Photo by: Jeffrey McWhorter, Associated Press

The numbers say OU has owned Texas. So why do Longhorns look like a title team?

Oklahoma has won 17 of the last 25 against Texas, but the Longhorns appear to be more SEC- and championship-ready as they head into this year's rivalry game.

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  • QB1 returns: Quinn Ewers missed two games with an oblique strain but Arch Manning took over and kept Longhorns undefeated. Read More
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Texans / NFL

Houston Texans running back Joe Mixon is seen on the sideline during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 6, 2024, in Houston.

Photo by: Jason Fochtman, Staff Photographer

Joe Mixon sounds off on hip-drop tackle, hopes to play this week

Joe Mixon, who injured his ankle against Chicago on Sept. 15, participated in Thursday's practice, a good sign for his possible return.

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Astros / MLB

Yainer Diaz, right, and Victor Caratini figure to handle the bulk of the Astros' catching duties again in 2025.

Photo by: Karen Warren, Staff Photographer

Astros offseason analysis: Catchers

Yainer Diaz and Victor Caratini were a productive combo behind the plate in 2023, but free-agent priorities might curb their use at first base.

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  • The Boras file: Scott Boras has had contentious negotiations with the Astros in the past, but he also has kept guys like Jose Altuve in town for his entire career. Read More

Rockets / NBA

Houston Rockets guard Fred VanVleet poses for a portrait during Rockets Media Day at Toyota Center on Monday, Sept. 30, 2024 in Houston.

Photo by: Brett Coomer, Staff Photographer

Fred VanVleet deems himself a bona fide Houstonian

The guard put down roots this summer, buying a house and moving his family here with an eye on staying for the long term.

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  • Upgrades: Houston Rockets are showing off a new 6,200 square-foot video board at Toyota Center as well as new sponsor for its uniform. Read More
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UH / Basketball

Houston guard L.J. Cryer (4) drives the ball against Duke guard Jeremy Roach (3) during the second half of a Sweet 16 men's college basketball game in the NCAA Tournament on Friday, March 29, 2024, in Dallas.

Photo by: Brett Coomer, Staff Photographer

Cougars picked second in Big 12 basketball poll behind Kansas

The Cougars, who won the Big 12 regular-season title last season, received first first-place votes to finish just behind the Jayhawks. 

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High School Football

Houston high school football scoreboard

Photo by: Staff Illustration

Scoreboard

Thursday's area and statewide scores.

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Worth a read

• All business: This was just Step 1 for the Yankees. (New York Post)

• Lynx victory over Liberty in Game 1 of WNBA Finals ranks among best in franchise history. (Minnesota Star-Tribune)

• Meet Jeremiah Smith, the freshman Ohio State WR making a major impact. (Sports Illustrated)

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