South Carolina defeated Oklahoma 35-9, marking a significant win under Coach Shane Beamer, a former Oklahoma assistant. The Gamecocks capitalized on Oklahoma's early mistakes, scoring two defensive touchdowns within the first five minutes and forcing four turnovers in total. Oklahoma's Michael Hawkins Jr. struggled, leading to his replacement by Jackson Arnold, who managed a better performance but couldn't overcome the early deficit. South Carolina's defensive prowess was evident, with nine players contributing to sacks and the team limiting Oklahoma to just 291 total yards. Oklahoma's head coach emphasized the need to reevaluate and improve after the loss, acknowledging the impact of turnovers on their recent performances. This loss is Oklahoma's second consecutive home defeat, a rare occurrence since 1999.