The Oklahoma Sooners are facing significant injury challenges ahead of their game against the No. 1 Texas Longhorns, with key receivers Deion Burks, Nic Anderson, Jalil Farooq, and Jayden Gibson all ruled out. Burks, who has been a standout this season, is listed as questionable, creating uncertainty for their passing game as true freshman quarterback Michael Hawkins Jr. prepares for his second start. The Sooners will rely on tight end Bauer Sharp and transfer receiver Brenen Thompson to step up offensively. On the other hand, Texas has benefitted from a bye week, allowing their banged-up running back room to recover, notably Tre Wisner and Jaydon Blue, who are expected to play. The matchup is critical for both teams as Oklahoma seeks to end a long losing streak against a ranked Texas team. The game is set to kick off at the Cotton Bowl in Dallas on Saturday at 2:30 p.m. CT.