Dillon Gabriel’s Stellar Performance Leads No. 13 Oklahoma to a 69-45 Triumph
NORMAN, Okla. — In a thrilling Friday night showdown, No. 13 Oklahoma delivered a powerhouse performance, securing a convincing 69-45 win against TCU. Quarterback Dillon Gabriel stole the spotlight with an impressive 400 yards and three touchdowns, elevating the Sooners’ chances of clinching a spot in the Big 12 championship game.
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Entering the game tied for second place with Kansas State and Oklahoma State, Oklahoma (10-2, 7-2) showcased their determination to vie for a 15th Big 12 title. While the final outcome hinges on the Saturday games of their rivals, the Sooners are optimistic about their shot at the championship.
Standout performances fueled Oklahoma’s victory, with Drake Stoops making waves by catching a career-high 12 passes for 125 yards and a touchdown. Gavin Sawchuk added to the spectacle, rushing for an impressive 130 yards and contributing three touchdowns. This marked the Sooners’ last regular-season Big 12 game, as they gear up to join the Southeastern Conference next season.
On the flip side, TCU (5-7, 3-6) fought valiantly, with Josh Hoover passing for 344 yards and four touchdowns, and Emani Bailey delivering a stellar performance with 150 rushing yards, a touchdown reception, and a rushing score. Despite their efforts, the Horned Frogs fell short of bowl eligibility, a stark contrast to their national championship appearance just a year ago.
In other notable matchups:
(18) TULANE 29, UTSA 16: Tulane’s Makhi Hughes rushed for a career-high 166 yards and a touchdown, securing a 29-16 victory over UTSA. Tulane’s defense played a pivotal role, producing five turnovers and a crucial fourth-down stop. With this win, Tulane (11-1, 8-0 AAC) secures the right to host the American Athletic Conference title game for the second consecutive season.
(20) IOWA 13, NEBRASKA 10: In a nail-biting finish, Iowa’s backup kicker, Marshall Meeder, sealed a 13-10 win with a 38-yard field goal as time expired. The victory, following an interception by Ethan Hurkett, adds to Iowa’s successful season (10-2, 7-2), as they look ahead to the Big Ten championship game.
(23) TOLEDO 32, CENTRAL MICHIGAN 17: Toledo extended its winning streak to 11 games with a 32-17 triumph over Central Michigan. Peny Boone’s exceptional performance, rushing for 186 yards and two touchdowns, solidified Toledo’s (11-1, 8-0 MAC) spot in the Mid-American Conference championship game against Miami (Ohio) on Dec. 2.
MIAMI 45, BOSTON COLLEGE 20: Miami bounced back from a three-game losing streak with a commanding 45-20 win over Boston College. Tyler Van Dyke’s two touchdown throws and Henry Parrish Jr.’s 111 rushing yards were key contributors to Miami’s victory (7-5, 3-5 ACC).
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As the college football season unfolds, stay tuned for more updates and thrilling matchups that will shape the road to championship glory.
