Cowboys Slay the Sooners in Stillwater Showdown
This week marked the 30th anniversary of a classic Bedlam football game. On November 5, 1988, the 12th-ranked Oklahoma State Cowboys hosted the #8 Oklahoma Sooners in a huge matchup with Big Eight … — kfor.com
The 1988 Oklahoma State Cowboys versus Oklahoma Sooners game, played on November 5th in Stillwater, is etched in the hearts of both fanbases as an epic upset and a turning point in the rivalry. Here's a quick summary:
Setting the Stage:
Both teams entered ranked: #8 Oklahoma and #12 Oklahoma State.
OSU, led by Barry Sanders, the Heisman Trophy frontrunner, hadn't beaten OU since 1976.
The matchup was highly anticipated, dubbed "Bedlam" due to the intense rivalry.
The Game:
A defensive slugfest early on, both teams struggled to move the ball.
OSU struck first with a 7-0 lead in the second quarter.
OU countered with 21 unanswered points before halftime, seemingly taking control.
But the second half belonged to the Cowboys.
Barry Sanders exploded, running for two touchdowns and showcasing his Heisman-caliber talent.
OSU's defense held firm, shutting down OU's offense in the clutch.
The Cowboys mounted a 28-7 second-half comeback, culminating in a thrilling 31-28 victory.
