Crain & Company Oklahoma KNOCKS OUT Tennessee INSTANT REACTION | Will OU Make the CFP?
Nov 2, 2025
Oklahoma stunned Tennessee with a remarkable comeback, intensifying their College Football Playoff hopes. The hosts break down Brent Venables' game plan, applauding the team's resilient defense. Key moments, like winning the turnover battle and big plays, were crucial for Oklahoma’s victory. They also discuss Tennessee's dim playoff prospects. Conversations shift to Oklahoma's remaining tough schedule, while speculation about coaching changes adds intrigue for the future. Tune in for insights on clutch performances and the dynamics of playoff chasing!
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Big Plays And Turnovers Decided The Game
- Oklahoma's road win at Tennessee hinged on timely big plays and turnovers.
- Winning the turnover battle outweighed other box-score deficits for Oklahoma.
Box Score Didn't Tell The Full Story
- The box score masked how the game flowed: Tennessee's Joey Aguilar outgained but Oklahoma found points in other phases.
- Oklahoma scored via defense and had multiple field goals that made the difference.
Defense And Special Teams Carried Oklahoma
- Brent Venables' defense consistently disrupted Tennessee and limited scoring under 30 points.
- Oklahoma leaned on defense and special teams to win despite not dominating many statistical categories.