In a game where Arizona State seemed to have all but locked up a spot in the Big 12 Championship, Oklahoma State decided to cause some drama. Ollie Gordon II carried his team to victory rushing for an insane 244 yards and catching 3 passes for another 70 yards. This game featured 4 pix sixes, two thrown by each team. Neither defense seemed to have an answer for the other team, as the Sun Devils ran a kick back for a touchdown as well.
This win brings Oklahoma State up to 3-7 as they enjoy a 2 game win streak under new Coach AwesomeAndrewYa. Arizona State just barely makes it into the Big 12 Conference Championship game, having it come down to the third tiebreaker over West Virginia. Oklahoma State is looking to win out and end the season 5-7.
In a dramatic finish, Arizona State came up just short against Oklahoma State, losing 43-38 after a potential game-winning touchdown pass was broken up in the end zone as time expired. The Sun Devils had one final shot to steal the victory, but Oklahoma State’s defense stood tall, securing the win in a game that saw both teams exchange big plays and momentum swings throughout.
Oklahoma State’s ground game was the difference maker, as they racked up 253 rushing yards compared to Arizona State’s 82. The Cowboys finished with 462 total yards of offense, controlling the tempo with a balanced attack that kept Arizona State’s defense on its heels. Despite the dominance on the ground, Oklahoma State relied on timely passing, adding 209 yards through the air.
Arizona State, meanwhile, was led by a strong passing performance, putting up 304 yards through the air. Their offense outgained Oklahoma State in total yards, finishing with 624 total yards compared to Oklahoma State’s 557, but the Sun Devils struggled to finish key drives, particularly in the red zone, converting just 2 of their 4 opportunities into touchdowns.
The game was filled with big plays on special teams, as Arizona State gained 223 yards on kick returns, including several key returns that set them up with excellent field position. Oklahoma State countered with 74 kick return yards of their own, while also limiting the Sun Devils to just 15 yards on punt returns.
Defensively, both teams forced two turnovers, with Arizona State snagging two interceptions and Oklahoma State returning the favor with two of their own. Penalties were a non-factor, as neither team committed any infractions in this tightly contested matchup.
In the end, Oklahoma State’s ability to control the clock and capitalize on Arizona State’s struggles in the red zone proved decisive. Despite their late-game surge and a final drive that nearly resulted in a game-winning touchdown, Arizona State was left heartbroken as their final pass was broken up in the end zone, sealing the Cowboys’ 43-38 victory.
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