Oklahoma trailed Mizzou 16-9 late in the 4th quarter on Saturday night before scoring 2 quick touchdowns to take the lead.

First, OU tied the game thanks to a trick play. Running back Taylor Tatum found quarterback Jackson Arnold for an 18-yard touchdown pass to make it 16-16 with 3:18 remaining.

That was Oklahoma’s first touchdown of the night, as the Sooners settled for a trio of first-half field goals before finally finding the end zone. Here’s a replay of that big moment:

TIE BALL GAME. @taylortatum06 » @_JacksonArnold_ pic.twitter.com/1Je6xcH4eS

— Oklahoma Football (@OU_Football) November 10, 2024

Then, on Mizzou’s ensuing possession, Oklahoma took the lead after safety Billy Bowman scooped up a fumble and returned it 42 yards to the house. That big play gave OU a 23-16 advantage — its biggest lead of the night.

Here’s a replay of Bowman’s score:

Somebody say SOONER MAGIC⁉️@Billy2Bowman | #OUDNA pic.twitter.com/rWNCIm7xId

— Oklahoma Football (@OU_Football) November 10, 2024

This is a crucial game for Oklahoma. The Sooners would clinch bowl eligibility with a victory on Saturday night and would be in danger of not doing so with a loss. OU finishes out the season with games against Alabama and LSU. Oklahoma has not missed a bowl game since 1998.

Missouri also has a lot to play for. The Tigers still just have 2 losses this season and could theoretically get back into the at-large discussion for a CFP berth if they win out. Mizzou is also hoping to win 10+ games this year for a second consecutive season.

Spenser Davis

Spenser is a news editor for Saturday Down South and covers college football across all Saturday Football brands.