The Oklahoma Sooners came back to the winning side with their 28-21 victory over the Iowa State Cyclones. Just look at the score and you wouldn’t be impressed, but considering the performance of the passing game and the game, it takes on a whole different perspective.

Caleb Williams was just 8 of 18 and was held within 90 passing yards for the second week in a row. It was the ground game that came to life against the Cyclones in 18th place, as the defense put on a spectacle of rushing passes to the tune of seven sacks and several forced fumbles.

It was the old school element that allowed the Oklahoma Sooners to secure their 10th win of the season and keep them in the race for the Big 12 title. It also put the Sooners on the USA “winner” list. TODAY Sports Paul Myerburg in action week 12.

It wasn’t the best win, but it wasn’t the best season for Lincoln Riley and the Sooners. For the second game in a row, quarterback Caleb Williams struggled through the air, completing just 8 of 18 attempts, but the rookie hit a 74-yard touchdown to help OU secure a 28-21 victory over Iowa State and head to the next game of the week at Oklahoma State at 10-1. – Myerburg, USA TODAY Sports

Caleb Williams’ ability to run the ball makes him dangerous even when his passing game isn’t flourishing. Considering what we’ve seen from Williams in his short time as a starter, it’s hard to imagine the passing woes will continue for the real freshman and the Sooners passing attack. .

That’s something to be concerned about as the Sooners prepare to take on an Oklahoma State Cowboys team that ranks in the top 10 in both run defense and run defense. past. The Sooners have a week to figure out how to attack the Cowboys defense and set up a Big 12 Bedlam clash.

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