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Show stoppers?(College Football)(Brief Article)
So, Oklahoma looks unbeatable, huh? We're not disagreeing, but we'll just show you who can beat them--and who really doesn't have a chance despite what you might think.
Can do
In the regular season: Oklahoma State. The 'Pokes, who have won the last two in the series, match up well with OU. OSU goes to maximum protection and forces the Sooners to cover physical receivers and tight ends with a reduced rush. When successful--see last year's blowout--OU's front seven slows and the running game opens.
In the Big 12 title game: Missouri. OU struggled to beat Kansas State in a rematch in the 2000 title game, and the 'Cats didn't have a dynamic quarterback like Missouri's Brad Smith. Mizzou's game plan for Round 2: Smith breaks containment and picks up big gains to keep OU guessing, and the Tigers don't implode with turnovers.
In the Sugar Bowl: Virginia Tech. The Hokies are a mini-version of OU, with a zone-blitzing, risk-taking defense and a balanced offense ...
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