- Matchup: Oklahoma Sooners vs South Carolina Gamecocks
- Date: Saturday, October 18, 2025
- Venue: Williams-Brice Stadium, Columbia, SC
- Broadcast: SEC Network
- Betting Line: Gamecocks (+3.5)
- Over/Under Total: 43
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The Oklahoma Sooners (5-1) will travel to Williams-Brice Stadium on Saturday, October 18, 2025, aiming to secure a victory against the South Carolina Gamecocks (3-3). Oklahoma is currently favored by 3.5 points according to Las Vegas odds, with an over/under set at 43 points.
Coming into this contest, the Sooners hold a record of 5-1 for the season. In their previous matchup against the Texas Longhorns, Oklahoma suffered a defeat, ending the game at 23-6. The Sooners ran a total of 69 plays, generating 258 yards. They attempted 30 rushing plays, accumulating just 48 yards, resulting in an average of 1.6 yards per carry. Defensively, Oklahoma allowed 136 rushing yards on 35 attempts, averaging out to 3.9 yards per rush. They permitted 21 completions out of 27 attempts for 166 yards, achieving a completion rate of 77.8%.
This season, the Sooners have amassed a total of 2,334 yards. In terms of scoring, Oklahoma has achieved 9 touchdowns through passing and 10 on the ground. They’ve given up the ball 9 times and have recorded 129 first downs as a team, but have been penalized 34 times for a total of 314 yards. Their ground game averages 122.3 yards per game, ranking them 106th in Division 1. Overall, the Oklahoma Sooners score an average of 29.2 points per game.
Defensively, the Sooners have surrendered 758 passing yards, placing them 3rd in Division 1. They allow 126.3 passing yards per game with a completion percentage against of 56.8%. Overall, their passing defense also ranks 1st in Division 1 for total yards allowed, yielding 211.2 yards per game. They have conceded 2 touchdown passes and 2 rushing touchdowns, allowing opponents to rush for an average of 2.7 yards per carry and a total of 84.8 rushing yards per game. Over the season, they have given up 509 yards on the ground in 6 games, ranking 2nd in Division 1 for scoring defense, allowing just 9.8 points per game.
The South Carolina Gamecocks enter this matchup with a record of 3-3. In their last game, they faced a loss against the LSU Tigers, finishing at 20-10. South Carolina managed to accumulate 317 total yards from 72 plays (averaging 4.4 yards per play). They rushed for an average of 4.3 yards per carry, compiling 193 yards on 45 attempts. On defense, the Gamecocks allowed 30 running plays for 166 yards (averaging 5.5 yards per rush). Their pass defense let up a completion percentage of 60.6%, yielding 254 yards on 20 completions from 33 attempts.
In terms of scoring, the Gamecocks rank 107th in Division 1, averaging just 22.3 points per game. They average 310.0 total yards per game, placing them 123rd nationally. Their penalty count stands at 412 yards over 55 penalties, ranking them 3rd for giving up yardage via infractions. South Carolina has thrown 3 interceptions this season and lost 3 fumbles while achieving 106 first downs. Totaling 1,168 passing yards, they average 194.7 passing yards per game, which is 100th in college football. Their rushing offense averages 115.3 yards, with a total of 692 yards accrued so far.
Defensively, the Gamecocks allow an average of 19.0 points per game, placing them 32nd nationally. They have given up a total of 882 rushing yards this season, averaging 147.0 rushing yards per game, along with 5 rushing touchdowns. In the passing game, they have surrendered 6 touchdowns and allowed 192.5 yards per game, ranking them 40th in college football. South Carolina’s defense has been on the field for 395 plays this season, ranking them 64th overall. They have recovered 4 fumbles and secured 8 interceptions thus far, allowing a total of 114 points this season.
Who will emerge victorious in this exciting college football clash between the Sooners and Gamecocks?
Prediction: Choose the Sooners -3.5
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