Advanced stats have Texas over Oklahoma per Parker Fleming

Texas is a touchdown favorite over Oklahoma this week. Advanced stats bear out that notion to be true according to metrics shared by advanced stats expert Parker Fleming.

In his advanced stats preview of the game, Fleming’s numbers point to Texas defeating Oklahoma by an average score of roughly 33-26. The score is within reason based on the tug of war many expect to see in the game.

Many of the stats in question feature strength-on-strength battles. In this game, both teams are excellent on offense and defense save for a handful of categories. It’s within reason that both teams could play to a virtual draw because of an even level of performance.

It’s uncertain what to make of both teams. Oklahoma has maximized opportunities against a bad schedule. Texas has failed to maximize opportunities against lesser opponents. Even so, what we don’t know will likely be unearthed in this game.

Texas takes on Oklahoma at 11 a.m. CT on ABC.

Story originally appeared on Longhorns Wire