OSU blitz package with Brandon Chatmon
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Published: October 31, 2009
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Today's matchup to watch: Oklahoma State CB Perrish Cox vs. Texas WR Jordan Shipley
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The Cox vs. Shipley matchup could be one of the keys to the game. Shipley makes big plays in big games but the Cowboys' cornerback held his own against Georgia standout receiver A.J. Green. Can he do the same against Shipley?
Today's player to watch: Zac Robinson, QB, Oklahoma State
The Cowboys' senior signal caller has been outstanding in Big 12 play. He's using his feet to make plays and he's been extremely efficient through the air. Robinson will be counted on to make game-changing plays against a stout Texas defense.
In the crosshairs
Today's players who will be tested: OSU's defensive line
Jermiah Price, Richetti Jones, Ugo Chinasa, Nigel Nicholas and the Cowboys' other pass rushing defensive lineman must have a big game. If OSU can't get pressure on Colt McCoy without having to blitz on every down, it could be a long night for the Cowboys.
Watch out for...
Unknown player who could make an impact: Marquise Goodwin, WR, Texas
The true freshman receiver from Garland (Texas) Rowlett is the national high school record holder in the long jump (26-10). Goodwin has begun to emerge as another target for McCoy, catching four passes against Oklahoma and Missouri. He has the explosiveness and speed to change a game.
Clippings
Texas 35, Oklahoma State 27
“OSU traditionally has the conference's best special teams, but Texas' kicking game with breakaway return threats D.J. Monroe and Jordan Shipley will test the Cowboys. In the end, that might end up being the difference in this game.” — ESPN.com's Tim Griffin
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