ALERT 'One step closer to our goal': McKade Mettauer, OU's offensive line prepared for Texas' defensive front

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'One step closer to our goal': McKade Mettauer, OU's offensive line prepared for Texas' defensive front

Oklahoma Sooners Offensive Line Ready for Texas Longhorns Defensive Front in Red River Rivalry

The Oklahoma Sooners will face a tough test in the Red River Rivalry this Saturday against the Texas Longhorns, who have one of the best defensive fronts in the country. The Longhorns are led by All-Big 12 defensive end Moro Ojomo and disruptive defensive tackle Byron Murphy.

However, the Sooners' offensive line is confident that they are prepared for the challenge. Redshirt junior right guard McKade Mettauer told the OU Daily that the offensive line is "one step closer to our goal" of protecting quarterback Dillon Gabriel and giving the Sooners' running game a chance to succeed.

"We know that they are a very talented group," Mettauer said. "But we also know that we have the potential to be a great offensive line. We just have to play to our strengths and execute our game plan."

The Sooners' offensive line has been solid this season, but they have faced some challenges. They have allowed 13 sacks in six games, which is tied for 63rd in the country. However, they have also been good at protecting Gabriel on passing plays, and they have helped the Sooners average 185.3 rushing yards per game.

One of the biggest challenges for the Sooners' offensive line will be dealing with the size and strength of the Texas defensive line. The Longhorns have several players who are over 300 pounds, and they are all very athletic.

"We need to be tighter with our technique," Mettauer said. "We're not going to get away with bad technique and just use pure strength like we have a couple times (this season)."

Another challenge for the Sooners' offensive line will be dealing with the Longhorns' speed. The Longhorns have a number of quick and aggressive defensive linemen who can get into the backfield quickly.

"We need to be communicating well and making sure everyone is on the same page," Mettauer said. "If we can do that, we'll be in good shape."

The matchup between the OU offensive line and the Texas defensive front is one of the key matchups in the Red River Rivalry. The Sooners will need to be at their best if they want to protect Gabriel and give their offense a chance to succeed.

Unique Aspect of the Article

This article takes a unique perspective by focusing on the Sooners' offensive line and their preparation for the Texas defensive front. It is rare to see an article that focuses solely on the offensive line, as they are often overshadowed by the quarterback and running backs. However, the offensive line is essential to the success of any offense, and they will play a vital role in the Red River Rivalry.

The article also includes quotes from McKade Mettauer, one of the leaders of the Sooners' offensive line. This gives the reader a firsthand account of how the offensive line is preparing for the game and what they expect from the Texas defensive front.