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Oklahoma football: Must play as important as must win

Nov 21, 2020; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners wide receiver Marvin Mims (17) runs as Oklahoma State Cowboys cornerback Thomas Harper (13) defends during the first half at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports

Since Week 3 of the Big 12 season we’ve been harping about how important it was for the Oklahoma football team to run the table the rest of the way.

The mathematics were simple: A third loss would in all probability eliminate any chance the Sooners would have of playing for the Big 12 Championship, something they’ve made a regular habit of the last five seasons.