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Oklahoma Sooners' Dillon Gabriel Shines as Iowa State Cyclones Prepare for Showdown

The upcoming football game between the Oklahoma Sooners and the Iowa State Cyclones is set to be a thrilling matchup. Both teams have shown great potential in their previous games, and fans are eagerly awaiting this showdown.


Nov 16, 2019; Waco, TX, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) passes the ball against the Baylor Bears during the second half at McLane Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

In their last three games, the Oklahoma Sooners have had standout performances from several players. Quarterback Dillon Gabriel has been exceptional, with an impressive passing yardage of 322 yards and a completion percentage of 68.4%. Gabriel has also thrown one touchdown pass without any interceptions, showcasing his accuracy and decision-making skills.


Running back Marcus Major has been a key contributor to the Sooners' offense, rushing for 63 yards with an average of 4.2 yards per carry. Major has consistently gained crucial first downs and has been a reliable option in the red zone.


Wide receiver Jalil Farooq has emerged as a top target for Gabriel, recording 45 receiving yards with an average of 22.5 yards per catch. Farooq's ability to stretch the field and make big plays has added another dimension to the Sooners' passing attack.


On the defensive side, linebacker Danny Stutsman has stood out with his tackling prowess. Stutsman has recorded one tackle for loss and one sack in the previous games, demonstrating his ability to disrupt opposing offenses.


For the Iowa State Cyclones, quarterback Rocco Becht has shown promise with his passing abilities. In their last game, Becht threw for 233 yards with a completion percentage of 70.8%. Although he threw two interceptions, Becht managed to find success through the air and will be looking to build on that performance against the Sooners.


Defensively, linebacker Caleb Bacon has been a force to be reckoned with. Bacon has recorded multiple tackles in each game and consistently disrupts opposing offenses with his speed and agility.


As the game approaches, it is clear that both teams have players who can make a significant impact. The Sooners' Dillon Gabriel and Marcus Major will be key offensive weapons, while the Cyclones' Rocco Becht and Caleb Bacon will look to lead their team to victory.


The game is scheduled for September 30th at the Gaylord Family Oklahoma Memorial Stadium in Norman, Oklahoma. Fans can catch all the action on Fox Sports 1 (channel 219). With the talent on both sides, this matchup promises to be an exciting clash between two formidable teams.

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