2021

Valero Alamo Bowl | Wednesday, December 28, 2021
#16 Oklahoma 47 vs. #14 Oregon 32

Attendance: 59,121
ESPN Viewership: 4,735,508
Team Payout: TBD
TV Coverage: ESPN HD

Offensive MVP: Kennedy Brooks, RB, Oklahoma
Defensive MVP: Pat Fields, S, Oklahoma
Fred Jacoby Sportsmanship Award: Alex Forsyth, Oregon

Head Coaches: Bryan McClendon (Oregon), Bob Stoops (Oklahoma)
Final Records: Oklahoma 11-2, Oregon 10-4

Game Recap

Kennedy Brooks and Caleb Williams powered a dominant Oklahoma performance as the #16 Sooners defeated the #14 Oregon Ducks 47-32 in the 2021 Valero Alamo Bowl. The matchup marked Oklahoma’s first-ever appearance in the Valero Alamo Bowl and featured the rare circumstance of both teams being led by interim head coaches.

Oklahoma set the tone early, racing out to a commanding 30-3 halftime lead. Brooks rushed for two first-half touchdowns while Williams delivered two scoring passes through the air. The Sooners’ balanced attack overwhelmed Oregon’s defense and showcased efficiency rarely seen in bowl play.

Brooks finished the game with 142 rushing yards and three touchdowns on just 14 carries, earning Offensive MVP honors. Williams was nearly flawless, completing 21 of 27 passes for a 78 percent completion rate — the second-highest in Valero Alamo Bowl history.

Oregon attempted a comeback in the third quarter, scoring 22 points behind quarterback Anthony Brown’s two touchdown passes and a strong showing from running back Travis Dye, who totaled 153 rushing yards and a score. However, Oklahoma matched the surge with 14 points of its own to maintain control.

The Sooners cruised to a 47-32 victory, improving to 7-1 all-time against Oregon and finishing their inaugural Valero Alamo Bowl appearance in decisive fashion.

Game Notes

RUN, RUN, RUN
Oklahoma running back Kennedy Brooks erupted for 142 yards and three touchdowns, earning 2021 Valero Alamo Bowl Offensive MVP honors. His three rushing touchdowns tied for the second-most in Alamo Bowl history.

BEST ON THE FIELDS
Oklahoma safety Pat Fields recorded nine tackles, including six solo stops, to earn Defensive MVP recognition.

YOU GET YARDS, EVERYONE GETS YARDS
Oklahoma and Oregon combined for 1,057 total yards and 53 first downs, the second-highest totals in Valero Alamo Bowl history.

PICK TURNS TO POINTS
Oklahoma safety Justin Broiles intercepted Oregon on the Ducks’ opening drive. The Sooners capitalized with a nine-play, 54-yard drive capped by a 16-yard touchdown run from Brooks.

NEVER SAY DYE
Oregon running back Travis Dye surpassed 3,000 career rushing yards, becoming the fifth Duck to reach the milestone. He finished with 153 yards and a touchdown.

MAKING DAD PROUD
Oklahoma wide receiver Drake Stoops caught his fourth career touchdown pass — coached by his father, interim head coach Bob Stoops.

MARVIN’S MILES
Marvin Mims hauled in a 55-yard touchdown reception, his third TD catch of 50+ yards during the 2021 season.

SOONERS SURGE EARLY
Oklahoma’s 30-3 halftime lead marked the second-largest halftime margin in Valero Alamo Bowl history.

BOMB FROM BROWN
Oregon quarterback Anthony Brown connected with Dont’e Thornton on a 66-yard touchdown pass — the longest scoring play of the game.

THIRD QUARTER TRACK MEET
The teams combined for 36 points in the third quarter, the third-highest combined scoring quarter in Alamo Bowl history.

RECORD-SETTING EFFICIENCY
Oklahoma quarterback Caleb Williams wet 21-of-27 with three passing touchdowns and one rushing touchdown. His passing efficiency rating (262.0) is a Valero Alamo Bowl record.

NOBODY’S PERFECT
Oklahoma kicker Gabe Brkic missed his first career PAT after entering the game perfect on 154 attempts.

FIRST TIME FOR EVERYTHING
Oklahoma made its first appearance in the Valero Alamo Bowl.

DOME SWEET DOME
The Sooners improved to 2-0 all-time in the Alamodome.

THE REPLACEMENTS
For the first time in Valero Alamo Bowl history, both teams were led by interim head coaches.

DON’T CALL IT A COMEBACK
Bob Stoops returned to the Oklahoma sideline for the first time since 2017, improving his career record to 191-48.

OKLAHOMA IN THE LEAD
Oklahoma moved to 7-1 all-time against Oregon, including bowl games.

BIG 12, BIG WINS
Current Big 12 teams improved to 13-10 all-time in the Valero Alamo Bowl.

SIGHT FOR SORE EYES
After limited attendance in 2020, a crowd of 59,121 returned to the Alamodome, marking the 26th time the bowl drew at least 50,000 fans.