The Great Kansas-Oklahoma Smackdown: A Tale of Triumph, Tribulation, and Touchdowns (Mostly Tribulation for Kansas)
Ah, the Kansas-Oklahoma football rivalry. A clash of crimson and blue, a battle for Big 12 bragging rights, and a source of endless amusement...for Oklahoma fans, at least. Let's delve into the nitty-gritty of this lopsided love story, shall we?
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| How Many Times Has Kansas Beat Oklahoma |
By the Numbers: A Statistical Slaughter (for Kansas)
The Short Answer: Buckle up, buttercup, because this one's a doozy. Oklahoma currently holds a commanding lead in the win column, boasting a mighty 80 wins to Kansas' somewhat less impressive 27. There have also been a handful of ties (3), but let's be honest, those are just participation trophies for Kansas at this point.
The Long (and Painful for Kansas Fans) Answer: Here's a breakdown for the history buffs: The two teams first met in 1903, with Kansas actually winning that inaugural bout (shocking, I know). But since then, it's been a one-sided beatdown. Oklahoma has dominated for most of the past century, leaving Kansas with more moral victories than actual wins.
Reminder: Short breaks can improve focus.
The "Hey, at Least We Show Up" Corner:
Look, Kansas might not win many, but at least they show up! They've never chickened out of a game (though some might argue that strategically conceding wouldn't be the worst idea).
The Last Time Kansas Reigned Supreme (Spoiler Alert: It Was a While Ago)
The History Books Tell a Different Story: Believe it or not, Kansas can actually claim victory over Oklahoma...once upon a time. In 1997, the Jayhawks pulled off a miraculous 20-17 upset. Let's just say that celebratory milk must have gone sour by now, but hey, a win's a win, right?
Tip: Highlight what feels important.
The Streak Continues...Uncomfortably:
Since that glorious (for Kansas) day in 1997, Oklahoma has enjoyed a rather embarrassing 18-game winning streak against the Jayhawks. It's enough to make even the most die-hard Kansas fan question their life choices.
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So, What Does This Mean for Kansas?
Hope Springs Eternal (Maybe): Despite the bleak outlook, there's always hope! Maybe this year will be the year Kansas finally dethrones the Oklahoma Sooners. Or maybe...not. But hey, a man (or woman) can dream, can't they?
Tip: Don’t just scroll to the end — the middle counts too.
Moral of the Story: This rivalry might be a bit one-sided, but hey, at least it's entertaining (for Oklahoma fans, at least).
Frequently Asked Questions (Because Let's Be Honest, You Have Them)
How to cope with the inevitable disappointment of a Kansas loss?
Tip: The middle often holds the main point.
- Distract yourself: Binge-watch a show, take up a new hobby, or enroll in therapy.
- Find solace in schadenfreude: Root for another team to beat Oklahoma. Misery loves company, right?
- Embrace the underdog: There's something strangely endearing about cheering for the team that always loses.
How to convince your Oklahoma fan friend that the rivalry is actually competitive?
- Good luck. This might be a bridge too far.
How to celebrate a rare Kansas victory?
- Like it's the Super Bowl. Because for Kansas fans, it basically is.
- Stock up on milk. You'll need it for the victory celebration...and the inevitable tears of joy (or relief).
- Prepare to be insufferable. You deserve to bask in this glorious moment for at least a week.
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