At one time, Oklahoma's early November trip to Iowa State might have looked like a potential upset that could turn the playoff picture upside down. The Sooners will need to do a lot more than beat the lowly Cyclones on Thursday night to even think they can reach football's Final Four. The Sooners (6-2, 5-0 Big 12, No. 14 CFP ) have recovered well enough for an ugly 1-2 start to put themselves in position to win yet another league title.

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