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These were the most iconic moments in Bedlam history​

Todd Pendleton
The Oklahoman

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The last Bedlam game, the legendary matchup between Oklahoma and Oklahoma State, is Saturday.

Ahead of the game, we're taking a look at some of the biggest and most iconic moments in the history of the rivalry.

Providing one of the most iconic images in Bedlam football history, OU quarterback Sam Bradford jumped from the 3-yard line, trying to leap over two OSU defenders, who knocked him into a full flip with his body going completely perpendicular to the ground. The moment elevated his Heisman Trophy campaign and helped the Sooners to a 61-41 win.

1969​

OU's Steve Owens carried the ball 55 times for 271 yards as the Sooners topped OSU 28-27.

1976​

Oklahoma State star running back Terry Miller took his first carry of the day 72 yards for a touchdown.

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Charlie Weatherbie came off the bench to lead a Cowboy rally for a 31-24 win, prompting Weatherbie to drop to his knees and thank the heavens in celebration.

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1985​

In frigid weather on the ice-covered Lewis Field turf, OU defeated OSU 13-0 in the famed Ice Bowl of 1985.

1988​

On his way to the Heisman Trophy in 1988, OSU’s Barry Sanders rushed for 215 yards,
but it was OU running back Mike Gaddis, with 213 yards, who powered the Sooners’ 31-28 victory.

2001​

With OU in Big 12 and national title contention, the Cowboys went into Norman and stole a 16-13 victory with one of the series’ most historic moments. OSU receiver Rashaun Woods jumped to catch the game-winning touchdown pass with OU cornerback Derrick Straight behind him, unable to knock the ball away.

2014​

OU coach Bob Stoops didn’t have to punt the ball to OSU again after a penalty, but he chose to, and Cowboy return man Tyreek Hill made him pay with a 92-yard return for a touchdown, sealing a 38-35 OSU win.

2023​

Oklahoma State running back Ollie Gordon and OU quarterback Dillon Gabriel have both drawn national attention for their play this season. Which of them might provide the last iconic Bedlam moment?