Arkansas vs Oklahoma State football history: H2H, records, and more ahead of Week 2 college football matchup

The Arkansas Razorbacks will face the Oklahoma State Cowboys in a Week 2 showdown. The face-off will be on Saturday, Sept. 7, at Boone Pickens Stadium in Stillwater, Oklahoma. It's been 44 years since these two teams clashed on the football field, making this matchup one to watch.

Arkansas is coming off a dominant 70-0 win over Arkansas Pine Bluff in their season opener, while Oklahoma State secured a solid 44-20 victory against South Dakota State in Week 1. Arkansas has faced tough times on the field for much of the last decade.

Meanwhile, Oklahoma State has enjoyed multiple 10-win seasons, appearances in New Year's Six Bowl games, conference championships, and even came close to making the playoffs in 2021.

However, if Arkansas finds its rhythm with the option attack, Oklahoma State's defense could be caught off guard. Both teams’ keys to victory - Arkansas's defense and Oklahoma State's offense - are closely linked, making this matchup intriguing.

Arkansas vs. Oklahoma State: Head-to-head

Arkansas Razorbacks head coach Sam Pittman - Source: Imagn

It's been 44 years since the Cowboys and Razorbacks last met on the gridiron. The Razorbacks won that 1980 game 33-20, and historically, Arkansas has had the upper hand, winning seven of the last 10 matchups between 1971 and 1980.

Over the years, Arkansas and Oklahoma State have clashed 44 times on the gridiron, with the Razorbacks leading the series 29-14-1.

Notable records between Arkansas vs. Oklahoma State Cowboys

Their rivalry dates back to Oct. 30, 1914, when the Cowboys kicked off the series with a resounding 46-0 victory—still their largest margin of victory against Arkansas.

On the other end of the spectrum, the closest game came on Sept. 23, 1967, when the Cowboys edged out a 7-6 victory. Over these matchups, Oklahoma State has scored a total of 538 points, averaging 12 points per game.

Who is favored in Arkansas vs. Oklahoma State Cowboys?

Oklahoma State head football coach Mike Gundy - Source: Imagn

This upcoming game in Stillwater could play a significant role in shaping Oklahoma State's College Football Playoff hopes. According to ESPN's Football Power Index, the Cowboys have a 55.9% chance of winning, while Arkansas stands at 44.1%. With a talented dual-threat quarterback and offensive coordinator Bobby Petrino at the helm, Arkansas will be a dangerous team to face.

On the other side, Oklahoma State boasts a balanced offensive attack, and Arkansas is particularly vulnerable in their secondary. As the Cowboys look to break a five-game losing streak against the Razorbacks, this matchup could be pivotal.