AUSTIN, Texas—Texas was supposed to be a year away from challenging for No. 1.

There were just too many questions: Could Colt McCoy cut down his interceptions? Could the Longhorns find a running game? Could new coordinator Will Muschamp turn a struggling defense into a playmaking one?

And after five straight blowouts against a soft early schedule, could they trade punches with a heavyweight such as Oklahoma?

The answers keep coming up yes and the Longhorns (6-0, 2-0 Big 12) are a surprise No. 1 after knocking off the previously top-ranked Sooners 45-35 Satur...

Log-In to view full story or view our Registration Guide.