It's that time of year again when deep-fried delicacies and pigskin pandemonium take over Dallas. Mayor Eric L. Johnson has officially declared this week "Red River Rivalry Week," ramping up the excitement for the historic college football clash between the University of Texas at Austin and the University of Oklahoma. The fierce competition is set to unfold at the Cotton Bowl in Fair Park, alongside the State Fair of Texas, adding to an already vibrant atmosphere.

The stakes are high, and the rivalry is intense. The Longhorns and Sooners have been locking horns since 1900, making this Saturday's showdown the 120th installment of the storied series. While Texas holds an edge in the overall matchup with a record of 63-51-5, Oklahoma snatched a win in last year's game with a narrow 34-30 victory, as reported by the City of Dallas. It is a week where allegiances are declared, jerseys are donned, and the age-old question (whether Texas or Oklahoma comes first) is answered, at least temporarily by official proclamation.

The Cotton Bowl has hosted the event since 1929, turning the game into a cherished tradition that Dallas is proud to claim as its own. "The Red River Rivalry is one of my favorite annual Dallas sports events, and I’m thrilled we have the pleasure of hosting it once again at the historic Cotton Bowl in Fair Park during the State Fair of Texas," Mayor Johnson, an unabashed Longhorns fan, remarked in a statement, as per the City of Dallas.

Fans from all corners are expected to flood the city, decked in their team's colors, eager to witness another chapter of this passionate rivalry. Mayor Johnson's proclamation not only celebrates the game but invites Texans and visitors to revel in a weekend at the fair, enjoying everything from rides to the legendary football game. The document, adorned with official language, goes on to detail the significance of the event and the enthusiasm with the city anticipates welcoming supporters of both teams.