In an electrifying finish at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium, Oklahoma fans began celebrating on the field prematurely, believing their team had secured an upset victory over No. 7 Alabama. With the Sooners leading 24-3 and less than a minute left in the game, fans could not resist the urge to storm the field. However, there were still 28 seconds remaining on the clock, creating a chaotic scene for the players and officials.

ESPN commentator Kirk Herbstreit, calling the game alongside Chris Fowler, humorously likened the situation to a farm scene, comparing the enthusiastic fans to sheep rushing impulsively. His bewilderment was clear as he questioned whether the fans had noticed the time still left on the clock. “Do you think they don't see the clock?" Herbstreit remarked. "They just see other people running and they just take off, like sheep?”

Eventually, the field was cleared, and Oklahoma executed one final knee to capture their most significant win of the season. Despite the euphoria, this premature celebration will cost Oklahoma financially, as they must pay Alabama $100,000 for violating the SEC’s "access to competition area" policy.

Interestingly, Oklahoma wasn’t the only team facing premature field-storming issues that day. In another close matchup, No. 22 Arizona State's fans also rushed the field against No. 15 BYU, thinking the game had ended after an incomplete pass on fourth down. However, officials determined there was still one second left, giving BYU a final, albeit unsuccessful, shot at a Hail Mary.

Oklahoma's win boosts their record to 6-5, making them bowl eligible for the 26th straight season. On the other hand, Alabama's loss further complicates an already challenging season under first-year head coach Kalen DeBoer. The Crimson Tide, now at 8-3, find their College Football Playoff hopes dwindling, marking the first time since 2010 that Alabama has faced more than two losses in a season.