The Oklahoma Sooners are gearing up for their first-ever SEC matchup this Saturday, set to take on the No. 6-ranked Tennessee Volunteers. As ESPN’s College Gameday prepares to broadcast with a sea of crimson behind them, the tension is building between the two programs, even though they don’t face each other often.
Historically, Oklahoma holds a 3-1 record over Tennessee, with their last meeting in 2015 resulting in a Sooners victory. But despite the infrequent matchups, the animosity between the teams is growing, and some are even speculating that this could turn into a future rivalry.
The latest spark? Tennessee defensive back Boo Carter posted a countdown on his Instagram story leading up to Saturday’s game. While countdowns are common enough, it was Carter’s accompanying caption, “B2A PART 4” (interpreted as “belt to ass,” implying a blowout victory for Tennessee), that has added fuel to the fire, giving Oklahoma players some extra motivation.
Boo Carter with a message before the Oklahoma game… 😳🤣
“Belt to ass part 4” pic.twitter.com/00YqDnQbJf
— Tennessee Volunteers (@Volology) September 18, 2024
For a freshman yet to make a significant mark on the field, Carter’s bold talk is sure to catch the attention of the Sooners. It’s a risky move, especially heading into a high-stakes SEC game where anything can happen.
With both teams having something to prove, Carter’s comment only heightens the intensity ahead of what could be a closely contested battle. It’s now up to the Vols to back up their words — and for the Sooners, it’s more bulletin board material to inspire a potential upset.
