Statistical Summary
| Statistical Comparison | UM | OU |
|---|---|---|
| First Downs | 13 | 10 |
| Passing Yards | 36 | 22 |
| Rushing Yards | 176 | 208 |
| Return Yards | 25 | 7 |
| Total Yards | 250 | 247 |
| Passing (cmp–att) | 5–12 | 4–6 |
| Punts (#–avg) | 5–29.0 | 7–31.3 |
| Penalty yards | 15 | 45 |
| Fumbles (#–lost) | 1–1 | 2–2 |
Oklahoma back Larry Grigg managed to score the only touchdown of the game and Buddy Leake made the extra point. Grigg led the Sooners in rushing with 89 yards on 13 carries. Maryland was led by Felton who gained 51 yards on ten carries.
Quarterback Charlie Boxold led Maryland in passing with three completions on nine attempts for 42 yards. Dick Nolan led in receiving with two receptions for 31 yards. Oklahoma's passing was led by quarterback Gene Calame before he was put out of the game by injury. He completed four of four pass attempts for 22 yards. Bob Burris was the Sooners' leading receiver with three receptions for 17 yards.
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