This year's Bedlam matchup likely will affect the Big 12, College Football Playoff and Heisman Trophy races.

No. 8 Oklahoma (7-1, 4-1 Big 12, No. 5 CFP) and No. 11 Oklahoma State (7-1, 4-1, No. 11 CFP) share the Big 12 lead, and the winner of Saturday's showdown would be positioned well to reach the Big 12 title game. While the loser still could play for the conference title, its national title hopes will take a major hit.

There's an extra layer to the story this year. Oklahoma quarterback Baker Mayfield and Oklahoma State quarterback Mason Rudolph are considered by many to be top contenders f...