Eric Morris, a former Texas Tech player, entered his first season as head coach of the Oklahoma State Cowboys with a clear mission: halt a 19‑game conference losing streak that has plagued the program.
Morris arrives after successful tenures at Incarnate Word and North Texas, where he compiled a 46‑34 record and cultivated a reputation for turning programs around.
A Revamped Roster
He has overhauled the Cowboys’ roster with 87 newcomers, many of whom came from his previous staff at North Texas. The influx includes quarterback Drew Mestemaker, running back Caleb Hawkins and wide receiver Wyatt Young, all of whom bring fresh energy to the offense.
Mestemaker was recognized as the Big 12 preseason newcomer of the year and earned a spot on the USA TODAY Sports Network All‑Big 12 team, underscoring the optimism surrounding the new‑look attack.
Staff Continuity
A sizable portion of Morris’s coaching staff also made the move to Stillwater, preserving continuity and institutional knowledge while injecting new ideas from his North Texas experience.
The Cowboys have struggled in recent years, posting a 3‑9 record in 2024 and a 1‑11 mark the season before, making the upcoming campaign a critical test of Morris’s vision.
Looking Ahead
With a blend of experienced leadership, a revitalized roster and a coaching staff that knows how to win, Morris hopes to rewrite the narrative in Stillwater and restore the program’s competitiveness in the Big 12.