Oklahoma State fans have a reason to look ahead with optimism as the program welcomes Eric Morris as its new head coach, stepping in after longtime leader Mike Gundy departed the role. Morris arrives with a reputation for turning programs around and a deep understanding of the Big 12 landscape.
A New Era for the Cowboys
Morris's résumé includes a standout stint at North Texas, where he guided the Mean Green to an 11‑2 record and a conference title game appearance, finishing with a 46‑34 career mark that also spans his earlier work at Incarnate Word. His experience as an assistant at Texas Tech further equips him to navigate the rigors of Big 12 competition.
Central to the renewed hope is sophomore quarterback Drew Mestemaker, a transfer from North Texas who topped the nation with 4,379 passing yards last season and is praised for his vision and rapid processing. Morris brought 17 transfers from North Texas, among them Mestemaker, Caleb Hawkins and Wyatt Young, bolstering the roster with proven talent.
An anonymous Big 12 assistant coach recently highlighted the Cowboys' talent pool, noting that the right personnel are now in place to break the 18‑game league losing streak that has plagued the team over the past two years. The coach expressed confidence that Morris can pick up where he left off at North Texas and translate that success to Stillwater.