Oklahoma State Looks to Break Big 12 Drought with New Coach Eric Morris
Under head coach Eric Morris, the Cowboys aim to end a 19‑game conference losing streak, leaning on returning stars and a wave of newcomers.
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Under head coach Eric Morris, the Cowboys aim to end a 19‑game conference losing streak, leaning on returning stars and a wave of newcomers.

A recent report reveals that Oklahoma State is allocating over $21 million in revenue‑sharing to student‑athletes, including quarterback Drew Mestemaker, whose $4‑$5 million NIL deal illustrates the growing financial incentives in college football.

Mike Gundy’s departure paved the way for Eric Morris to rebuild Oklahoma State’s program with a new identity, heavy transfer additions and a shift toward the SEC.

Oklahoma State's 2024 recruiting class, ranked No. 47 nationally, features several three-star freshmen poised to make an immediate impact under new head coach Eric Morris, leveraging NCAA eligibility changes and a competitive roster.
From Ames to Provo, a dozen programs have turned to new head coaches, reshaping strategies and expectations as the Big 12 enters a pivotal era.

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The 2026 college football season is already shaping up to be a crucible for several head coaches, with performance metrics and fan expectations converging into a hot‑seat watchlist that dominates early‑season conversation.

Eric Morris, the former Arizona State assistant, is the new head coach of the Oklahoma State Cowboys, inheriting a program with high hopes for a swift turnaround after two losing seasons.

After a period of decline, Oklahoma State has named Eric Morris as its new head football coach. Drawing inspiration from Willie Fritz's two‑year transformation of Houston, Morris plans to leverage recruiting, the transfer portal and name‑image‑likeness deals to rebuild the Cowboys and aim for Big 12 contention by 2028.

Oklahoma State’s new head coach Eric Morris is borrowing the playbook of Willie Fritz, who transformed the Houston Cougars from a four‑win team to a ten‑win program in two years, aiming to leverage the transfer portal and NIL to propel the Cowboys into Big 12 contention by 2028.

The Fiesta Sports Foundation has revealed its third annual All-State Football and Flag Football Teams, recognizing 50 elite high school players who will be celebrated at the August 21 kickoff event featuring keynote speakers Mike Gundy and Jack Swarbrick.
The latest Big 12 rankings highlight Utah's top spot, while the conference's deep history showcases legendary programs, standout players and influential figures across the league.

With key transfers and a fresh coaching direction, Oklahoma State hopes to turn the tide against a Kansas State team that has held the upper hand in recent meetings.

A look at the coaches whose jobs hang in the balance, the programs they steer, and the storylines that could reshape the 2026 college football landscape.

The Oklahoma State Cowboys entered the offseason after a bruising 1-11 campaign that saw longtime head coach Mike Gundy exit the program. The abrupt departure left a vacuum that the university moved quickly to fill, appointing Eric Morris, a coach with a reputation for aggressive recruiting, to take the helm.

After a disastrous 1‑11 season, Oklahoma State has appointed Eric Morris, who arrives with nearly 90 new players and a staff reshaped from North Texas. Analysts see his approach mirroring Curt Cignetti’s successful turnaround at Indiana, suggesting the Cowboys could contend for a bowl game — or even a Big 12 title — in his debut year.

The 2024 offseason saw fifteen head coaches dismissed, a wave of player transfers, and several high‑profile hires that are reshaping the landscape of college football.

The Fiesta Sports Foundation has unveiled its 2026 preseason All‑State flag football team for Arizona, recognizing 29 standout girls from across the state’s four conferences. The honorees will be celebrated on August 21, with keynote remarks from Mike Gundy and Jack Swarbrick.

The Fiesta Sports Foundation revealed its third annual All-State selections, honoring 50 student-athletes from across Arizona in a ceremony that spotlights the state's emerging football talent and supports local educators.

The latest Big 12 preseason football rankings reveal a competitive landscape, with Texas Tech leading the pack and several programs poised for breakthroughs.

Penn State celebrates the 40th birthday of defensive stalwart Sean Lee while freshman Josh Banks prepares to wear the historic No. 45 jersey for the upcoming season opener.

With nearly 90 newcomers and a versatile group led by Johnson, the Cowboys aim to leverage depth at defensive end as they head into 2026.

Kansas State’s football program is poised for a breakout 2026 campaign, thanks in large part to a wave of high‑profile transfers from across the Big 12.

Jaden Bray is set to don the late Pat White’s celebrated No. 5 jersey for West Virginia this season, a tribute that coincides with a ceremony to retire the number after the opener against Coastal Carolina. Bray, still recovering from past injuries, is focused on staying healthy for the final regular‑season clash with Utah, aiming to showcase his talent and uphold a storied tradition.