Oklahoma State Cowboys: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Oklahoma State Looking to Remain Unbeaten Against Northwestern

Oklahoma State is set for another test in its first matchup away from Stillwater. While most of Oklahoma is preparing for Thanksgiving, Steve Lutz’s squad is in Chicago preparing for a matchup against a Big 10 foe.

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What Betting Odds Say About Oklahoma State-Iowa State Matchup

Oklahoma State has made plenty of noise already this week, but it has one more game left to play. On Saturday, OSU will host Iowa State in the season finale, but its hiring of Eric Morris on Tuesday has already stolen all of this week’s headlines.

Oklahoma State Cowboys News / Oklahoma State Cowboys on SI / November 25

Cowgirls Take Slight Tumble in Latest AP Poll

Oklahoma State’s season took an early turn, but there’s still plenty of time to get back on track. Coming into this season, OSU women’s basketball had some of the highest expectations the program has ever seen.

College Football News / Gridiron Heroics / November 25

Oklahoma State Cowboys Hiring North Texas coach Eric Morris

The Oklahoma State Cowboys have been looking for a coach to transition after they decided to fire Mike Gundy after 21 seasons back in September. While the program has been struggling to find its own, the university has found its next coach in North Texas Mean Green’s coach Eric Morris.

Oklahoma State Cowboys News / Oklahoma State Cowboys on SI / November 25

Oklahoma State AD 'Thirlled' About Eric Morris Hiring

Oklahoma State is excited to begin its new era. After firing Mike Gundy back in September, OSU began its search for the next leader of the program, and that search officially ended on Tuesday when the Cowboys announced the hiring of Eric Morris.

College Football News / Yardbarker / November 25

North Texas HC accepts OK State job offer while competing for CFP bid

North Texas HC Eric Morris accepts Oklahoma State job offer while competing for CFP bid

North Texas is two wins away from a possible College Football Playoff berth, but head coach Eric Morris is already thinking about 2026.

Deion Sanders, Colorado make big decision on QB Julian Lewis

Why Matt Rhule rejected the Penn State job to stay at Nebraska

Michigan State HC Jonathan Smith not thinking about his future in East Lansing

Virginia loses productive linebacker to an ACL injury

LSU is only hurting itself with the prolonged Brian Kelly battle

Oklahoma State Cowboys News / Heartland College Sports / November 25

Oklahoma State Football Hires Eric Morris as Next Head Coach

The Eric Morris era at Oklahoma State is official. The Cowboys have agreed to terms with Morris, bringing him in as their next head coach and signaling the start of a new chapter for the program.

Oklahoma State Cowboys News / Oklahoma State Cowboys on SI / November 25

Social Media Reacts to Oklahoma State Hiring Eric Morris

Oklahoma State is officially hiring Eric Morris to be its head football coach, kicking off the first official hire in the post-Mike Gundy era. Morris was seen as one of the top available head coaches in the nation by many.

Mike Gundy News / CFB-HQ on SI / November 25

$5.1 million coach emerges as candidate to replace Mike Gundy at Oklahoma State

With Oklahoma State nearing a decision before the calendar flips into December, the Cowboys’ search for Mike Gundy’s replacement has taken a new turn. Gundy, the school’s all-time wins leader (170-90), was fired after a 3-9 2024 season and a 1-2 start this year, with the university announcing Gundy’s departure on September 23.

Oklahoma State Cowboys News / Heartland College Sports / November 25

Greg McElroy Explains Why Oklahoma State Should Hire Eric Morris

ESPN’s Greg McElroy stirred up some buzz this week when he went on record saying that North Texas head coach Eric Morris should be “front and center” in Oklahoma State’s coaching search.

Mike Gundy News / Athlon Sports / November 25

Surging CFB Coach Predicted to Replace Mike Gundy at Oklahoma State

In the midst of his 21st season, the Oklahoma State Cowboys fired head coach Mike Gundy. Gundy finished with a record of 170-90 during his tenure, also winning one Big 12 championship.

Oklahoma State Wrestling Dominates Air Force and Arizona State in Big 12 Road Swing

In a commanding display of young talent and seasoned veterans, the No. 4 Oklahoma State Cowboys wrestling program extended its hot start to the 2025-26 season with convincing victories over Air Force and Arizona State during a pivotal Big 12 road trip.

Oklahoma State Cowboys News / Oklahoma State Cowboys on SI / November 23

OSU Men's Basketball Is Continuing To Show Signs Of Greatness

The 2025-26 Cowboy basketball team has now found itself in elite Cowboy basketball company. The Cowboys defeated Nicholls on Saturday, 95-81, to claim their sixth win of the season.

Oklahoma State Cowboys News / Oklahoma State Cowboys on SI / November 23

Burning Answers: Lessons Learned in Oklahoma State's Tough Loss at UCF

Oklahoma State fell again on Saturday, but it still gave some encouraging answers in Orlando. On Saturday, OSU lost 17-14 to UCF to drop to 1-10. While the Cowboys blew a 14-0 lead and lost in the final moments, it was still a performance for them to be proud of.

Oklahoma State Cowboys News / Oklahoma State Cowboys on SI / November 23

Oklahoma State's 2025 Season Finally Nearing End

Oklahoma State has had one of the worst seasons in program history, but it’s finally nearing the end. On Saturday, OSU lost its 10th straight contest, falling 17-14 to UCF in a game it should’ve won.

Oklahoma State Cowboys News / Oklahoma State Cowboys on SI / November 22

Oklahoma State's Struggles to Put Together a Full Game Continue

Oklahoma State was close again on Saturday, but couldn’t come away with a win. After falling to Kansas State a week ago, the Cowboys came into their matchup against UCF with real confidence that they could compete against Big 12 competition and potentially come away with a win.

Oklahoma State Cowboys News / Oklahoma State Cowboys on SI / November 22

3 Takeaways from Oklahoma State's Crushing Loss to UCF

The Cowboys lost in heartbreaking fashion on the road. Oklahoma State lost 17-14 at UCF on Saturday in Orlando in its final road game of the season. After putting only six points on the board last week, the Cowboys quickly outdid themselves, scoring a touchdown midway through the first quarter.

Oklahoma State Cowboys News / FloTrack / November 22

Watch: Oklahoma State Head Coach Dave Smith Reflects on 2025 NCAA DI Cross Country Team Title

College Football News / CFB-HQ on SI / November 19

Emerging $5 million head coach rumored to Oklahoma State

Oklahoma State’s coaching search has stretched into its sixth week with no clear frontrunner emerging. The Cowboys are navigating one of the most deliberate hiring processes in recent memory, balancing timing with the growing competition for offensive-minded candidates nationwide.

Oklahoma State Cowboys News / Heartland College Sports / November 18

Tuesday Takes: Utah’s Playoff Case and Oklahoma State’s Surprise

Welcome to Tuesday Takes, where I give you five takes from the Big 12. It was a jam-packed week full of action, but here were several things that caught my attention from this past weekend.

Oklahoma State Cowboys News / Softball On SI / November 17

Oklahoma State Softball Pitcher Enters Transfer Portal

Just shortly after Oklahoma State head coach Kenny Gajewski admitted his team needed a major reset after not making a trip to Oklahoma City for the first time since 2018, a pitcher is entering the transfer portal. Saylor Davis announced on X that she will enter the portal on Dec.