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Oklahoma State Should Be One of Big 12's Most Interesting Teams in 2026

Oklahoma State Should Be One of Big 12's Most Interesting Teams in 2026

Oklahoma State has been one of the most interesting teams in the country this offseason, and that could easily translate to the field next fall. Over the past several weeks, the Cowboys have begun their journey to making 2026 and beyond look far different than 2024 and 2025.

Oklahoma State Cowboys News / Oklahoma State Cowboys on SI / January 12
Forrest's First-Period Fall Fuels OSU's Record 21st Straight Bedlam Win

Forrest's First-Period Fall Fuels OSU's Record 21st Straight Bedlam Win

Oklahoma State freshman Jax Forrest made a thunderous entrance into collegiate wrestling, pinning his opponent in just 47 seconds during his debut at the storied Bedlam dual against Oklahoma on Sunday at a sold-out Gallagher-Iba Arena in Stillwater.

Oklahoma State Cowboys News / Oklahoma State Cowboys on SI / January 11
Protecting Home Court Will be Cowboys' Key to NCAA Tournament Bid

Protecting Home Court Will be Cowboys' Key to NCAA Tournament Bid

Oklahoma State has suffered some tough losses on the road early in Big 12 play, but taking care of business at home should solve the Pokes’ problems. On Saturday, OSU lost to No.

Oklahoma State Cowboys News / Heartland College Sports / January 11
Oklahoma State Football is Now Ranked No. 1 in the Transfer Portal Rankings

Oklahoma State Football is Now Ranked No. 1 in the Transfer Portal Rankings

Oklahoma State just took over the top spot in the transfer portal rankings, and it’s not hard to see why. The Cowboys have passed Penn State for the No.

Oklahoma State Cowboys News / Oklahoma State Cowboys on SI / January 11
Oklahoma State Needs to Build on Early Big 12 Performance

Oklahoma State Needs to Build on Early Big 12 Performance

Oklahoma State suffered another loss in Big 12 play, but it was far from a concerning sign for the Cowboys. On Saturday, OSU went into Hilton Coliseum in Ames and looked to knock off the No.

Oklahoma State Cowboys News / Oklahoma State Cowboys on SI / January 10
Oklahoma State QB Transfer Heading to Big 12 Rival

Oklahoma State QB Transfer Heading to Big 12 Rival

Oklahoma State’s starting quarterback from last season is heading to a conference rival. On Friday, Pete Nakos of On3 reported that OSU transfer Zane Flores is committed to Iowa State.

Oklahoma State Cowboys News / Oklahoma State Cowboys on SI / January 9
Oklahoma State Could Make Statement Against No. 3 Iowa State

Oklahoma State Could Make Statement Against No. 3 Iowa State

Oklahoma State is hoping to compete with the best in the Big 12, and it will have another chance to prove itself this weekend. On Tuesday night, the Cowboys responded to their tough loss at Texas Tech with against UCF.

Oklahoma State Cowboys News / Oklahoma State Cowboys on SI / January 9
Cowboy Basketball Looks To Take Down Another Ranked Opponent

Cowboy Basketball Looks To Take Down Another Ranked Opponent

OSU men’s basketball might’ve overcome one obstacle, but an even bigger challenge is now present.  The Cowboys are riding the high of their first ranked win this season with an 87-76 win over No.25 UCF.

Oklahoma State Cowboys News / Oklahoma State Cowboys on SI / January 8
How the Five-Date Rule Could Unleash OSU Wrestler Jax Forrest

How the Five-Date Rule Could Unleash OSU Wrestler Jax Forrest

In a bold move Oklahoma State has welcomed 2026 commit Jax Forrest to campus early, allowing the blue-chip prospect to join the Cowboys mid-season. The U23 World Champion and high school phenom from Bishop McCort Catholic in Pennsylvania officially enrolled on Tuesday, just days before the team's grueling Big 12 slate intensifies.

Oklahoma State Cowboys News / Oklahoma State Cowboys on SI / January 7
Cowboy Basketball Makes Statement in Win Over No. 25 UCF

Cowboy Basketball Makes Statement in Win Over No. 25 UCF

Oklahoma State is showing it can compete in the toughest conference in the country.  On Tuesday night, OSU beat No. 25  UCF 87-76 for its first Big 12 win of the season.

Oklahoma State Cowboys News / Oklahoma State Cowboys on SI / January 7
Oklahoma State Needs Reasonable Expectations for First Year of Eric Morris Era

Oklahoma State Needs Reasonable Expectations for First Year of Eric Morris Era

Oklahoma State is ready for a big shift in momentum, but there should still be patience. Over the past couple of years, OSU football has been in the gutter.

Bedlam Wrestling Showdown: Cowboys vs. Sooners Set to Ignite GIA

Bedlam Wrestling Showdown: Cowboys vs. Sooners Set to Ignite GIA

The storied Bedlam rivalry reignites on January 11, 2026, as the No. 5 Oklahoma State Cowboys host the Oklahoma Sooners in Stillwater's Gallagher-Iba Arena for their 190th meeting.

Oklahoma State Cowboys News / Oklahoma State Cowboys on SI / January 6
3 Takeaways from Oklahoma State's Impressive Big 12 Win Over No. 25 UCF

3 Takeaways from Oklahoma State's Impressive Big 12 Win Over No. 25 UCF

Oklahoma State responded to its tough loss in the Big 12 opener and earned a ranked win. On Tuesday night, OSU beat No. 25 UCF 87-76 in Gallagher-Iba Arena in Stillwater to secure its first Big 12 win of the season.

Oklahoma State Cowboys News / Oklahoma State Cowboys on SI / January 6
Oklahoma State is Reloading Rapidly Through the Portal Pipeline

Oklahoma State is Reloading Rapidly Through the Portal Pipeline

After a dismal 1-11 finish in 2025 that ended Mike Gundy's era, new head coach Eric Morris has wasted no time rebuilding the Oklahoma State roster. In the opening days of the January transfer portal window, the Cowboys have secured over a dozen commitments, with a heavy emphasis on familiar faces from Morris' successful North Texas program.

Oklahoma State Cowboys News / Oklahoma State Cowboys on SI / January 6
Cowboy Commit Hunter Trusler is a Dual Threat Ready to Make the Leap

Cowboy Commit Hunter Trusler is a Dual Threat Ready to Make the Leap

Oklahoma State's 2026 recruiting class got a versatile boost this week with the commitment of Hunter Trusler, a left-handed quarterback from the Texas Panhandle's small-town ranks.

Drew Mestemaker News / Yardbarker / January 4
Drew Mestemaker's transfer to Oklahoma State highlights major flaws in college football

Drew Mestemaker's transfer to Oklahoma State highlights major flaws in college football

We saw one of the first big dominoes in the 2026 transfer portal fall on Saturday afternoon when former North Texas quarterback Drew Mestemaker committed to Oklahoma State.

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Oklahoma State Has Found Its Next Quarterback on a Two-Year Contract

Oklahoma State Has Found Its Next Quarterback on a Two-Year Contract

The Oklahoma State Cowboys have found their next quarterback as former North Texas signal caller Drew Mestemaker has agreed to a two-year contract to join the Pokes, according to Pokes Report.

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