Oklahoma State Cowboys: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Drew Mestemaker's draft stock is soaring, while Arch Manning's is sinking

If 2026 college football quarterbacks are stocks, Texas Longhorns QB Arch Manning's has tumbled, while Oklahoma State Cowboys signal-caller Drew Mestemaker's has soared.

Nick Saban on Arch Manning's struggles: 'The bench is a pretty good motivator'

Can you name the top 15 passers in Texas Longhorns history?

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NFL scouts favor Oklahoma State's Mestemaker as QB1 in '27 draft

In a midseason poll of 25 NFL scouts, Oklahoma State's Drew Mestemaker was the overwhelming choice to be the first quarterback selected in the 2027 NFL draft.

Oklahoma State Cowboys News / Oklahoma State Cowboys on SI / October 31

Oklahoma State Cowgirls Basketball Projected Rotation: Who Starts, Who Backs Up, What's Unsettled

For the Oklahoma State Cowgirls, it’s just about time to begin what might be the program’s most anticipated season in history. Oklahoma State will host Southern on Monday at 5 p.m.

Oklahoma State Cowboys News / Oklahoma State Cowboys on SI / October 30

Oklahoma State Cowboys Basketball Projected Rotation: Who Starts, Who Backs Up, What's Unsettled

For the Oklahoma State Cowboys basketball team, the season opener is just around the corner. On Monday, the Cowboys will host the Incarnate Word Cardinals in their season opener and the first of 14 non-conference games.

James Williams News / Oklahoma State Cowboys on SI / October 30

Oklahoma State Flips Iowa State Commit DJ Williams Ahead of Saturday Showdown

The Oklahoma State Cowboys flipped a defensive recruit for the third time this week, only this time they did it against Saturday’s opponent. DJ Williams, a three-star edge rusher who at one time was committed to the Iowa State Cyclones, announced his commitment to the Cowboys on Friday with a social media post.

NFL News / Yardbarker Quizzes

Can you name the top 15 receivers in Dallas Cowboys history?

The Dallas Cowboys have produced myriad star receivers in their six-plus decades of existence. How many of the top 15 can you name in five minutes?

The 'Receiving-record by NFL team' quiz

The 'NFL most receiving-1st downs' quiz

The '5+ 1K-receiving-yard NFL seasons' quiz

Oklahoma State Cowboys News / Oklahoma State Cowboys on SI / October 28

Oklahoma State Cowgirls Basketball’s Biggest Preseason Concern Is Defense. Here's the Best Available Fix

The Oklahoma State Cowgirls should have one of the most potent offensive attacks in the country. What else would you expect after landing Audi Crooks and Liv McGill?

Oklahoma State to Wear All-Orange Uniform Combo for Iowa State Showdown

The Iowa State Cyclones decided to go with all-black uniforms. The Oklahoma State Cowboys will go with all-orange uniforms. It’s quite possibly it’s the best uniform matchup of Week 9, one that leans into Halloween, which is also on Saturday.

Oklahoma State Cowboys News / Oklahoma State Cowboys on SI / October 28

Oklahoma State Cowboys Basketball’s Biggest Preseason Concern Is Defense. Here's the Best Available Fix

Speak to Oklahoma State men's basketball coach Steve Lutz long enough and you'll learn that his biggest concern going into this season is defense. In fact, it was his first answer to the first question during his time with the media at Big 12 media days last week in Kansas City and the question wasn't even really about defense.

Oklahoma State Cowboys News / Oklahoma State Cowboys on SI / October 28

Three Things That Changed on Oklahoma State’s Week 9 Depth Chart — And What Didn’t

The Oklahoma State Cowboys are preparing for a Halloween showdown with the Iowa State Cyclones on Saturday. The depth chart looks just a little different.

Oklahoma State Cowboys News / Oklahoma State Cowboys on SI / October 28

Who Should Close Games for Oklahoma State Cowgirls Basketball? The Toughest Decision Facing Jacie Hoyt

Finding that player that will take those big shots at the end of close ballgames isn't the easiest thing for a coach to do. Fortunately for Oklahoma State Cowgirls basketball coach Jacie Hoyt, she has an embarrassment of options.

Oklahoma State Cowboys News / Oklahoma State Cowboys on SI / October 27

Who Should Close Games for Oklahoma State Cowboys Basketball? The Toughest Decision Facing Steve Lutz

Basketball coaches look for a variety of traits in players. But there's perhaps no trait in the game harder to define or to identify than a clutch player.

Oklahoma State Cowboys News / Oklahoma State Cowboys on SI / October 27

Why Staying in Big 12 Race Was So Tough for Oklahoma State Soccer in 2026

With just two matches remaining, it's unlikely the Oklahoma State Cowgirls soccer team will make the Big 12 Tournament. But they gave themselves a chance with their 2-1 win over West Virginia this weekend.

Caleb Hawkins News / Oklahoma State Cowboys on SI / October 27

Why Caleb Hawkins’ High Colorado Grade No Surprise to Oklahoma State Coach Eric Morris

Everyone who watched Oklahoma State running back Caleb Hawkins on Saturday didn’t need a gradebook to know he played a great game. The sophomore from Owasso, Okla., rushed for 120 yards and caught five passes for 72 yards in the 57-24 victory over the Buffs.

Oklahoma State Cowboys News / Oklahoma State Cowboys on SI / October 27

How Liv McGill Changes Oklahoma State Offense (And Who Benefits Most)

There has been so much talk about how center Audi Crooks changes the direction of Oklahoma State’s program. But she’s not the only one. The Cowgirls landed the top two players in the transfer portal in the offseason.

Jordan Burks News / Oklahoma State Cowboys on SI / October 27

How Transfer Jordan Burks Changes Oklahoma State’s Offense (And Who Benefits Most)

Oklahoma State head coach Steve Lutz has made it clear that his most important job this season is to improve the team’s defense. It’s not that he’s ignoring the offense.

Oklahoma State Cowboys News / Oklahoma State Cowboys on SI / October 26

Oklahoma State’s Rise Comes at Perfect Time to Impress Recruits for 2027, Beyond

The Oklahoma State Cowboys are a Big 12 Championship game contenders again. It's going to help them on the recruiting trail. It may already be doing the trick.

Oklahoma State Cowboys News / Oklahoma State Cowboys on SI / October 26

Why Oklahoma State Staging Flip of Receiver Committed to Big 12 Rival Matters

The Oklahoma State Cowboys hosted scores of recruits for their 57-24 victory over the Colorado Buffaloes on Saturday. The stadium was filled with players that have already committed to the Cowboys, including nine members of their 13-player recruiting class.

Oklahoma State Cowboys News / Oklahoma State Cowboys on SI / October 26

Oklahoma State Snap Count Analysis: Cowboys Face Big Decision on Offensive Line

STILLWATER, Okla. — After Saturday’s win over Colorado, Oklahoma State quarterback Drew Mestemaker was asked if he cared about offensive line tandems. He said it made no difference to him.

Braydon Nelson News / Oklahoma State Cowboys on SI / October 26

Oklahoma State Stock Report: Braydon Nelson Among Risers After Colorado Win

The Oklahoma State Cowboys have five games left in the season but there’s a bit more time to reflect on their win over Colorado. The 57-24 victory ensured that the Cowboys (5-2, 3-1 in Big 12) will win more games this season than they did in the 2024 and 2025 season combined.

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

What Oklahoma State Basketball Preseason Revealed Critical Decision for Steve Lutz

Steve Lutz’s goal is to get Oklahoma State back to the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2021. He articulated that during Big 12 media days last week.

Oklahoma State Cowboys News / Yardbarker / October 22

How much is a tournament bid worth? Oklahoma State hoops is about to find out

As college basketball's NIL era continues to reshape roster building, the cost of competing at the highest level has reached unprecedented heights. Ahead

The five most impactful men's college basketball transfers

Florida tops the AP Poll as high-profile matchups highlight early schedule

Four college basketball coaches on the hot seat entering the season

The 'NCAA men's basketball champs' quiz