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Three Oklahoma State Cowboys Named to 2025 Shrine Bowl Watch List

Oklahoma State’s Gabe Panikowski, Bryan McCoy, and Christian Fitzpatrick have earned well-deserved spots on the 2025 East-West Shrine Bowl 1000 watch list, a prestigious catalog of college football’s top NFL Draft prospects.

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Oklahoma State Linebacker Named to Butkus Award Watch List

Oklahoma State is getting some preseason recognition. On Wednesday, the Butkus Award watch list for 2025 was announced, and OSU linebacker Bryan McCoy made the cut.

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

Oklahoma State Could Have Advantage With Weaker Schedule

Oklahoma State needs to have a bounce-back season, and its schedule is working in its favor. After winning only three games in 2024, the Cowboys are among the most interesting teams in the Big 12 going into next season.

Oklahoma State Cowboys News / Oklahoma State Cowboys on SI / July 29

Oklahoma State's 2025 Expectations Shouldn't be Based on 2024

The Cowboys will have a chance to blaze their own trail next season. With the 2025 season only a few weeks away, there is no shortage of speculation about what the team might look like next season.

Oklahoma State Cowboys News / Heartland College Sports / July 29

Oklahoma State’s Defense Ranked Dead Last in 2024, What Now?

The Oklahoma State Cowboys‘ defense was the worst in the Big 12 and one of the worst in all of college football in 2024. Here was how the Oklahoma State defense ranked last season in FBS: Points allowed per game: 35.6 (No.

Oklahoma State Cowboys News / Heartland College Sports / July 29

Oklahoma State Offense Enters 2025 with Just One Returning Starter

The Oklahoma State Cowboys offense has experienced a massive amount of turnover from last year’s team, which didn’t win a Big 12 game. Here was how the Oklahoma State offense ranked last season in FBS: Points per game: 27.2 (No.

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

How Much Will QB Battle Actually Matter for Oklahoma State in 2025?

Oklahoma State’s biggest storyline heading into training camp is the quarterback battle, but it might not matter much. Throughout the past several months, OSU has seen some significant changes to the roster, and one of the most significant changes has been its quarterback position.

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

Stillwater's Ignacio Villasenor Commits to Oklahoma State

Stillwater High School standout Ignacio Villasenor committed to Oklahoma State University’s wrestling program, recently joining a potential dynasty under head coach David Taylor.

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

Former Oklahoma State Star Tabbed as Breakout Candidate in 2025-26

Oklahoma State has had plenty of changes over the past couple of years, including losing some high-profile players to the transfer portal. Cowboy basketball appears to be on the right track after Steve Lutz led the Cowboys within a game of .500 in his first season at the helm.

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

One Month to Kickoff: What to Expect from Oklahoma State in 2025

Oklahoma State is set for another interesting football season, and the range of potential outcomes is staggering. OSU will kick off its 2025 football season on Aug.

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

Oklahoma State Sends Offer to Rising 2026 Prospect

Steve Lutz and his staff have continued to remain busy as they gear up to receive their first commitment to their 2026 class. Following some of the nation's top AAU tournaments this month, Lutz and his staff have begun to send out offers to prospects, with Maryland native Jalyn Collingwood receiving an offer from OSU.

College Football News / Oklahoma State Cowboys on SI / July 27

Is There More Pressure on Cowboy Football or Basketball Next Season?

Oklahoma State is in an interesting spot ahead of the upcoming season, and it could use a turnaround in a couple of key sports. Over the past few seasons, things have been rocky on the field and on the hardwood.

Mike Gundy News / Oklahoma State Cowboys on SI / July 27

Oklahoma State Must Embrace Lower Expectations Moving Forward

Oklahoma State has been in the mix for Big 12 titles throughout Mike Gundy’s tenure, but 2025 could be the start of lower expectations in Stillwater. Over the past two decades, the Cowboys have had their most successful stretch in program history.

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

Three Burning Questions as the Cowboys Head into Training Camp

The Oklahoma State Cowboys hit the field for their first time this weekend, carrying the weight of a brutal 3-9 record from 2024, which included a rough 0-9 Big 12 mark.

College Football News / Oklahoma State Cowboys on SI / July 26

Ranking Every Oklahoma State Game in 2024 - No. 9: Arizona State

Oklahoma State had a horrendous 2024 season, and no game encapsulated the year better than the Cowboys’ Homecoming matchup. OSU won only three games in the 2024 campaign and failed to win a single conference game.

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

Why Playing Bedlam Basketball at a Neutral Site is Bad for the Rivalry

Bedlam basketball is set for action again next season, but the programs might be making a mistake. On Thursday, Oklahoma State announced that its Dec. 13 matchup against Oklahoma will now be a Bedlam doubleheader.

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

Weeknight Matchups Could Give Oklahoma State Built-In Boost

Oklahoma State has some interesting decisions to make with its schedule moving forward. College football is only about a month away. With Week 0 set to kick off in only four weeks, it’s easy to begin looking ahead to another incredible season for one of the nation’s favorite sports.

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

Oklahoma State Will Continue to Face Adversity in Tough Big 12

Oklahoma State is hoping to make a statement next season, but it won’t be easy in a loaded Big 12. Over the next few months, Mike Gundy will be trying to lead his alma mater back into the Big 12 title picture.

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

Nonconference Bye Week Could Have Mixed Results for Oklahoma State

Oklahoma State has an interesting schedule quirk, and it could impact the Cowboys in various ways. Over the past few months, OSU has made some significant changes.

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

Oklahoma State Basketball Sends Offer to IMG Academy Talent

Steve Lutz and his staff have been active this month recruiting for their 2026 class. As it currently stands, the Cowboys have yet to receive a commitment, but things may be changing sooner rather than later, as the Cowboys have begun to send out more offers following some of the top AAU tournaments finishing up this month.

Mike Gundy News / Oklahoma State Cowboys on SI / July 24

Where Does OSU's Mike Gundy Rank Among Big 12 Coaches?

Oklahoma State is set for another season with Mike Gundy at the helm, and he has something to prove in 2025. After finishing last season with his worst record as a head coach, Gundy saw nearly everything around him change this offseason.

Oklahoma State Cowboys News / Oklahoma State Cowboys on SI / July 24

Oklahoma State Wrestling Announces Dual Opponents for 2025-26

Oklahoma State wrestling is gearing up for another exciting season. Last season, the Cowboys had one of the most exciting seasons in recent memory as David Taylor led the squad in his first season as head coach.

Oklahoma State Cowboys News / Heartland College Sports / July 19

OSU Goes Viral for All the Wrong Reasons on TikTok

Oklahoma State football has found its way onto the viral radar this week — but not for anything happening on the field. A recent TikTok clip featuring several players has sparked a wave of secondhand embarrassment across social media, and it’s not the first time the Cowboys have dipped into this territory.

College Football News / Yardbarker / July 9