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Gundy Shares Optimism for Oklahoma State After Firing
The former head coach reflects on his decades with the program while the No. 18 Cowboys improve to 4-1
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Gundy's Time With the Program
Mike Gundy addressed his departure from Oklahoma State more than a year after the school ended his tenure. He spent 35 years with the Cowboys, including four seasons as a quarterback, 10 as an assistant and 20 as head coach. During his time leading the team he recorded just two losing seasons, his first and his last, with 18 consecutive winning campaigns in between. Gundy described the experience as filled with the fondest memories of his life and noted the great people and organization at the school.
Positive Outlook on Current Team
Gundy expressed excitement about the direction of the program under new coach Eric Morris, who was hired from North Texas after the Cowboys finished the prior season with 11 straight losses to FBS opponents. He said he remains thankful for his time at Oklahoma State and is sporting orange while following the team's progress this season.
Cowboys Pull Away From UCF
On the same day, the No. 18 Cowboys defeated UCF 42-28 to reach 4-1 overall. Drew Mestemaker threw for 304 yards and two touchdowns while adding a rushing score and a two-point conversion. Oklahoma State outscored the Knights 21-7 after halftime. Sam Keltner kicked two field goals to give the Cowboys a 27-21 lead early in the fourth quarter. Keyone Jenkins threw for 265 yards and four touchdowns for UCF, but a backwards pass was knocked down by Christian Bodnar and returned for a touchdown by Jackson. Mestemaker completed 12 of 16 passes for 165 yards and a score in the first half, while Jenkins finished 15 of 18 for 118 yards and three scores before halftime.
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