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Oklahoma State Opens Post-Gundy Era With 45–27 Loss to Baylor

Interim coach Doug Meacham unveiled an energized offense, reflecting leadership calls for greater NIL-era investment.

Sep 19, 2025; Stillwater, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma State Cowboys coach Mike Gundy on the sidelines during the first half against the Tulsa Golden Hurricane at Boone Pickens Stadium. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images
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Oklahoma State fired longtime head coach Mike Gundy after 21 seasons.
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Overview

  • In the first game after Mike Gundy’s dismissal, Oklahoma State fell to Baylor 45-27 to drop to 1-3 under interim coach Doug Meacham.
  • Meacham leaned on trick plays and wildcat looks as Sam Jackson V threw a touchdown and the Cowboys rolled up 349 first-half yards before stalling after halftime.
  • Defensive problems persisted as Baylor surpassed 600 total yards, with repeated coverage flags and missed tackles contributing to four Bears passing touchdowns.
  • Athletic director Chad Weiberg framed the coaching change around “investment” in a changing landscape, underscoring the program’s need to compete in the NIL era.
  • Nick Saban said on College GameDay that difficulty embracing paying players contributed to Gundy’s fate, while the firing also triggers a 30-day transfer window that heightens roster uncertainty.