Oklahoma State Cowboys is 0-0 on the season, 0-0 against the spread, and holds a power rating of -5.1. Oklahoma State Cowboys enters the season with a power rating of -5.1, placing them below average relative to the FBS midpoint. The Oklahoma State Cowboys head to Tulsa next in Week 1. In 2025, Oklahoma State Cowboys went 1-11 overall, 5-6 against the spread, and 5-7 on totals.
In Week 0 of 2026 the Oklahoma State Cowboys Power Rating of -5.1 is 5.3 points below the FBS average according to Blue Chip Analytics. Oklahoma State Cowboys have logged 0 miles of travel so far, out of a season total of 6,009 miles, ranking 90th heaviest in the FBS.
| Week | Opponent | Distance | Cumulative |
|---|---|---|---|
| Week 0 | — | Bye | |
| Week 1 | Tulsa | 63 mi | 126 mi |
| Week 2 | Oregon | Home | 126 mi |
| Week 3 | Murray State | Home | 126 mi |
| Week 4 | West Virginia | 965 mi | 2,055 mi |
| Week 5 | — | Bye | |
| Week 6 | UCF | Home | 2,055 mi |
| Week 7 | Houston | 452 mi | 2,960 mi |
| Week 8 | Colorado | Home | 2,960 mi |
| Week 9 | Iowa State | 446 mi | 3,852 mi |
| Week 10 | Kansas State | 214 mi | 4,279 mi |
| Week 11 | Texas Tech | Home | 4,279 mi |
| Week 12 | Arizona State | 865 mi | 6,009 mi |
| Week 13 | Kansas | Home | 6,009 mi |
| Week 14 | — | Bye | |
| Week 15 | — | Bye | |
| Week 16 | — | Bye | |
First-year head coach Eric Morris has imported the high-octane North Texas offense, bringing quarterback Drew Mestemaker (who led the nation with 4,379 passing yards last season), record-setting running back Caleb Hawkins (29 touchdowns, 1,434 rushing yards), and top receiver Wyatt Young (1,264 receiving yards). The Cowboys are built to throw early and often, with a deep receiving corps that includes transfers Justin Bowick and Chris Barnes. The offensive line, fortified by transfers Jacob Sexton, Tyler Mercer, and Joseph Hanson, must protect Mestemaker and develop chemistry quickly for the system to reach its full potential.
Defensive coordinator Skyler Cassity, at 32 one of the nation's youngest coordinators, aims to replicate his success at North Texas where he cut points allowed by nearly 10 per game. He uses multiple fronts and prefers five defensive backs. The strength lies in edge rushers Jaleel Johnson and James Williams, plus a veteran linebacker corps of Ethan Wesloski, Tate Romney, and Isaiah Chisom. The secondary blends experience (cornerback Mo Horn, safety Quinton Hammonds) with youth (cornerback LaDainian Fields, true freshman safety Braeden Presley). Consistency and tackling will be tested early against Big 12 offenses.
Morris brought in an entirely new specialist group. Placekicker Sam Keltner (SMU transfer) went 14-of-20 on field goals last season and needs to improve consistency. Australian punter Lachie Pozzobon averaged 41.8 yards per punt at FCS Stephen F. Austin with strong hangtime. Chris Barnes adds a dynamic return threat after producing highlight-reel plays at Wake Forest. Field position and kicking reliability could swing close games in a conference where margins are thin.
Oklahoma State went winless in Big 12 play the past two seasons, so even modest progress would be a step forward. The offense, led by an elite quarterback in Mestemaker, gives the Cowboys a chance in every game. The defense is unproven but has talent on the edges and at linebacker. The schedule includes a season-opening road trip to Tulsa, and the team's cumulative travel of 4,835 miles will test depth. If the offensive line gels and the defense holds up, the Cowboys could surprise in Morris's debut season.
Oklahoma State Cowboys is 0-0 against the spread in the 2026 season.
Oklahoma State Cowboys holds a Blue Chip Analytics power rating of -5.1, representing their expected point margin against an average FBS team on a neutral field.
Oklahoma State Cowboys's home field advantage rating is 3.1 points, the venue adjustment Blue Chip Analytics applies for games at their home stadium.
Oklahoma State Cowboys travels 6,009 miles in the 2026 season, ranking 90th heaviest in the FBS.
Cumulative travel distance counts both the outbound and return journey for every away game. For example, if a team travels 374 miles to play an away game, Blue Chip Analytics counts 748 miles (374 miles there, 374 miles back) toward the cumulative total. Home games and bye weeks add zero miles. The per-week Distance column shows the one-way distance only, as the return trip happens after the game is played.
Oklahoma State Cowboys: 0-0 overall, 0-0 ATS, power rating -5.1.
