Cowboy Chronicles

The Oklahoman's Scott Wright and Berry Tramel break down all facets of Oklahoma State's 37-34 win over Miami on Tuesday night in the Cheez-It Bowl See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Oklahoman's Scott Wright and Berry Tramel break down what happened in the Cowboys' frustrating 29-22 loss at TCU on Saturday, from the punchless offense, the defense giving up big plays and the kicking game going haywire. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Oklahoman's Scott Wright and Jenni Carlson dissect all the crazy things that happened in Oklahoma State's 50-44 win over Texas Tech on Saturday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Oklahoman's Scott Wright and Jacob Unruh assess all the breakdowns, missed opportunities and injuries that piled up on the Cowboys in a 41-13 Bedlam loss on Saturday in Norman. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott Wright and Jenni Carlson exam in Oklahoma State's close call in Manhattan.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Oklahoman's Scott Wright and Berry Tramel examine what went wrong in the Cowboys' 41-34 overtime loss to Texas. The turnover woes of Spencer Sanders were too much for a stout OSU defense to overcome as the Cowboys suffered their first loss of the season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Oklahoman's Scott Wright and Jenni Carlson examine the Cowboys' defensive performance, Spencer Sanders' play in his return from an ankle injury, and what the win means to the Cowboys in the race for the Big 12 title game. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Oklahoman's Scott Wright and Jenni Carlson break down all the things that went right for Oklahoma State in a 47-7 rout of Kansas on Saturday. The OSU defense was stellar again, Chuba Hubbard looked like his usual self, and the passing game was on point from true freshman Shane Illingworth. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Oklahoman's Scott Wright and Berry Tramel break down Oklahoma State's 16-7 win over Tulsa. They look at third-string freshman Shane Illingworth's performance after entering in the third quarter to save the game, the offensive line's struggles, and the defense's strong play throughout the victory. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

The Oklahoman's Scott Wright and Jacob Unruh discuss the talking points from Mike Gundy's Zoom call with the media on Monday, including Chuba Hubbard's use and the backup quarterback situation. They also talk about some true freshmen like Bixby receiver Brennan Presley who might get a chance to play this season. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

The Oklahoman's Scott Wright and Jacob Unruh break down OSU coach Mike Gundy's first appearance with local media in over four months, plus some discussion about the defensive depth, Calvin Bundage's return and the ESPN+ docuseries on the Cowboys, which continues with the second episode on Thursday.

The Oklahoman's Scott Wright and Jacob Unruh offer their thoughts on the future of football in the fall and the "We Want To Play" movement, plus some actual on-the-field football talk, breaking down the early analysis of the offense and defense.

The Oklahoman's Scott Wright and Jacob Unruh offer insights into the current state of the OSU football program, Mike Gundy's voluntary contract adjustments and the basketball team's ongoing appeal of NCAA sanctions.

The Oklahoman's Scott Wright and Jacob Unruh take a look at what the Cowboys will be trying to accomplish in spring practice at quarterback and running back -- which mostly means finding backups to returning starters. Plus, they discuss the men's basketball team's postseason outlook, along with some talk about wrestling, baseball and softball.

The Oklahoman's Scott Wright and Jacob Unruh take a look at Oklahoma State's returning linebackers, as well as the Calvin Bundage situation in this week's spring practice position preview. Plus, they go around the horn with basketball, wrestling, baseball and softball.

With Tylan Wallace still working his way back from injury, OSU will be thin at receiver in the spring. The Oklahoman's Scott Wright and Jacob Unruh examine who has a lot to gain during spring practice, and how things might look different under new offensive coordinator Kasey Dunn. Plus some hoops talk ahead of a big Bedlam showdown, and some baseball after an up-and-down start to the season.

The Oklahoman's Scott Wright and Jacob Unruh begin an examination of each position with the start of spring practice one month away. This week, they talk about the secondary, plus some hoops, softball and baseball conversation.

Wednesday was big at OSU, with the football team putting the finishing touches on a solid recruiting class and the men's basketball team earning its first Big 12 victory of the season. The Oklahoman's Scott Wright and Jacob Unruh break down the details of both in this week's episode.

The NCAA transfer portal has become like Amazon for college football players. OSU has had a few shipments go out, and a couple come in. Now, the Cowboy coaches are likely browsing to see where they could find some help. The Oklahoman's Scott Wright and Jacob Unruh discuss that, plus the concerning state of OSU hoops, as well as some spring sports.

After a Tuesday pep rally in the middle of January, excitement about OSU football couldn't be any higher. The Oklahoman's Scott Wright and Jacob Unruh talk about the pep rally and their conversations with players afterward, while also looking ahead to signing day and taking a glimpse at basketball.

The Oklahoman's Scott Wright and Jacob Unruh take a look at the looming decisions that will soon be made at Oklahoma State, and they examine what is known about the Cowboys on both sides of the ball. Plus, a little hoops talk.

From the NRG Stadium sidelines, The Oklahoman's Scott Wright and Jenni Carlson offer their thoughts on Oklahoma State's 24-21 loss to Texas A&M in the Texas Bowl, and peek ahead at what next year could look like for the Cowboys aside from pending NFL decisions of Chuba Hubbard and Tylan Wallace.

The Oklahoman's Scott Wright and Jenni Carlso are in Houston for the Texas Bowl, previewing the game, plus analyzing the NFL decisions that linger for Chuba Hubbard and Tylan Wallace.

The Oklahoman's Scott Wright and Jacob Unruh dive into Oklahoma State's 18-player signing class from Wednesday, looking at the potential early impact players, the Oklahoma emphasis and the depth the class adds. Plus, they answer questions from a full mailbag.

Oklahoma State running back Chuba Hubbard is at least staying around long enough to play in the Texas Bowl later this month. The Oklahoman's Scott Wright and Jacob Unruh discuss what that means for OSU and for Hubbard's future. Plus, some quarterback talk and a quick look ahead to signing day.

The Doak Walker Award was given out to someone other than Chuba Hubbard Thursday night. The Oklahoman's Scott Wright and Jacob Unruh discuss how Hubbard is being viewed on the national landscape, plus the AP All-Big 12 team and a wide range of topics in the weekly mailbag.

Several young players and reserves will get extra work in bowl preparations. The Oklahoman's Scott Wright and Jacob Unruh offer up three players each who need to use that extra practice time wisely to take full advantage of the opportunities ahead of them, whether it's for the bowl game or beyond.

Will Chuba Hubbard get invited to the Heisman Trophy Ceremony in New York? Will he win the Doak Walker Award? Will he be back at OSU next season? The Oklahoman's Scott Wright and Jacob Unruh discuss those questions, plus answer several questions from the listener mailbag.

OSU has lost a couple of players to the NCAA transfer portal this week. Will they lose a couple to the NFL Draft? And where might the Cowboys go bowling? The Oklahoman's Scott Wright and Jacob Unruh dive into all those topics and more.

Oklahoma State couldn't make the plays it needed to make in a 34-16 Bedlam loss Saturday night. The Oklahoman's Scott Wright, Jacob Unruh and Jenni Carlson discuss the performances of Chuba Hubbard and Dru Brown, and how they were linked together, plus a look at the defense, and possible bowl talk.

The Oklahoman's Scott Wright and Jacob Unruh offer their thoughts on the big point spread for Bedlam, share some of the stories OSU players told about football and Thanksgiving, and dive deep into an overflowing mailbag.

Taking a look at Bedlam from the other side, The Oklahoman's Ryan Aber and Abby Bitterman join the podcast to provide some Sooner insight. What makes Jalen Hurts so dangerous? How has the defense improved? We discuss all that and more in this episode of the Cowboy Chronicles.

Oklahoma State pulled off a tough and crucial victory Saturday, 20-13 at West Virginia. Dru Brown's gritty performance, combined with 194 yards from scrimmage from Chuba Hubbard and a strong defensive performance, powered the Pokes to their 10th eight-win season in the last 12 seasons. And the Cowboys have their most momentum of the year heading into Bedlam next Saturday.

Spencer Sanders is out for the rest of the regular season after he severely injured this thumb during the game. Plus a look at the Cowboys defense, and Scott and Jacob answer some of your questions about the Pokes. 

Oklahoma State running back Chuba Hubbard is gaining some noticeable momentum in national Heisman Trophy talks. Mike Gundy has a decision to make weighing work vs. family, and Tuesday night's reveal of the playoff rankings give us a better idea of Oklahoma State's potential bowl destination.

Oklahoma State's easy win over Kansas was keyed by another strong performance from Chuba Hubbard and the defense. Plus, backup quarterback Dru Brown entered in place of injured Spencer Sanders and threw a highly celebrated touchdown pass to Dillon Stoner. The Oklahoman's Scott Wright, Jacob Unruh and Jenni Carlson break down all of it, as well as Hubbard's Heisman candidacy in the Cowboy Chronicles postgame. 

Podcast host and OSU student Ryan Novozinsky joins the show to talk Cowboy football and the unique guest list for his “In the Novo” podcast. And we answer questions from the mailbag, including one that addresses OSU’s scenarios to make the Big 12 title game.

The Oklahoman's Scott Wright and Jacob Unruh take on a variety of Cowboy football topics, from Les Miles' return to Boone Pickens Stadium, Kansas' weak run defense, redshirting freshmen who could get in some games late this season and the Pokes' newly unveiled "Cowboy Batallion" uniforms.

Will Chuba Hubbard get enough Heisman love to make it to New York? Which true freshmen could get late-season playing time? We discuss all that and answer questions from the listener mailbag.

The Oklahoman's Scott Wright and Jacob Unruh interview former OSU running back Greg Gold and his current project designing helmet logos. Also a discussion on Cade Cunningham's commitment and OSU's top 25 ranking.

Oklahoma State's 34-27 win over TCU was full of storylines, and we discuss them all in the Cowboy Chronicles postgame edition. The Oklahoman's Scott Wright, Jacob Unruh, Berry Tramel and Jenni Carlson break down the most interesting angles from the Cowboys' important victory.

With Friday morning's news that OSU receiver Tylan Wallace has a torn ACL, The Oklahoman's Scott Wright and Jacob Unruh discuss the fallout of the injury, who will be impacted and how things will change. Plus, there are plenty of other questions addressed in the mailbag segment.

The Oklahoman's Scott Wright and Jacob Unruh discuss the Cowboys' growing confidence on defense, the race for the title of OSU's fastest player between Chuba Hubbard and Braydon Johnson, and some Cowboys' thoughts on the NCAA vote to eventually allow college athletes to be compensated for their name, image and likeness.

An Oklahoma State upset of Iowa State could have been the most surprising result of the weekend in the Big 12, but it turned out to be perhaps the least surprising. The Oklahoman's Scott Wright, Jacob Unrh and Berry Tramel examine what went right for the Pokes and what the win does for the Cowboys going forward.

The Oklahoman's Scott Wright and Jacob Unruh discuss Spencer Sanders' turnover problems heading into Iowa State. They also answer a plethora of questions from the mailbag.

The Oklahoman's Scott Wright, Jacob Unruh and Berry Tramel offer their thoughts on Oklahoma State coach Mike Gundy's Monday press conference that either agitated or excited Cowboy fans. And they break down some of the hot topics on OSU's 2020 schedule, especially the non-November Bedlam game.

Oklahoma State looked to be in a shootout, but ended up on the wrong side of a runaway in a 45-27 loss to Baylor. The Oklahoman's Scott Wright, Jacob Unruh and Jenni Carlson break down the breakdowns, from offensive turnovers to big plays allowed by the defense, while also taking a look at some interesting statistics from the game.

The Oklahoman's Scott Wright and Jacob Unruh discuss a wide array of topics, from Stillwater High to Homecoming and Hoops. And they even talk about the actual football game coming up between OSU and Baylor. Plus, they answer a good variety of questions from the mailbag.

Oklahoma State running back Chuba Hubbard has changed the way many Canadians in and around Edmonton, Alberta, view American college football. Hubbard, who is from the Edmonton suburb of Sherwood Park, is a star, and CTV-Edmonton sports anchor Adam Cook joins The Oklahoman's Scott Wright and Jacob Unruh to discuss Hubbard's popularity on the Canadian side of the border.

As Oklahoma State enjoys an open week at the midway point of the season, The Oklahoman's Scott Wright and Jacob Unruh hand out grades to each position group on offense, defense and special teams. And the weekly mailbag is full of interesting questions.

In the middle of the open week, The Oklahoman's Scott Wright and Jacob Unruh discuss how Oklahoma State is using its time to get rest, particularly for some starters. And what's to make of the news that running back Jahmyl Jeter has entered the transfer portal? 

The Oklahoman's Scott Wright is joined by columnist Berry Tramel to talk about all the things that went wrong in Oklahoma State's 45-35 loss at Texas Tech. Turnovers, missed tackles, ill-timed penalties and more. It was a day that nothing seemed to go the Cowboys' way.

Former OSU defensive back Deion Imade joins The Oklahoman’s Scott Wright and Jenni Carlson to discuss the Cowboy defense and his memories of playing at Texas Tech. Plus, we answer questions from the mailbag.

Can a running back win the Heisman Trophy in the quarterback world we live in now? Chuba Hubbard is getting some of that attention after his hot start, but what will it take to keep him in the conversation? The Oklahoman's Scott Wright and Jacob Unruh discuss that, plus a new OSU receiver commit and some thoughts on the Texas Tech game ahead.

Oklahoma State seemed to dominate Kansas State Saturday night, even if the 26-13 final score didn't necessarily reflect it. Chuba Hubbard rushed for 296 yards. The defense was in full control. But the red-zone issues flared up again. The Oklahoman's Scott Wright and Jenni Carlson discuss it all.

Kansas State beat writer Kellis Robinett of the Wichita Eagle and Kansas City Star joins us to offer some insight on the Wildcats. And the Friday Mailbag segment is full of interesting questions.

The Oklahoman's Scott Wright and Jacob Unruh discuss their one lasting impression from Oklahoma state's loss at Texas, then turn the attention to OSU's first Big 12 home game of the year against Kansas State. Will Chuba Hubbard continue to carry the ball 30-plus times? And in what ways can the Cowboys help alleviate his workload?

The Oklahoman's Scott Wright, Jacob Unruh and Berry Tramel break down what went right, what went wrong and what it means for the future after OSU's 36-30 loss at Texas.

The Oklahoman's Scott Wright and Jacob Unruh take a crack at guessing who might step into the spotlight unexpectedly when Oklahoma State takes on Texas on Saturday. And they answer a boatload of questions from the mailbag.

Oklahoma State approaches its Big 12 Conference opener with a winning streak on the line. The Cowboys have won four straight over Texas, and five in a row in Austin, dating back to 2010. For a program that couldn't beat the Longhorns for years, what has made them so good in unfriendly territory?

Oklahoma State seemed to lose all its mojo in an ugly second quarter Saturday at Tulsa, but came out energized after halftime to silence the Golden Hurricane. The Oklahoman's Scott Wright and Jacob Unruh dissect the ups and downs of the Cowboys' day.

The Oklahoman’s Scott Wright and Jacob Unruh are joined by Dekota Gregory of the Tulsa World to break down the Tulsa side of the OSU-TU matchup, plus we answer questions from the mailbag.

The Oklahoman's Scott Wright and Jacob Unruh examine the matchups when Oklahoma State's impressive offense takes on Tulsa's tough defense. On the other side of the ball, Tulsa's offense has been slower to get going, while the OSU defense has been up and down.

The Oklahoman's Scott Wright, Jenni Carlson and Jacob Unruh break down OSU's slow start and fast recovery, its superstar receiver and Spencer Sanders' aversion to sliding

Oklahoma State faces McNeese State, an FCS opponent that offers little challenge. What can be gained? And we answer questions from the mailbag. 

The Oklahoman's Scott Wright and Jacob Unruh break down the performance of the offensive line, the changes the defense has gone through with Malcolm Rodriguez switching positions, and introduce you to BB.

The Oklahoman's Scott Wright and Berry Tramel break down what went right for Spencer Sanders in his Oklahoma State debut, plus the ups and downs of the defense in the season-opening win at Oregon State.

Which quarterback will throw the most passes this season? Who will be the leading tackler? We address those and other similar topics and answer questions from the listener mailbag. 

Former Oklahoma State quarterback Clint Chelf talk about the view from inside a quarterback competition, the challenges of changing offensive coordinators and his thoughts on a former Poke taking over at his high school alma mater.   

LD Brown entertained the media with a variety of stories during his interview Tuesday night, and shed some light on the Cowboys' kickoff return plans, saying he and Chuba Hubbard could be used at the same time. Plus, we open the mailbag to answer listener questions.

Scott Wright and Jenni Carlson take a deep dive into the Cowboy's defense beginning with the Oklahoma State secondary. 

Scott Wright and sports editor Ryan Sharp take a look at the second half of the OSU Cowboy football schedule, and answer some questions from the mail bag.

Oklahoma State's quarterback battle seems to have no end coming soon. What are the pros and cons of a competition that carries on through August? And the Cowboys extended their series with Arkansas into the 2030s.

What does the first half of Oklahoma State’s schedule hold? Where are the speed bumps and how does the quarterback timeline factor in? Plus, we answer listener questions from the mailbag. 

Oklahoma State's dueling quarterbacks, Dru Brown and Spencer Sanders, spoke to the media for the first time since arriving in Stillwater over a year ago. What did their appearance in front of the microphones tell us, and what challenges do Mike Gundy and Sean Gleeson face in deciding between the two?

Could South Alabama grad transfer Jordan McCray step into a starting role in OSU's receiving lineup? Plus, Jim Knowles' comfort level in his second year, and mailbag questions from listeners.

New OSU offensive line coach Charlie Dickey was brought in to improve toughness and discipline on the offensive line. How will he and the coaching staff mesh?

How will new OSU offensive coordinator Sean Gleason blend with the established system in Stillwater? And who will his quarterback be?

Mike Gundy is coming into his 15th season as the head coach at Oklahoma State. The Cowboys coach caught some people off guard with how much ownership he has taken with last year's struggles. 

The Oklahoman’s Scott Wright and Jenni Carlson discuss Oklahoma State’s appearance at Big 12 Media Day, the pending quarterback battle, and what they learned about new offensive line coach Charlie Dickey. 

The Oklahoman's Scott Wright is joined by columnists Berry Tramel and Jenni Carlson for the post-scrimmage edition of the podcast to discuss what OSU's spring practice/scrimmage taught us, who impressed, and whether being the star of the spring scrimmage -- as receiver C.J. Moore was -- is a blessing or a curse.

The Oklahoman’s Scott Wright is joined by columnist Berry Tramel to discuss how much you can actually learn from a spring scrimmage, and what the fans can take from Saturday’s event. 

The Oklahoman’s Scott Wright and Jenni Carlson take an early look at what might be learned from Oklahoma State’s spring finale on Saturday, as well as discussing the impact of new offensive coordinator Sean Gleeson and the benefits graduate transfer Kyle Junior could bring in the fall.

Liberty Bowl postgame, Yurcich's future and OSU in '19