Tue Sep 23 16:50:00 UTC 2025: **News Article:**

**Mike Gundy Out as Oklahoma State Head Coach After 20 Seasons**

**Stillwater, OK -** In a stunning turn of events, Oklahoma State University and head football coach Mike Gundy have mutually agreed to part ways, bringing an end to his two-decade tenure at the helm of the Cowboys program. The decision, confirmed by News On 6’s John Holcomb, marks the end of an era for OSU, as they now begin the search for their first new head coach in 20 years.

The move comes after a sharp decline in the program’s performance, culminating in a winless conference record in 2024 and a continued downward spiral in the early stages of the 2025 season. A particularly embarrassing 69-3 loss to Oregon, coupled with a shocking home defeat against Tulsa—their first since 1951—reportedly sealed Gundy’s fate.

“I’ve put my heart and soul into this,” Gundy stated during his final press conference, seemingly foreshadowing the impending decision.

Gundy, an OSU alumnus who played quarterback for the Cowboys in the late 1980s, was hired in 2005. He built a remarkable record of success, amassing 170 wins, 18 consecutive winning seasons, and multiple Fiesta Bowl victories. He leaves as the program’s all-time winningest coach. OSU will owe Gundy $15 million per his contract.

However, Gundy’s tenure was not without controversy. Incidents such as wearing a One America News Network shirt in 2020, his downplaying of star running back Ollie Gordon’s DUI arrest, and his criticism of fans added fuel to criticism of his conduct.

Despite the controversies, Gundy’s legacy at Oklahoma State is secure. He coached dozens of NFL draft picks and guided the Cowboys to a Big 12 title and a near miss for the national championship game in 2011. He also secured a victory in the final scheduled Bedlam game against rival Oklahoma.

OSU now faces the daunting task of finding a successor who can live up to Gundy’s legacy. Potential candidates include Oklahoma offensive coordinator Ben Arbuckle and former Cowboys quarterback Zac Robinson. The new coach will inherit a program with high expectations and the challenge of restoring the Cowboys to national prominence.

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