WVU Football
The Definitive Ranking of West Virginia Football’s 2019 Opponents
No. 6: Oklahoma State Cowboys (11/23)
Last year was an abnormal season for the Pokes, finishing 6-6 in the regular season, which was good for their fewest wins in a regular season since they went 4-7 in Mike Gundy’s first year. That was 2004!
The Cowboys are poised for a comeback season, but as always, it will rely on the stability at quarterback. Hawaii transfer Dru Brown, as well as the talented redshirt freshman Spencer Sanders, are both expected to compete for the starting gig, and whoever ends up winning that job will be stocked with weapons. Returning are receivers Tylan Wallace and Dillon Stoner, along with star running back Chubba Hubbard.
On the defensive side, the Cowboys should see a jump in production with the return of linebackers Amen Ogbongbemiga and Calvin Bundage. Veteran corner A.J. Green will be the head of a pretty talented secondary.
In a series that has been mainly dominated by Oklahoma State, expect a hard fought battle even with uncertainty at the quarterback position.
Series History: Oklahoma State leads 6-4
Current Win Streak: Oklahoma State (4)