When Oklahoma and Texas left the Big 12, Gundy thought Oklahoma State was positioned to potentially be the league's new kingpin. Candidates | Transfers | RecruitsFive candidates for the jobUTSA coach Jeff Traylor: Two years ago, Traylor would be a slam-dunk hire for Oklahoma State, and still might be. Oklahoma State will have more experienced options, but Arbuckle might end up being too good to pass up. If Beale were to sign with Oklahoma State later this year, he'd arrive as the program's highest-rated pledge since 2022. Presley's commitment and family ties to the program will be tested this fall with mass upheaval at Oklahoma State up ahead.