Mike Gundy has been fired as head coach of Oklahoma State University’s football program, ending a storied 21‑season run in Stillwater marked by highs, hard knocks, and a legacy many believe will endure.
The Cowboys entered 2025 with high hopes but instead stumbled to a 1‑2 start. Losses included a lopsided defeat to Oregon and a shocking upset at home by Tulsa. That loss was especially painful, as it was OSU’s first home loss to Tulsa since 1951, and fans were reportedly chanting for Gundy’s dismissal during the game.
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The decision comes after a broader downturn as Gundy coached the team through one of its worst seasons ever in 2024, and many in the program believed the trajectory wasn’t improving.
Despite the way things ended, Gundy departs as the winningest head coach in Oklahoma State history. His résumé includes a record of 170‑90 as head coach, eight seasons with 10-plus wins, multiple bowl appearances, and a Big 12 title in 2011.
During his tenure, he provided an era of consistency, high-profile offenses, and a national profile for OSU football.
Offensive coordinator Doug Meacham has been named interim head coach. Long term, the school acknowledged the need to modernize and find a coach who can compete in today’s college football landscape — one where NIL, recruiting, and momentum shift rapidly. Potential candidates already being discussed include G. J. Kinne and Dana Holgorsen, among others.
This move marks the end of an era in Stillwater, one centered on Gundy’s personality, competitive spirit, and long ties to the university. As OSU looks forward, the question will be how it rebuilds both culture and performance to match those high standards.
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