Doug Meacham reflected on Mike Gundy’s impact on his career, calling him a “legendary coach” who had hired him twice and shaped his life. The timing of the dismissal was difficult, Meacham told reporters Wednesday, but his appreciation for what Gundy built at Oklahoma State came through.

The focus has been on keeping things light and fun while still holding players accountable. Practices have been shortened slightly to preserve energy and ensure the team can finish strong in the fourth quarter. The goal is to “battle and fight and just have fun as a unit” despite the difficult circumstances.

The return of running back Rodney Fields provides a major boost to the offense. His ability to create plays eases the load on quarterback Zane Flores and helps open things up for the wide receive

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