(AP) - In 2011, an upset loss to Iowa State cost Oklahoma State a shot at a BCS National Championship.
Following a 49-29 win over TCU, the fifth-ranked Cowboys have suddenly inserted themselves into consideration for the College Football Playoff. Next up: A chance to redeem that 2011 squad in a matchup Saturday against the Cyclones.
Before closing out the regular season against Big 12 heavyweights Baylor - fourth in the CFP rankings - Nov. 21 and No. 12 Oklahoma on Nov. 28, Oklahoma State (9-0, 6-0, No. 14 CFP) must first face Iowa State (3-6, 2-4) on the road.