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How in-state signees at OU, OSU could impact the local football scene for years to come

Mike Gundy doesn't get it.

He has witnessed the gut punch hitting education funding in our state. He has seen reductions in everything from teachers and coaches to programs and supplies.

Yet with so much going down, he has watched football talent go up.

“With the budget cuts … ,” the Oklahoma State football coach said, “I'm not sure how that is happening.”

Photo -  John Marshall's Justin Broiles, left, decided to stay close to home and sign with Oklahoma. Broiles is projected to be a defensive back for the Sooners. [PHOTO BY NATE BILLINGS, THE OKLAHOMAN]
John Marshall's Justin Broiles, left, decided to stay close to home and sign with Oklahoma. Broiles is projected to be a defensive back for the Sooners. [PHOTO BY NATE BILLINGS, THE OKLAHOMAN]

It might not make sense, but the evidence was clear Wednesday.