Three freshmen defensive backs have established themselves as critical parts of Oklahoma State's defense. Thus, safeties Jarrick Bernard and Kolby Peel and cornerback Tanner McCalister seem unlikely to redshirt, even with college football's new rule that allows players to do while participating in four games.
Bernard and Peel are the only freshmen to play in each of OSU's three games, while McCalister would likely have done the same if not for an injury that kept him out of the season opener.
Here’s a look at where things stand for OSU’s redshirt-eligible players after the Cowboys’ victory over Boise State on Saturday, per OSU's official participation report.