After the Cowboys were run off of their home turf by Texas Tech three weeks ago, there was still a semblance of optimism for Oklahoma State’s 2018 prospects. Sometimes you lose a game you shouldn’t. Gundy-coached teams have historically been tripped up on conference openers. (He’s started 0-1 in the Big 12 seven times during his tenure, and each of the last three years.)
But now, after a second home loss in as many tries and facing an uphill battle to relevance in November, it’s time to hit the panic button re-calibrate your goals if you’re Oklahoma State.