Oklahoma State University head football coach Mike Gundy has reportedly agreed to a modified deal following a difficult 0–9 campaign in the Big 12 Conference for the 2024 season. Despite the struggles of his team, which faced its worst conference performance in recent memory, Gundy remains at the helm of the Cowboys football program.
The 2024 season proved challenging for Oklahoma State, as the team struggled to find consistency and secure wins in the highly competitive Big 12. With such a disappointing conference record, questions arose about Gundy’s future with the team. However, in a surprising turn, both Gundy and Oklahoma State reached an agreement on a revised contract to keep him on as head coach.
The modified deal comes as a response to the disappointing results this season, signaling that the university and Gundy are committed to turning things around. It suggests that Gundy, despite the poor season, still has the backing of key stakeholders, including athletic directors and university officials. The decision reflects Gundy’s long history with Oklahoma State, having been the head coach since 2005, and his ability to weather the ups and downs that come with the highly volatile world of college football coaching.
The contract adjustments reportedly involve restructuring the terms of Gundy’s pay and performance expectations. While specific details remain under wraps, sources indicate that Gundy’s new deal takes into account both the team’s underperformance and his previous successes with the program. Over the years, Gundy has established himself as one of the most successful coaches in Oklahoma State’s history, with multiple Big 12 championship game appearances and consistent bowl game berths, even if his team’s recent performances have been disappointing.
Despite the struggles in 2024, Gundy’s previous body of work and loyalty to the program seem to have played a role in securing his future in Stillwater. The Oklahoma State football program is hoping the revised deal will serve as a turning point, motivating both the coach and his team to return to competitiveness and success in future seasons.
In the coming months, Gundy and the team will likely focus on making adjustments and rebuilding the roster to ensure a better performance in the next season of Big 12 play.
