Cowboys shut out Racers
The Oklahoman • • sports
Key Points:
- Oklahoma State dominated Murray State with a 59-0 victory in their final game before starting Big 12 play next week against West Virginia. Quarterback Drew Mestemaker threw five touchdown passes, showcasing a near-perfect performance.
- The Cowboys' defense was exceptional, forcing seven consecutive three-and-outs and allowing just one first down in the last nine Murray State possessions. Defensive end Malik Charles also contributed with an interception.
- True freshman running back KD Jones made an impressive debut, scoring a touchdown on his first career carry. Wide receiver Justin Bowick had a standout game with multiple touchdowns and nearly 200 receiving yards by halftime.
- Backup quarterback Broderick Vehrs also made an impact, throwing his first career touchdown pass and leading scoring drives in relief of Mestemaker.
- Oklahoma State is positioned strongly heading into conference play, having demonstrated dominance on both offense and defense against a struggling Murray State team.
