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Where Will Mike Gundy Go in Looking for His Program's New Coordinators - Defense Version

There are some interesting possibilities on defense with solid connections to Oklahoma State.
By Robert Allen
December 4, 2024
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STILLWATER – The best way to describe the search right now as Oklahoma State head football coach Mike Gundy searches for new coordinators on both sides of the football is a blank canvas. Gundy’s hires have ranged from major Division I coordinators to coaches in the FCS and Division II ranks. Most of them have had a degree of success.

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Where Will Mike Gundy Go in Looking for His Program's New Coordinators - Defense Version

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CanadianCowboy
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4:51p, 12/4/24
Sooo.......Joe Bob Clements is not even on the radar...? Not saying I am for or agin, but I certainly thought that Joe Bob was in the wings for the next opportunity. If he's not even in consideration for the position this time, will he be staying at O-State? These kinds of staff changes are intriguing at the very least
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5:12p, 12/4/24
RA - What about Gasparatc at Tulane? Great stats on his defensive units.

Seems he checks certain boxes that might be attractive to HCMG.

Any insight on him?

Thanks RA!

Go Cowboys!
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Joe Khatib
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In reply to CanadianCowboy • 5:17p, 12/4/24
Life isn't always fair and it appears the only defensive coach that will be retained is Tim Duffie! The new coordinator will bring in his own staff save for Duffie!
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5:24p, 12/4/24
Wait so what's the scoop on Day and Knowles? Is Day just a micromanaging jerk or something?
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5:33p, 12/4/24
If Knowles comes back maybe some guys will come with him. The chances are slim but not zero
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5:33p, 12/4/24
As a 60+ I am offended by your agism. After my nap I will give my official rebuttal.
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In reply to Joe Khatib • 5:35p, 12/4/24
Joe Khatib said:
Life isn't always fair and it appears the only defensive coach that will be retained is Tim Duffie! The new coordinator will bring in his own staff save for Duffie!
That may have been a motivator for Gundy selecting little known coordinators in the past.
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5:42p, 12/4/24
With what he has brought in I would think the d- line coach would be a candidate to return.
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In reply to petrifiedagg • 5:44p, 12/4/24
I agree. He just got here
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In reply to CanadianCowboy • 6:14p, 12/4/24
CanadianCowboy said:
Sooo.......Joe Bob Clements is not even on the radar...? Not saying I am for or agin, but I certainly thought that Joe Bob was in the wings for the next opportunity. If he's not even in consideration for the position this time, will he be staying at O-State? These kinds of staff changes are intriguing at the very least
I'm going to sit here and pretend I know what's going on in Mike Gundy's head, but I would think that with him being passed over twice, I don't think Mike would hire him. Plus, after 0-9, and not that good a combined record the past three seasons, I think a fresh start is definitely warranted.
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Robert Allen
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8:10p, 12/4/24
I think the Tulane connection might play stronger on offense with Joe Craddock.the Green Wave offensive coordinator.
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In reply to OctaviusRex • 9:09p, 12/4/24
OctaviusRex said:
Wait so what's the scoop on Day and Knowles? Is Day just a micromanaging jerk or something?


Well, he hired Yurcich to be OC and play caller. But when Yurcich got there, he learned he would be QB coach and passing game coordinator with no play calling duties. Day is scum.
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9:15p, 12/4/24
Give me Yurcich and Knowles and I'm good.
True wisdom is knowing what you don't know.
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9:38p, 12/4/24
Any shot we go after the NIU DC? They were top 10 in total defense I believe.
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In reply to GumbyFromPokeyLand • 9:39p, 12/4/24
Do you worry you'll just be renting them for a year until they go back to blue blood? I'd rather have someone who will be here.
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In reply to GumbyFromPokeyLand • 10:14p, 12/4/24
^^^^^^^Gumby speaks truth!
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12:49a, 12/5/24
How about Jimmy Rogers, the SDSU coach? He's a great defensive mind and his teams play rock solid.
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8:17a, 12/5/24
Knowles would quiet the wolves at the door and restore faith in the program and, in particular, in Gundy. He is the only hire that would instill 100% confidence...long shot as it is.
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In reply to GumbyFromPokeyLand • 8:26a, 12/5/24
Ahh wow, yeah sounds like a real fun guy to work for!
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5:10p, 12/5/24
Seems like tomorrow might be another big day with other big announcements? No idea what, but I'm just ready to be through this and see the clear path forward for the program's future.
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In reply to GumbyFromPokeyLand • 6:52p, 12/5/24
Yurcich was awful at Penn St and there was not a lack of talent there.
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In reply to Hawkn86 • 7:25p, 12/5/24
B**l S**t, the problem with Penn State from 2021 to 2023 is James Franklin couldn't beat Ohio State or Michigan! He finally got to the Big 10 championship game this year because he avoided Michigan on this year's schedule (look it up) and Ryan Day and Ohio State puked it up by losing to a DOWN Michigan program! He still can't be at Ohio State and lost 20-13 to them! They averaged 35.6 and 36.2 PPG in 2022and 2023! They averaged 35.9 points PPG this year under former KU O coordinator Kotlenicki!
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In reply to Hawkn86 • 9:08p, 12/5/24
Hawkn86 said:
Yurcich was awful at Penn St and there was not a lack of talent there.

It's funny how Penn states offensive always is garbage and looks the same no matter the offensive coordinator
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In reply to Duke Silver • 11:53p, 12/5/24
Looked better this year if you were watching. Allar was much improved.
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In reply to Joe Khatib • 11:57p, 12/5/24
Wow! I guess I touched a nerve. I'm not a James Franklin fan in any way. I actually think he is a horrible in game coach. HOWEVER, Yurcich was the OC and QB coach last year and Drew Allar was a much better QB this year than last. Not even close if you watch their games.
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12:08a, 12/6/24
Sometimes head coaches get in the way of their OC.
True wisdom is knowing what you don't know.
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In reply to GumbyFromPokeyLand • 12:16a, 12/6/24
True!
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In reply to Hawkn86 • 1:04a, 12/6/24
Hawkn86 said:
Wow! I guess I touched a nerve. I'm not a James Franklin fan in any way. I actually think he is a horrible in game coach. HOWEVER, Yurcich was the OC and QB coach last year and Drew Allar was a much better QB this year than last. Not even close if you watch their games.
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In reply to Hawkn86 • 1:09a, 12/6/24
Nope you came on shooting your mouth off with out any receipts and I gave you some! This team was shut down by Knowles and Ohio State and barely hung on to beat USC and Minnesota and DIDNT GAVE TO FACE MICHIGAN BECAUSE OF THE BIG schedule setup! The coordinator isn't the problem the Head Coach is the problem and they will.probably get smoked by Oregon this weekend!!!!
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In reply to Joe Khatib • 9:03a, 12/6/24
Joe Khatib said:
Nope you came on shooting your mouth off with out any receipts and I gave you some! This team was shut down by Knowles and Ohio State and barely hung on to beat USC and Minnesota and DIDNT GAVE TO FACE MICHIGAN BECAUSE OF THE BIG schedule setup! The coordinator isn't the problem the Head Coach is the problem and they will.probably get smoked by Oregon this weekend!!!!
Take a breath, Joe. Everything will be OK lol
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In reply to Zach Lancaster • 9:06a, 12/6/24
Maybe it's good that he ignored me, or I would've given him a heart attack by now.
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In reply to OctaviusRex • 9:13a, 12/6/24
OctaviusRex said:
Maybe it's good that he ignored me, or I would've given him a heart attack by now.
you're giving everybody a freaking heart attack.

and they are not welcomed by most
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In reply to RodeoPoke • 9:23a, 12/6/24
Most = you and Joe
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In reply to OctaviusRex • 9:30a, 12/6/24
OctaviusRex said:
Most = you and Joe
oh I see, so you have a list of people there who enjoy heart attacks? SMH
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In reply to Zach Lancaster • 12:04p, 12/6/24
I will tell you YOUNG Zach something my Grandfather told me! The most dangerous human beings in the world are stupid people with money and power! They can **** things up to the point that it takes FOREVER YO FIX!
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