The Oklahoma State quarterback was on the run most of the afternoon against a Tulsa defense that got into the backfield too often — and forced him into mistakes.

Oklahoma State lineman Jacob Sexton injured his leg vs Tulsa. Here is what Eric Morris said about injury and OSU's options at tackle.

But it was Mestemaker’s counterpart behind center, Baylor Hayes, who was largely in command. Hayes was also part of the Golden Hurricane’s 19-12 win last season at Oklahoma State, as it turned out, the final game for then-Cowboy coach Mike Gundy.

For these three Oklahoma State position groups, the Tulsa games represents the first chance for them to prove to Eric Morris and his staff that they’re ready.