This week on The CGA Tour, host Calvin Glen Alexander sits down with former Oklahoma State quarterback Shane Illingworth for an honest, wide-ranging conversation about his journey through college football.

Shane reflects on his time in Stillwater, competing in the OSU quarterback room, learning from Mike Gundy, and navigating the challenges of the transfer portal. He also shares his favorite Cowboy memories, his thoughts on the modern college game, and what he’s been doing since leaving Oklahoma State.

If you’re an Oklahoma State Football fan or love hearing real stories from former college QBs, this is a must-listen interview.

👇 Timecodes:
0:00 – Intro & Shane Illingworth joins the show
2:30 – Life after Oklahoma State & transition from college football
7:15 – The OSU QB room and learning from Spencer Sanders
12:05 – What led to transferring & thoughts on the transfer portal era
17:30 – Comparing Big 12 football to other conferences
22:40 – Favorite moments in Stillwater & OSU fanbase memories
28:15 – Advice for today’s college QBs
33:00 – Final thoughts & where to follow Shane Illingworth
34:30 – Outro & subscribe to The CGA Tour

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Host Calvin Glen Alexander is joined by fellow Oklahoma State athletics employee Trey Florence to discuss the latest on the Oklahoma State football head coaching search and who could replace Mike Gundy in Stillwater.

They break down top potential candidates like Alex Golesh (USF), Colin Klein (Kansas State OC), Zac Robinson (Los Angeles Rams QB Coach), Eric Morris (North Texas HC), Jim Knowles (Ohio State DC), Brian Kelly (LSU HC), Billy Napier (Florida HC), and James Franklin (Penn State HC) — and which ones make the most sense for Oklahoma State’s next era.

They also cover how NIL, the transfer portal, and fan expectations will shape the Cowboys’ decision and the program’s future in the Big 12.

⏱️ Timestamps:
0:00 — Intro & catching up with Trey Florence
2:05 — Why Oklahoma State is beginning a coaching search
6:10 — What OSU must prioritize in its next head coach
10:20 — Alex Golesh: offensive upside and culture rebuild potential
13:40 — Colin Klein: Big 12 familiarity and QB development
16:25 — Zac Robinson: NFL pedigree and Cowboy connection
19:15 — Eric Morris: Texas recruiting and tempo offense
22:45 — Jim Knowles: defensive mastermind returns to Stillwater?
26:10 — National names: Brian Kelly, Billy Napier, and James Franklin
30:50 — NIL, transfer portal, and modern roster building
34:20 — Fanbase expectations and what success looks like
37:30 — Trey’s insider insight from OSU Athletics
38:45 — Final thoughts and next CGA Tour preview

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Both teams don’t even know who’s playing QB — or for how long 😬
We break down:
🏈 QB uncertainty
📉 The 38.5-point spread
🔥 What’s holding Tech back from winning the Big 12

Host Calvin Glen Alexander is joined by OSU student Josh Morallo to break down a turbulent Oklahoma State football season. With the Cowboys sitting at just one win, what went wrong in Stillwater?They discuss Mike Gundy’s midseason firing, Sam Jackson’s move from WR to QB, and whether Oklahoma State can rebound with a win over Cincinnati during Homecoming Week. Plus — who should be the next head coach to lead the Cowboys into a new era?👇 Timestamps:0:00 – Intro & Welcome Josh Morallo2:10 – How has OSU only won one game?7:05 – What’s gone wrong on offense this year?11:42 – Defense breakdown: are injuries or effort the problem?15:58 – Sam Jackson at QB — can the WR-turned-QB spark the team?20:44 – Will OSU cover the spread this week vs Cincinnati?25:10 – Mike Gundy’s midseason firing & silence afterward29:33 – Potential Head Coach candidates for Oklahoma State34:15 – Final predictions: Can OSU win Homecoming?36:10 – Closing thoughts🔗 Follow The CGA Tour:🎧 Listen & Subscribe: https://linktr.ee/thecgatour🐦 Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/thecgatour📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/thecgatour🎥 TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@thecgatourHost Calvin Glen Alexander sits down with OSU student Josh Morallo to talk about the future of Oklahoma State Football after Mike Gundy’s midseason firing. With the Cowboys sitting at just one win, who should be the next Oklahoma State head coach to rebuild the program?They break down:How OSU ended up with only one win so farCan WR-turned-QB Sam Jackson help the Cowboys cover the spread?How damaging is it that Gundy hasn’t spoken publicly since being fired?Can OSU win Homecoming vs Cincinnati?Top head coach candidates for Oklahoma State’s future

🔥 Tomorrow’s Big 12 clash is here! Calvin Glen Alexander of The CGA Tour sits down with Brett Berry from Wildcat Radio 2.0 to break down Oklahoma State vs Arizona in Tucson. Who has the edge? Which matchups will decide the game? Get the inside scoop before kickoff!

In this 49-minute episode:

• Key offensive & defensive matchups for both teams

• Top players to watch on the field

• X-factors that could swing the game

• Bold predictions & final score projections

Whether you’re an OSU fan, an Arizona fan, or just a Big 12 football follower, this episode has the insights you need!

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Timecodes:
0:00 – Intro & Host Introductions (Calvin Glen Alexander & Brett Berry)
2:10 – Cowboys vs Wildcats matchup preview
6:30 – Oklahoma State offensive analysis
12:15 – Oklahoma State defensive breakdown
18:00 – Arizona offensive analysis
23:50 – Arizona defensive breakdown
29:40 – Key players to watch
35:20 – X-factors & game-changers
41:00 – Bold predictions & final score
48:00 – Outro & sign-off

On this episode of The CGA Tour, Calvin Glen Alexander is joined by @JohnKurtzShow to break down Mike Gundy’s legacy in college football and the Big 12, debate Oklahoma State’s coaching future, and analyze the Cowboys’ outlook for the rest of the season.We dive into whether now is the right time to fire Mike Gundy, who could be the best fit as OSU’s next head coach, and which coaching paths — from former Pokes like Zac Robinson to rising stars like GJ Kinne or Alex Golesh — make the most sense.Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more Big 12 and Oklahoma State football content!Link to John’s Newsletter: https://open-for-business.beehiiv.com...‪@JohnKurtzShow‬ ⏱️ Timecodes:0:00 – Intro & Guest: John Kurtz2:10 – Mike Gundy’s legacy in College Football & the Big 129:05 – Oklahoma State’s season outlook after Gundy14:40 – Why fire Mike Gundy now?19:25 – Who should be Oklahoma State’s next head coach?25:30 – Best type of coach for the Pokes (Former player, NFL OC, rising CFB coach)31:15 – Final thoughts & OSU moving forward|||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||In this 33-minute deep dive, The CGA Tour’s Calvin Glen Alexander sits down with @JohnKurtzShow to tackle the biggest questions facing Oklahoma State football. We look at:What Mike Gundy’s legacy really is in college football and the Big 12OSU’s outlook for the rest of the seasonArguments for why now might be the time to move on from the head coachWho the next head coach should be — from former players like Zac Robinson to NFL OCs or rising CFB names (GJ Kinne, Alex Golesh, or a smaller-school OC)We break it all down with opinions, projections, and what makes sense for OSU’s future.⏱️ Timecodes:0:00 – Intro & welcome, guest John Kurtz2:15 – Gundy’s legacy in college football & the Big 129:00 – OSU’s outlook for the rest of the season14:30 – Why fire the head coach now?19:20 – Who should be the next head coach for the Pokes25:20 – Which type of coach (former player, NFL OC, small-school OC) fits best31:15 – Final thoughts & wrap🔗 Follow & SupportThe CGA TourX / Twitter: @TheCGATour Spotify for Creators+2Apple Podcasts+2Instagram: @thecgatour Spotify for Creators+1TikTok: @thecgatour Spotify for CreatorsPodcast / Linktree: The CGA Tour Linktree Apple Podcasts+1John Kurtz / JohnKurtzShowLinktree (aggregates his platforms): John Kurtz Linktree LinktreeInstagram: @johnkurtzshow InstagramYouTube: John Kurtz Show Channel YouTubeX / Twitter: @jlkurtz X (formerly Twitter)............................................................................................................................................................On this episode of The CGA Tour, Calvin Glen Alexander is joined by @JohnKurtzShow to break down:🏈 Mike Gundy’s legacy in college football & the Big 12🔮 Oklahoma State’s outlook for the rest of the season❓ Why fire the head coach now?👀 Who should be the next OSU head coach (Zac Robinson, GJ Kinne, Alex Golesh, or rising CFB OCs)?A full 33 minutes of OSU and Big 12 football talk you won’t want to miss!⏱️ Timecodes0:00 – Intro & welcome, guest John Kurtz2:15 – Gundy’s legacy in college football & the Big 129:00 – OSU’s outlook for the rest of the season14:30 – Why fire the head coach now?19:20 – Who should be the next head coach for the Pokes25:20 – Which type of coach (former player, NFL OC, small-school OC) fits best31:15 – Final thoughts & wrap🔗 Follow & SupportThe CGA Tour🎧 Podcast: Apple Podcasts | Spotify🐦 Twitter/X: @TheCGATour📸 Instagram: @thecgatour🎬 TikTok: @thecgatour🌐 Linktree: linktr.ee/TheCGATourJohn Kurtz🎥 YouTube: @JohnKurtzShow🐦 Twitter/X: @jlkurtz📸 Instagram: @johnkurtzshow🌐 Linktree: linktr.ee/JohnKurtzShow👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more Oklahoma State & Big 12 football coverage!

In this 38-minute episode of The CGA Tour, former Oklahoma State offensive lineman/Cowboy Back/Tight-End Zac Veatch joins Dekota Gregory from FanSided to discuss the future of Oklahoma State football after Mike Gundy’s firing. Zac throws his hat in the ring to be OSU’s next head coach and shares why he wants former Oklahoma State and Dallas Cowboys tight end Blake Jarwin to join his staff. Dekota breaks down what this could mean for OSU, potential candidates, and how the program can rebuild and compete in the Big 12.DEKOTA's article: https://pokespost.com/5-mike-gundy-re...Timestamps:0:00 – Introduction & Welcome2:15 – Recap of Mike Gundy’s tenure at OSU8:40 – Zac Veatch throws his hat in the ring for OSU head coach14:20 – Zac’s plan: wanting Blake Jarwin on staff20:10 – Early reactions from fans and media24:30 – Other potential head coach candidates31:50 – What OSU needs in a new coach36:00 – Final thoughts & predictionsFollow & Connect:Zac Veatch: @zveatchDekota Gregory: @dekotagregoryBlake Jarwin: @Jaws_47The CGA Tour: @thecgatourTags:Oklahoma State football, OSU football, Mike Gundy fired, Zac Veatch, Dekota Gregory, Blake Jarwin, Big 12 football, OSU head coach, college football, OSU news, Oklahoma State Cowboys

Oklahoma State makes a shocking move — Mike Gundy is officially FIRED as head football coach. On this episode of The CGA Tour, Calvin Glen Alexander is joined by Bob Trollsby of the Cocaine Willie Podcast, a fellow Big 12 podcaster and member of The College Huddle Network.We break down what Gundy’s firing means for Oklahoma State, the future of the program, and the ripple effects across the Big 12 Conference. From potential head coach candidates to recruiting fallout and the Cowboys’ long-term direction, we cover it all.Don’t forget to like 👍, comment 💬, and subscribe 🔔 for more Oklahoma State and Big 12 football coverage!📌 Timecodes:0:00 – Intro: Gundy Fired & Initial Reactions2:10 – Why Oklahoma State Moved On From Mike Gundy6:25 – Oklahoma State Fans’ Response to the News9:40 – Recruiting & Transfer Portal Impact13:15 – Top Coaching Candidates to Replace Gundy17:55 – Big 12 Reactions: How Rivals View OSU’s Move21:30 – What This Means for Oklahoma State Football’s Future25:05 – Final Thoughts & Predictions for the Cowboys27:40 – Closing Remarks

On this episode of The CGA Tour, Calvin Glen Alexander is joined by Tyler “Tea Bag” Adams from WWLS The Sports Animal to break down Oklahoma State football. They dive into expectations for Friday’s game, the rest of the season outlook, Gundy’s hot seat, and possible next head coach candidates.We cover everything from Zane’s performance and play calling, to how much the Oregon game changed expectations and whether OSU should look for a long-term program builder or a short-term turnaround hire.📺 ⏱ Timecodes00:00 – Intro & Guest Tyler “Tea Bag” Adams from WWLS The Sports Animal03:15 – Expectations for Friday’s Game09:42 – Season Outlook & Realistic Win Totals15:28 – Is Zane the Problem or is it Play Calling?21:03 – Favorite Player to Watch So Far26:11 – If Gundy Gets to 5 or 6 Wins… Is He Back Next Year?32:45 – How the Oregon Game Changed Expectations37:12 – Who Should Be the Next Head Coach?41:09 – Program Builder vs. Team Hopper Debate45:33 – Closing Thoughts & Outro🔗 Follow The CGA TourTwitter/X:   / thecgatour  Instagram:   / thecgatour  TikTok:   / thecgatour  🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4tU3T6Q...🍏 Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...#OklahomaState #CGA Tour #MikeGundy #CollegeFootball

On this episode of The CGA Tour, Calvin Glen Alexander is joined by the hosts of the Golden Hurricast to preview Friday’s Tulsa Golden Hurricane vs Oklahoma State Cowboys football game in Stillwater.We break down the biggest Oklahoma State football storylines, from whether the Cowboys’ offense can rebound to whether the defense can handle Tulsa’s playmakers, and even ask the bold question: Could this be Oklahoma State’s last win of the 2025 season?This is your full preview of Tulsa vs Oklahoma State, packed with Big 12 football analysis, player matchups, and score predictions from both sides.⏱ Timecodes:0:00 – Intro & what’s at stake for Oklahoma State3:20 – Tulsa Golden Hurricane season overview so far8:45 – Oklahoma State football after last week’s struggles14:10 – Key offensive matchups: Tulsa vs OSU20:05 – Can Tulsa’s defense contain the Cowboys?25:50 – Players to watch for the Golden Hurricane31:30 – Oklahoma State’s injuries and adjustments37:15 – Bold predictions & score picks44:00 – Could this really be OSU’s last win of 2025?47:00 – Closing thoughts & Golden Hurricast info🔗 Follow The CGA Tour:Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/thecgatourInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecgatourTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thecgatourTulsa vs Oklahoma StateOklahoma State Football 2025Tulsa Golden Hurricane previewOSU Cowboys previewBig 12 football predictionsGolden HurricastThe College HuddleCollege football breakdownLast win of the season, OSUBold college football predictionsBig 12 showdownTulsa Golden Hurricane offenseOSU defense matchup