Oklahoma State football defeats UCF 42-28

The Oklahoma State Cowboys football team secured a 42-28 victory over the UCF Knights. Although the game was tied 21-21 at halftime, Oklahoma State outscored UCF 21-7 in the second half to claim the win.

Quarterback Drew Mestemaker led the offense, while the defense contributed a crucial touchdown via a scoop-and-score by safety Evan Jackson. Head coach Eric Morris noted that while the team faced challenges with the run game and early tackling issues, they demonstrated the grit necessary to overcome UCF’s clock-management strategy. The win moves the Cowboys to a 4-1 record as they prepare for their upcoming matchup against Houston.