Paul Zeise: The NCAA, College Athletic Departments Need to Fully Embrace Athletes as Employees

The NCAA, college athletic departments need to fully embrace athletes as employees

PITTSBURGH — Oklahoma State football coach Mike Gundy is often criticized for being a bit too brazen, a bit too outspoken, and at times maybe even a bit too conservative, but he is always very entertaining, and quite often, his…

Paul Zeise: The NCAA, college athletic departments need to fully embrace athletes as employees

Oklahoma State football coach Mike Gundy is often criticized for being a bit too brazen, a bit too outspoken, and at times maybe even a bit too conservative,...

To Compete With the SEC, Mike Gundy Turns to the SEC

Since spring practice began in Stillwater, Mike Gundy has quietly reshaped his staff to mirror the SEC’s recruiting muscle. When asked about the shift this week, Gundy admitted he’s noticed how SEC programs gain traction long before pads go on. He said he heard “rumors how SEC teams succeeded in recruiting,” and responded by adding six assistants with SEC ties to his staff.   The message is clear: Oklahoma State is adapting to a changing landsc…

Mike Gundy heard rumors how SEC teams succeeded in recruiting; now Oklahoma State's benefiting with six assistants with SEC ties

Oklahoma State head coach Mike Gundy hired six assistants with SEC ties because they know the tricks to get it done on the recruiting trail.