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Cowboys Lose Thriller on Halloween Shootout
1 Nov
Summary
- Oklahoma State lost a close game to Iowa State, 51-49.
- Caleb Hawkins had 275 total yards and three touchdowns.
- Three critical mistakes cost Oklahoma State the game.
The Oklahoma State Cowboys were defeated by the Iowa State Cyclones in a dramatic 51-49 contest on Halloween. The game was decided by a 34-yard field goal as time expired. Despite a valiant effort, the loss likely ended Oklahoma State's chances of reaching the Big 12 title game. Running back Caleb Hawkins was a standout for the Cowboys, accumulating 275 yards of total offense and three touchdowns, including a 59-yard receiving score and a 75-yard rushing touchdown.
The Cowboys' defense struggled throughout the game, allowing 581 total yards to Iowa State. The Cyclones' offense, led by quarterback Jaylen Raynor and running back Aiden Flora, proved difficult to contain. Flora rushed for 221 yards and two scores, while Raynor contributed 309 passing yards and 48 rushing yards, accounting for four total touchdowns. Despite some fourth-quarter defensive stands, the unit ultimately gave up the game-winning field goal.
Oklahoma State also made three significant mistakes that proved costly. An unrecovered onside kick led to an Iowa State touchdown, a muffed punt resulted in a field goal for the Cyclones, and a costly unsportsmanlike conduct penalty after a go-ahead score pushed back a crucial kick, giving Iowa State favorable field position for their final drive.
With this loss, Oklahoma State's realistic hopes for a Big 12 Championship are diminished. The team now sits at 3-2 in conference play, facing an uphill battle against strong teams like Utah, BYU, and Texas Tech.
