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Mestemaker's Turnover Tangle: OSU QB Must End Fumbles
8 Oct
Summary
- Oklahoma State QB Drew Mestemaker has had turnovers in every game.
- He has seven turnovers in four games this season.
- Coach Morris emphasizes eliminating turnovers for team success.
Oklahoma State quarterback Drew Mestemaker has demonstrated remarkable passing and rushing statistics through the initial four games of the season. Despite his nearly 67% completion rate, 1,271 passing yards, and 11 touchdowns, a persistent issue of turnovers has emerged.
Mestemaker has recorded at least one turnover in every game thus far, accumulating a total of seven. This includes interceptions and fumbles, often occurring at crucial moments when the team was driving to score or attempting to build momentum.
Head coach Eric Morris has publicly stated that eliminating these turnovers is a critical objective for the team. He highlighted instances where turnovers directly hindered the Cowboys' offensive progress, emphasizing that the quarterback must resolve this inconsistency.
Last season, Mestemaker had nine interceptions and no fumbles lost. If his current pace continues, he is projected to finish the 12-game season with 21 turnovers, a rate considered unsustainable for the team's offensive goals.
Mestemaker acknowledges the issue and is reportedly working to correct it. His next opportunity to improve his turnover margin will be in the upcoming game against UCF.
