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Four Cowboys Earn Preseason All-America Honors
11 Aug
Summary
- Wyatt Young, Chris Barnes, LaDainian Fields, Caleb Hawkins honored.
- Awards highlight talent beyond the star quarterback.
- Honorees represent a mix of new and returning players.
Oklahoma State Cowboys football is receiving preseason attention with four players named to the Pro Football News preseason All-America team. This recognition highlights emerging talent within the program, independent of quarterback Drew Mestemaker's publicity.
The honored players include wide receiver Wyatt Young, wide receiver Chris Barnes, cornerback LaDainian Fields, and running back Caleb Hawkins. These selections underscore coach Eric Morris's recruiting efforts and the team's potential for a strong performance following a challenging 2025 season.
Wyatt Young secured first-team All-America status with an impressive 87.5 player impact rating, alongside notable statistics from the previous season. Chris Barnes was recognized as a second-team return specialist and a significant offensive threat.
Cornerback LaDainian Fields earned a second-team selection with an 88.6 rating, indicating his strong potential. Running back Caleb Hawkins was named to the third team, building on a record-setting true freshman season.
